Large Dogs for Adoption in New Braunfels, TX: 17 Big Dogs Looking for a Home
Rescues and shelters within 50 miles of New Braunfels have 17 large dogs up for adoption. Here are all 17, each with photos, their story and how to reach the rescue looking after them.
Big dogs often wait longer for homes than small ones, though many are gentle, loyal and easy-going. Every dog on this page is listed by their rescue as large or extra large, with breeds like Poodle, Rottweiler and Labrador Retriever.
- All dogs 565
- Puppies 60
- Adult Dogs 424
- Senior Dogs 74
- Kid-Friendly Dogs 98
- Cat-Friendly Dogs 23
- Small Dogs 49
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1. Arthur
Arthur is wondering what happened to his person.
Once upon a time, Arthur was someone's emotional support dog. He knew what it meant to belong to someone, to be loved, and to have a person by his side. Now, at the rescue, he spends so much of his time crying. It's heartbreaking to watch a dog who once had a purpose and a person feel so lost.
Arthur is a gentle, calm soul who absolutely loves people and gets along well with other dogs. He isn't asking for much. Just a comfortable place to lay his head, a little companionship, and someone who won't leave him alone for most of the day.
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We think Arthur would be a wonderful companion for a senior or someone who is home more often than not. He doesn't need a busy household or endless adventures. He just needs YOU.
Can you imagine spending your golden years in a shelter, crying because the person you once loved is gone? Arthur deserves to know that he hasn't been forgotten. ❤️
Please, someone give Arthur his second chance at having a person.
Apply to foster or adopt Arthur at www.adoggie4you.org.
Please share. His person is out there.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
2. Duke
Looking for a fabulous family dog? Look no further, DUKE is your dude!!! Seriously this is a great family pet who loves kids and his people. We are in disbelief at his cool and calm temperament, soooo cool and calm. He has been tested around some dogs that are dog reactive and bark, bark, bark. DUKE never flinches or acknowledges they are even there, they get in his face and DUKE just turns around and goes in the other direction.
DUKE is 4 years old and 80 pounds, a few pounds underweight but he is making up for it. DUKE was found in a subdivision next to his own subdivision. He is microchipped and every attempt was made to reach his family by social media, phone, text and even visited his home but they would not respond.
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So we are like okay let us see why they no longer want DUKE. But DUKE is perfect really a perfect pet. In several weeks we have not found any faults except he just loves to hang with his humans and that is a great fault.
He is not aggressive in any area and do not resource guard things or humans and of course he gets along with everyone. He had a growth on his eye that has been removed and that is why his right eye looks a little hinky. He is healthy in all areas, walks great on a leash without pulling, just walks right beside you at your pace and he rides in a car without getting sick, jumps right in.
If you want to spend your days hanging out with a happy companion pet, DUKE is your guy. If you are interested in adopting DUKE, please submit an application on the website below or contact his foster mom. Thank you.
www.roxysk9rescue.org
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
3. Amanda
AMANDA is a beautiful AKC Registered Parti-Poodle, Standard. She is 5 years old and 50 pounds. This is a very well behaved dog who walks great on a leash and rides in the car without getting sick, she just looks out of the window. My 10 year old granddaughter was able to handle her on a daily basis with ease.
AMANDA lost her human mom and was rehomed along with her sister to people who just did not want to care for her so they surrendered her to our organization.
She makes a great companion and gets along with larger dogs but she should not be in a home with smaller breed dogs, other than that she plays very well with medium and large breed dogs.
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I do not have any cats in my home so I do not know how she would react to them.
These pictures do not show how beautiful and kind hearted she is. I will try to take more that show how amazing she is.
If you are interested in adopting AMANDA, please submit an application on the website below or feel free to call me. Thank you.
www.roxysk9rescue.org
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
4. Remi
Meet Remi
After 11 years with her family, Remi was returned back to us. At her age, she deserves a quiet, loving home where she can spend her senior years feeling safe, comfortable, and loved.
Remi is a very sweet girl who will grab everyone's attention. She enjoys relaxing on her bed and would do best in a laid-back home without a lot of chaos. She is looking for someone who will love and care for her through her final years.
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Remi is a senior dog, so her new family will need to understand and be prepared for the care that comes with her age. We have completed radiographs and bloodwork, including our standard senior panel that we do for all of our elderly dogs here, to ensure they are healthy to be adopted and any proper medications needed.
