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Dogs for Adoption in Yantis, TX: 20 Dogs Looking for a Home

Zorro, up for adoption near Yantis, TX

36 dogs and puppies are waiting for homes at 2 rescues and shelters within 50 miles of Yantis. Here are the 20 nearest, each with photos, their story and how to reach the rescue looking after them.

Of the dogs up for adoption within 50 miles of Yantis, 4 puppies, 7 young dogs, 20 adults and 5 seniors. The breeds you'll see most are German Shepherd, Labrador Retriever and Yellow Labrador Retriever, along with plenty of one-of-a-kind mixes.

1. Zorro

Puppy (6 months) · Male · German Shepherd Dog / Mixed (short coat) · 44 mi from Yantis

Hi. My name is Zorro and I am a handsome German Shepherd mix. I was found abandoned in a culvert in the country with my brother, Batman. We were being fed by the Good Samaritans who found us. We got along with all of their children and animals but we were too much for them to care for in addition to their dogs, cats, and horses. Straydog came to our rescue and we are now getting our puppy vaccinations. I am very playful and like to swim and play fetch. I never meet a stranger and would love to find my forever home. Come meet me at Straydog.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
Adopt Zorro fromStraydog IncGun Barrel City, TX · listed Jul 29

2. Choco

Puppy (5 months 10 days) · Male · Labrador Retriever / Mixed (short coat) · 44 mi from Yantis

Choco was rescued along with his brother, Churro, when they were found with a horrible case of sarcoptic mange. They were quarantined and treated for their mange and are now healthy and happy. Choco is a gorgeous, chocolate colored lab mix and loves to play with his toys, his brother, and the caregivers. He will make a great family dog and is receiving all of his puppy vaccinations. You can meet him at our shelter and take him home to be a member of your family.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
Adopt Choco fromStraydog IncGun Barrel City, TX · listed Jul 15

3. Churro

Puppy (5 months 10 days) · Male · Labrador Retriever / Mixed (short coat) · 44 mi from Yantis

Churro was rescued along with his brother, Choco, when they were found with a horrible case of sarcoptic mange. They were quarantined and treated for their mange and are now healthy, beautiful dogs. Churro is a gorgeous cinnamon colored puppy and loves to play with his brother, his toys, and the caregivers. He is very loving and affectionate and is receiving his puppy vaccinations. He would love to meet you at our shelter.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
Adopt Churro fromStraydog IncGun Barrel City, TX · listed Jul 15

4. Messi

Puppy (5 months 24 days) · Male · Black Labrador Retriever (short coat) · 44 mi from Yantis

Messi was abandoned at the vet when he was diagnosed with Addison's Disease. Straydog rescued him and believe that he deserves a chance for a good life just like his name sake, the famous Argentine soccer player, Lionel Messi. His disease is easily controlled with a daily steroid pill. He can live a long and happy life.

He is a typical loving little puppy. He loves to play with his toys, is affectionate, loving, and like to sit in your lap. He is leash trained and is in the process of getting all of his puppy vaccinations and will be neutered and microchipped soon.

Messi is waiting for you to come and meet him. He will melt your heart.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
Adopt Messi fromStraydog IncGun Barrel City, TX · listed Jul 15

5. Jasmine

Young (2 years 6 months) · Female · Yellow Labrador Retriever / Mixed (short coat) · 44 mi from Yantis

Jasmine was rescued by Straydog after a kind community member found her abandoned and starving in the country. She is very gentle and affectionate. She is already house trained and walks well on a leash. She is a young girl about 2 years of age and is the perfect size at 35 pounds. She is going through heartworm treatment right now, but soon will be ready to find her fur-ever home. She loves children and adults and will make a wonderful companion for a family. You must meet this sweet girl. She will steal you heart.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Jasmine fromStraydog IncGun Barrel City, TX · listed Jun 11

6. May

Young (1 year 5 months) · Female · Border Collie (medium coat) · 44 mi from Yantis

Hi, my name is May. I was rescued with my puppies by a nice sameritian who found homes for all of them but sadly couldn't keep me so Straydog came to my rescue. I had a bad leg and needed to get it amputated, so now I am a 3-legged happy ball of joy. That doesn't stop me from running around and giving all the love I have. I am going through heartworm treatment right now, but will soon be clear to go to my fur-ever home. If you would like to meet me, contact Straydog.org.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt May fromStraydog IncGun Barrel City, TX · listed Jun 11

7. Dee

Young (2 years 4 months) · Female · Pointer / Mixed (short coat) · 44 mi from Yantis

Dee was rescued by a fellow dog lover and supporter. While she lived in his home he said she is loving, trusting, and intelligent. She is house-broken and walks well on a leash. She loves people and playing with toys. Occasionally, she will take a little dip in the pool to cool down. She is a beautiful Pointer mix and will make a great family dog. Come and meet Dee at our shelter.

  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Dee fromStraydog IncGun Barrel City, TX · listed May 21

8. Moose

Adult · Male · Great Dane · 48 mi from Yantis

Moose was seized in a cruelty case; we do not know the story, but he has been the best boy since getting with us. He had about given up, but once he knew he was safe and cared for, he really excelled; he even gets the zoomies; he is so happy. Moose gets along with the other dogs in his foster home, all sizes and ages, but is especially fond of the smaller dogs. He does not live with cats but was fine with the ones he has been exposed to.Moose loves attention and meeting new friends. He likes to go for rides and is great on a leash, sowith a little help getting in a vehicle, he would be a great travel companion.

