Looking to add a new companion to the family? There are dozens of delightful doggies up for adoption at animal shelters in and around Houston, so you won't have to look far to find the perfect fit.
Hoodline used data from Petfinder to power this roundup of dogs currently available for adoption near you. Read on to meet some friendly, furry locals.
Tammy, boxer and retriever mix
Tammy is a female boxer and retriever mix being kept at Houston Boxer Rescue.
Her vaccinations aren't up to date quite yet, but she's been spayed. She still needs some guidance on proper house training.
Contact Houston Boxer Rescue for information about Tammy's compatibility with kids and other pets.
Read more about how to adopt Tammy at Petfinder.
Lizzie, boxer
Lizzie is a female boxer dog being cared for at Houston Boxer Rescue.
Lizzie gets along well with other dogs. Her vaccinations aren't up to date quite yet, but she's been spayed. She still needs some guidance on proper house training.
No cats, please: Lizzie is looking for a cat-free home.
Read more about how to adopt Lizzie at Petfinder.
Piper, chihuahua and terrier mix
Piper is a female chihuahua and terrier mix currently housed at Westbury CARE.
Her vaccinations aren't up to date quite yet, and she hasn't been spayed yet.
From Piper's caretaker:
My name is Piper. I'm a shy little girl at first but it doesn't take me long to warm up to nice people. My old home was nice until my people started fighting each other. They fought so often I thought I had to protect my woman and her child which led to led to me getting in trouble. I don't understand why we can't be a happy family. One day my woman took us away and gave me back to my old friend. She told me it was for my own good but I miss having my family. Would someone open up their home for me?
Read more about how to adopt Piper at Petfinder.
Lilly, Labrador retriever and American Staffordshire terrier mix
Lilly is a female Labrador retriever and American Staffordshire terrier mix staying at Freedom Street Rescue.
Lilly is here to make friends — she'll get along great with your other dogs. She already has all of her shots, and she's been spayed. She's already house trained.
From Lilly's caretaker:
Lily is wonderful! Lily was found stray on an exceptionally cold night in Houston, Texas. Her finder could not let her continue to suffer outside. Lily is two years old and 50-55 lbs. She is shy when she first meets you, but warms-up and is very loyal and affectionate. Lily is quiet and loving. Lily loves toys! She has great house manners and loves car rides too. Lily would love to have a yard to play in and a person to call her own. She is smart, focused, and responded very well to training. Lily needs a leader. We have put Lily through training and we know so much about her and she is a fantastic dog. We look forward to talking to you about Lily and helping her find a home as amazing as she is.
Read more about how to adopt Lilly at Petfinder.
Pierce, schnauzer and husky mix
Pierce is a male schnauzer and husky mix being kept at Scouts Honor Rescue Inc..
Pierce likes to socialize — he loves other dogs. He already has all of his shots, and he's been neutered. He still needs some guidance on proper house training.
From Pierce's caretaker:
Pierce is a good looking boy straight from the streets of Houston. He is a wonderful, funny boy when he trusts you but trust is not something that comes easy for him. He has obviously been let down by humans his entire life. He is currently living with our trainer, who is helping him understand that humans can be good and trusted. Pierce is just about two years old, 60 lbs and maybe a schnauzer/ husky mix. He needs an experienced handler who can continue to help him build his confidence and trust in humans.
Read more about how to adopt Pierce at Petfinder.
Lacy, Great Pyrenees and golden retriever mix
Lacy is a female Great Pyrenees and golden retriever mix being cared for at Great Pyrenees Rescue Society.
Lacy is a social butterfly — she's happy to keep company with other dogs, cats and children. Her vaccinations aren't up to date quite yet, but she's been spayed.
From Lacy's caretaker:
Lovely Lact is super sweet and she just loves people! Lacy is very people oriented, and she will stay very close to get lots of affection. She is around one yr old and weighs 70 lbs, and she is a mix, maybe with a golden. She is very good with other dogs and also cats - and she plays nicely with everyone. She is ready to move into a foster home or be adopted.
Read more about how to adopt Lacy at Petfinder.
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