Remi is already spayed and microchipped and is current on her vaccines, ProHeart 12, and Bravecto. Her 4DX test did come back positive for heartworm and Ehrlichia. She is already receiving treatment for both. With the treatment, she should test negative within approximately 8–10 months. Further information on both can be found at https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/
Remi is also currently taking thyroid medication for low thyroid levels and will need continued medication and monitoring.
After spending 11 years with a family, Remi shouldn't have to wonder where she belongs. She deserves a loving home where she can relax on her bed, be spoiled, and enjoy the time she has left.
Adoption fee: $150 Apply to adopt Remi at www.adoggie4you.org
- Good with kids
- House-trained
- Special needs
5. Kilo
KILO is a 3 year old male pitbull mix. He is a gentle giant with the heart of a teddy bear. This strong guy is extremely loving and good with kids, just do not introduce him to cats, he is not a fan.
He is extremely good as a home protector and shows love to his humans all the time. As you can see by the pictures, he loves water and just a happy soul all the time.
If you are interested in adopting KILO, please submit an application on the website below. Feel free to call me anytime. Thank you.
www.roxysk9rescue.org
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- No cats
6. Noodles
This very mellow fellow is the greatest mild mannered companion you would want. He knows all of his commands and very smart to learn more. NOODLES is 2 years old and 55 pounds. He was abandoned in a city park by his owners and they must have loved him at one point and spent a lot of time with him because he is very into his humans, knows commands and well behaved. Unfortunately he was very matted and needed to be shaved down to make him feel better instead of properly groomed.
He walks very well on a leash and rides in the car without getting sick. He is not high energy but he really enjoys going on walks and he does not pull the leash.
Read more about Noodles
One of the pictures is what he looked like when found and before he was groomed.
NOODLES is a doodle and can be mistaken for a pure breed Standard Poodle. He is crate trained and house trained.
If you are interested in adopting NOODLES, please submit an application on the website below. Thank you.
www.roxysk9rescue.org
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
7. Sadie
Welcome Sadie to CCPAL foster program. Sadie is a 6 year old Shepherd/Lab mixed dog. She weighs 50 pounds. Sadie is very smart, loyal and affectionate. She and her sister live with an older couple. The man has a health situation which makes him unsure of his life expectancy. He is now looking for Sadie and her sister to have a new forever home. Sadie knows hand commands. She knows sit, stay and is good in a car. She is good with dogs, cats, kids and strangers. They are protective when they bond with their people and will alert you if there is a problem. They would be great for a senior or someone wanting a dog with training and that is smart.
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She is afraid of storms but is fine as long as she is inside with her people. She can hop over a 4 foot fence. She will need a 6 foot or she would be find in a dog park or on walks. She is currently in Texas and can be adopted locally or we can work with one of the wonderful transporters to get her to Washington, Portland, Minnesota, Vermont or all along the East Coast. Her adoption fee is 400 and transport is $200. . Rhode Island and Massachusetts are not states we adopt to because of the regulations imposed by these states. Contact Marlene at 210-867-1769 or email to ccpalinquiries@gmail.com if you have questions. Online applications at www.ccpalrescue.org See her cute video
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
8. Stella
This dog is in a foster home in San Antonio, TX. Prospective adopters must be able to travel to San Antonio to complete the adoption process. Please apply online at http://texasgreatdane.org/adoption-application/
Meet Stella! This gorgeous black and tan Great Dane is just 15 months old and already weighs 120+ pounds — and she's still growing! Don’t let her giant size fool you though, Stella is truly a big sweetheart who simply loves being around her people.
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Stella came to us from a single mom and her young daughter who loved her dearly but simply didn't have the time a young Great Dane needs. Now she's looking for a forever family ready to give her the love, attention, and companionship she deserves.
This playful girl gets along wonderfully with dogs of all sizes and especially loves wrestling with her larger dog friends. Because she enjoys a good play session, a home with another playful dog that likes to wrestle would be right up her alley. Cats are currently unknown.
Stella is already checking all the boxes too — she's kennel trained, house broken, knows how to use the dog door, and absolutely loves car rides. She can be a little vocal when she gets excited, but that's just part of her big personality shining through.
If you're looking for a loving, playful, oversized best friend who wants to be involved in everything you do, Stella may be the perfect addition to your family!
Please understand you are committing to providing a good home for her entire life (up to 15+ years or more.)
You must be committed to housebreaking, age-appropriate enrichment and exercise, leash training, grooming needs, and positive socialization.
Her adoption fee is $350. This includes her spay surgery, rabies vaccination, Nobivac® Canine 1-DAPP vaccination, Nobivac® Intra-Trac 3 vaccination, Drontal® Plus, IDEXX SNAP® 4Dx Plus Test, Tri-Heart® Plus chewable tablet, 24PetWatch® microchip, and leash and collar.
Please be aware that puppies and small breed dogs do get adopted quickly so interested parties are encouraged to apply online at www.saspca.org.
Please ensure your application is complete before submitting. We do verify property ownership, landlord references, apartment/HOA restrictions, veterinary references.
Our adoption events are held every other Saturday at Petco located in the Northwoods Shopping Center at 18138 San Pedro Ave, San Antonio TX 78232. Event hours are 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Additional questions may be directed to sagdinfo@gmail.com.
This dog is in a foster home in San Antonio, TX. Prospective adopters must be able to travel to San Antonio to complete the adoption process. Please apply online at http://texasgreatdane.org/adoption-application/
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
9. Chris
Meet Chris, a Boxer-Lab Mix who is 3 years old and weighs 68 pounds. Taken in by a good Samaritan, Chris is chipped, neutered and current on all his vaccines. Additionally he has been treated for heartworm and is doing great! He likes to run, play and go for long walks. He is leash trained and walks good on a leash. Extremely well behaved and kennel trained, too. Chris is gentle with all. He is good with small dogs and a great playmate with dogs of all sizes. Chris also likes cats. Such a loving dog who needs a furever home. He is fostered in a private home with other dogs and cats. Please call or email for more info.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
10. Marley
Meet Marley– A Girl Worth Saving
Marley was once in a beloved family, living a happy life with an owner who adored her. Sadly, her owner developed serious health issues and passed away, leaving no one able to care for her. Through no fault of her own, she and Earl ended up at a local animal control facility that was forced to euthanize for space.
The story broke hearts across the internet—and ours too.
When a foster home opened up, we knew we had to help.
She's a wonderful dog who love people, get along well with other dogs, and is exceptionally well-trained. She simply want a soft place to land and a family to love again.
Read more about Marley
Both Marley and Earl are spayed/neutered, fully vaccinated, microchipped, 4DX negative, and current on ProHeart 12 and Bravecto.
If you'd like to give this deserving duo the second chance they need, apply today at www.adoggie4you.org. Adoption fee if adopted as a pair is $400, If just adopting Marley it's $250
They are currently located in Texas but can be transported to Washington, Portland (Oregon), Minneapolis, Milwaukee, Chicago, Des Moines, Omaha, Cincinnati, Lexington, Kentucky, and locations along the East Coast for an additional $225 transport fee. We are unable to transport to Rhode Island or Massachusetts due to state regulations.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- No cats
- House-trained
11. Kota
Welcome Kota to CCPAL Rescue. Kota is a 1-year-old and weighs 65 pounds. He is smart, social and outgoing. He is the most active of the two in the litter. He is a bit more shy than his brother Tug. He would do great with an active and outdoorsy family wanting a companion that has the stamina and energy to go with you. He got lots of time being held as a puppy so he does love people. Our kennel staff love Kota and he is really doing good with his leash training. He will sit and makes good eye contact. His breed is Lab/German Shepherd. These were in foster care until they were vaccinated and ready to come to the rescue.
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They have had lots of attention from humans which is wonderful. It creates a wonderful puppy that loves humans and their attention. These puppies are smart, soft coats and most have the lab personality with the smartness of the Malinois. Kota is a smart boy and would be great dog for a man. He would love good direction and someone that is confident. This would allow Kota to let his owner be in charge. Both dogs would be great family pets. They can go with children and should be good with them. We like the children to be 8 or older. Young dogs are best with people that are home some and not gone 8 hours every day to work. Tug will need to finish up his training, and it would be best if he gets to spend time with his human so he can bond deeply with them. He does not mess up his kennel and goes in his outside kennel to go to the bathroom. Kota is playing in his play group of 6 puppies. The boys are all bigger than the girls. He also gets to play outside in his play group and does well in a group. He has good recall when he is off leash and likes treats. These puppies have webbed feet and should be good swimmers. He is in Texas and can be adopted locally or we can work with one of the wonderful transporters to get him to Washington, Portland, Minnesota, Vermont or all along the east Coast. His adoption fee is $400 and transport is $200. Rhode Island and Massachusetts are not states we adopt to because of the regulations imposed by these states Contact Marlene at 210-867-1769 or email to ccpalinquiries@gmail.com if you have questions. Online applications at www.ccpalrescue.org See his cute video
https://youtu.be/OdrO5yHVBkY
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
12. Tug
Welcome Tug to CCPAL Rescue. Tug is an 1 year old and weighs 65 pounds. He is smart, social and outgoing. He is the least active of the two in the litter. He got lots of time being held as a puppy so he does love people. Our kennel staff love Tug and he is really doing good with his leash training. He will sit and makes good eye contact. His breed is Lab/German Shepherd. These were in foster care until they were vaccinated and ready to come to the rescue. They have had lots of attention from humans which is wonderful. It creates a wonderful puppy that loves humans and their attention. These puppies are smart, soft coats and most have the lab personality with the smartness of the Malinois.
Read more about Tug
Tug is a smart boy and listens and learns quickly. They would be great family pets. They can go with children and should be good with them. We like the children to be 8 or older. Young dogs are best with people that are home some and not gone 8 hours every day to work. Tug will need to finish up his training, and it would be best if he gets to spend time with his human so he can bond deeply with them. He does not mess up his kennel and goes in his outside kennel to go to the bathroom. Tug is playing in his play group of 6 puppies. The boys are all bigger than the girls. He also gets to play outside in his play group and does well in a group. He has good recall when he is off leash and likes treats. These puppies have webbed feet and should be good swimmers. He is in Texas and can be adopted locally or we can work with one of the wonderful transporters to get him to Washington, Portland, Minnesota, Vermont or all along the east Coast. His adoption fee is $400 and transport is $200. Rhode Island and Massachusetts are not states we adopt to because of the regulations imposed by these states Contact Marlene at 210-867-1769 or email to ccpalinquiries@gmail.com if you have questions. Online applications at www.ccpalrescue.org See his cute video
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
13. Georgia
Meet Georgia!
Georgia is a beautiful puppy who can't wait to find her forever home! She and her siblings were owner surrendered after an accidental litter, and now she's ready to start her next adventure with a loving family.
Georgia is a happy, friendly puppy with a gentle, affectionate personality. She loves playtime, enjoys exploring her surroundings, and is always excited to spend time with people. After a day of fun, she's just as happy to settle down for cuddles. Like all puppies, Georgia will benefit from continued training and guidance as she grows into the best companion she can be.
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Georgia is a very submissive girl. She's obedient and very smart. She's already got leash training down.
We are unsure how big she will be when fully grown, but we estimate she'll weigh between 50–60 pounds.
Georgia is spayed, vaccinated, microchipped, and current on flea, tick, and heartworm prevention.
Adoption Fee: $300
To apply, visit www.adoggie4you.org.
Georgia is currently located in Texas but can be transported to Washington, Portland (Oregon), Minneapolis, Milwaukee, Chicago, Des Moines, Omaha, Cincinnati, Lexington, Kentucky, and locations along the East Coast for an additional $250 transport fee. We are unable to transport to Rhode Island or Massachusetts due to state regulations.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
14. Ginny
Meet Ginny!
Ginny is an adorable puppy looking for her forever family! She and her siblings were owner surrendered after an accidental litter, and now she's ready for a fresh start.
Ginny is a sweet, playful girl who loves exploring the world around her. She's curious, affectionate, and always happy to make new friends. Whether she's playing with toys, romping around with her siblings, or curling up for a nap after a busy day, Ginny is sure to bring plenty of smiles to her future family. Like all puppies, she will need continued training, patience, and socialization as she grows into a wonderful companion.
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Ginny is a very submissive girl. She's obedient and very smart. She's already got leash training down.
We are unsure how big she will be when fully grown, but we estimate she'll weigh between 50–60 pounds.
Ginny is spayed, vaccinated, microchipped, and current on flea, tick, and heartworm prevention.
Adoption Fee: $300
To apply, visit www.adoggie4you.org.
Ginny is currently located in Texas but can be transported to Washington, Portland (Oregon), Minneapolis, Milwaukee, Chicago, Des Moines, Omaha, Cincinnati, Lexington, Kentucky, and locations along the East Coast for an additional $250 transport fee. We are unable to transport to Rhode Island or Massachusetts due to state regulations.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
15. Gavin
Meet Gavin!
This fun-loving boy and his siblings came into rescue after an accidental litter, and now he’s ready to find a family of his very own!
Gavin is a happy, playful pup with a goofy personality and a love for adventure. He’s smart, obedient, and a quick learner who is eager to please. He already walks wonderfully on a leash and has been a star at adoption events, showing off his great manners and friendly personality!
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Gavin is still a big puppy, so he’ll need continued training, patience, and guidance as he grows. He’s ready to learn, play, and fill his future family’s life with lots of love and laughter. He has never been in a home, and needs actual patience to allow him to learn.
We are unsure how big he will get when full grown. We are guessing between 50-60lbs.
Gavin is neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, and current on flea/tick and heartworm prevention.
Adoption Fee: $300
To apply, visit www.adoggie4you.org.
Gavin is currently located in Texas but can be transported to Washington, Portland (Oregon), Minneapolis, Milwaukee, Chicago, Des Moines, Omaha, Cincinnati, Lexington, Kentucky, and locations along the East Coast for an additional $250 transport fee. We are unable to transport to Rhode Island or Massachusetts due to state regulations.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
16. Hunter
Say hello to HUNTER, a 90 pounds big ole playful and happy guy, really he is so happy and loves to play with the other dogs. HUNTER can be submissive believe it or not with his big self. But sometimes when the other dogs play too rough, HUNTER retreats away from the rough housing.
HUNTER is 5 years old and previously owned but somehow ended up on the streets of San Antonio, TX and picked up as a stray landing him in our city's very high-kill shelter. His owners did not come for him, sad. But we hope to make HUNTER have a happy ending by finding him a loving home he can relax in. He is very mellow and so obedient.
He is healthy and had a few teeth that needed to be removed that made his jaw swollen and look crooked.
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Actually he still has a front tooth that sticks out and just makes him unique looking. HUNTER would make a great family pet and he is a true Rottweiler who thinks he is a lap dog.
If you are interested in adopting HUNTER, please submit an application on the website below. Thank you.
www.roxysk9rescue.org
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- No cats
- House-trained
17. Buttercup
BUTTERCUP has been waiting for a home way too long to be such a smooth and friendly and playful girl. She gets along with all of the dogs and plays nicely, she is obedient and easy to train. Right now she does not know any commands except "sit & off". The only exposure she has had with cats is the outdoor cats that pass by, she is curious about them but has no aggression towards them.
BUTTERCUP is 2 years old and weighs 75 pounds and originally was picked up from the streets of San Antonio, TX and ended up in our very high-kill shelter. We rescued her from a sure death because as you know her breed is considered a bully breed. A bully she is NOT, just a playful 2 year old who wants to have fun and enjoys walking. She does not get car sick.
If you are interested in adopting BUTTERCUP, please submit an application on the website below. Thank you.
www.roxysk9rescue.org
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
Adopting a large dog in New Braunfels
Large dogs need room to stretch out and plenty of exercise: at least one good walk a day, and a secure yard is a bonus. Check your lease too, as some landlords limit the size or breed of dog.
Start training from day one. A big dog who walks nicely on a leash and doesn't jump up is a pleasure to live with, and many rescues can recommend a local trainer.
Rescues with large dogs near New Braunfels
- A Doggie 4 YouPipe Creek, Tx · 6 large dogs above
- Roxy's K-9 RescueSan Antonio, Tx · 6 large dogs above
- Cowboy Capital Pet Assistance LeagueBandera, Tx · 3 large dogs above
- San Antonio Great Dane RescuePipe Creek, TX · 1 large dog above
- Tejas Rescued Pet AdoptionsSan Antonio, TX · 1 large dog above
Questions about adopting large dogs in New Braunfels
How many large dogs are up for adoption in New Braunfels?
As of November 4, 2026, rescues and shelters within 50 miles of New Braunfels, Texas, have 17 large dogs up for adoption. The list is updated every day.
Where can I adopt a large dog in New Braunfels?
The rescues with the most large dogs near New Braunfels right now are A Doggie 4 You (Pipe Creek, Tx), Roxy's K-9 Rescue (San Antonio, Tx) and Cowboy Capital Pet Assistance League (Bandera, Tx). Each dog above has the rescue's phone number and website.
Can I adopt a large dog if I live in an apartment?
Often, yes. Many big dogs are calm indoors as long as they get enough walks and exercise. Check your lease for size or breed limits, and ask the rescue how active the dog is.
Listings are updated daily. Rescues are responsible for their own listings; a dog may have been adopted since this page was updated.