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Moose was a senior when we got him and had not been neutered, so while he is house- and crate-trained, he needs to go out when he asks, or he can not wait long. He is very good about letting his foster mom know when he has to go out.Moose is a typical, laid-back Great Dane, gentle giant, and total love bug. He would be a greataddition to any kind of home, and if you would love to give a senior boy a great forever homeMoose could be the boy for you.He is fully vetted - neutered, current with vaccines, microchipped, and has been treated forheartworms. He is on flea/tick and heartworm prevention.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Moose fromHillcrest Animal RescueFarmersville, TX · listed Oct 1

9. Sydney

Young · Female · English Bulldog / Jack Russell Terrier / Mixed · 48 mi from Yantis

Sydney is a total love bug, happy, outgoing, and just wants to be with her human(s) as much as possible. She is still a young girl with lots of puppy attitude, so she is fairly high-energy and determined to learn as much as she can about how to be a very good girl. She lives with lots of other dogs and gets along with most everyone, any age or size. She has been very good around cats although she does not live with them.Sydney is house- and crate-trained, although she must go out on a regular basis; she will use a potty pad if she has to be alone for a long period. Even though she is a counter surfer, she does not destroy her finds; she likes to lie on whatever she can pull down.

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She is good on a leash and loves to go for rides; she loves meeting new friends, so she would be a great go-everywhere girl.We really could not decide what breeds made up this beautiful girl; the shelter we pulled her from said she was an English Bulldog mix, and that much is probably true. As to the rest, we would love to know. She had to have her tail amputated; most of it was ingrown, and the rest was blocking her ability to potty. She was heartworm positive and has been treated for that also. She is now fully vetted - spayed, current with vaccines, microchipped, and on flea/tick and heartworm prevention.

Adopt Sydney fromHillcrest Animal RescueFarmersville, TX · listed Oct 1

10. Pepper

Adult · Female · American Staffordshire Terrier / Mixed · 48 mi from Yantis

I'm Pepper. My rescuers say I am the sweetest dog. They say I must have been on my own for a while, starved for attention, but now I am a big love sponge.I love learning new things and staying close to my peoples and my rescue family. For the first day or so, I would not let them out of my sight, but now I hang out with the other kids when they are busy, and I am ready if something needs my attention. I am a pretty good judge of that, if I do say so myself.Still learning to be a family dog, but I am liking what I'm experiencing so far. I think my favorite new thing is snuggling close to my person. Next would be wrestling with my brother Wolfie.Want a dog that can melt your heart with her soulful eyes? Then I am your girl.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Pepper fromHillcrest Animal RescueFarmersville, TX · listed Sep 27

11. Nala

Adult · Female · Mastiff · 48 mi from Yantis

Nala is a beautiful brown and gold brindle Mastiff who was born July 9, 2024. This big girl weighs about 85 pounds and has a short, smooth coat. She is spayed, fully vetted, microchipped, current on vaccinations, and current on heartworm and flea and tick prevention.Nala came to Hillcrest Animal Rescue after being dumped by a breeder. She arrived emaciated, heartworm positive, and despondent. This sweet girl seemed to have almost given up. With good food, medical care, and plenty of love, Nala has made an incredible transformation. She is now at a healthy weight, has completed her heartworm treatment, and has become a happy, outgoing girl who is ready for her forever home.Nala lives with many other dogs and does well with them.

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She has made several canine friends, although she does not appreciate another dog trying to steal her food. She is not good with cats.As much as Nala enjoys her dog friends, she is really a people person. She loves attention and gets along wonderfully with adults, children, and seniors. She is affectionate, engaged, and ready to devote herself to her new family. Like a typical Mastiff, Nala also believes that 85 pounds is the perfect size for a cuddle bug.Nala is house trained and crate trained, walks well on a leash, and has great house manners. She is comfortable being left home alone and is also a good traveler, making her a wonderful companion for someone who wants a dog to join them on adventures.Nala has come a long way from the frightened and neglected girl who first arrived at Hillcrest. Now she just needs the final piece of her story, a family of her own.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • No cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Nala fromHillcrest Animal RescueFarmersville, TX · listed Sep 8

12. Leroy

Young · Male · Anatolian Shepherd · 48 mi from Yantis

Leroy is a big, handsome Anatolian Shepherd and Great Pyrenees mix who was born November 24, 2025. He weighs about 85 pounds and has a beautiful long coat of brown, tan, black, and white.Leroy was just a puppy when his rescue angel found him sitting in the middle of the road waiting for someone to save him. He was the only puppy in his foster home, but that didn't stop him from quickly befriending all the adult dogs. Leroy still thinks he runs the place. He loves to play with dogs of every size and is surprisingly gentle with the little ones, even though he is now a big boy who can easily keep up with the larger dogs.Leroy is happiest at home with his people and his dog friends.

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He loves attention, treats, and being a huge cuddle bug indoors. Outside, his livestock guardian heritage comes through. He enjoys roughhousing with his toys, exploring the yard, and spending time outdoors. One of his absolute favorite activities is playing in his dog pool.Leroy needs a securely fenced yard where he can safely enjoy his outdoor time. He sometimes prefers sleeping outside and will let his foster mom know when he thinks it is too hot or too cold to come inside. He enjoys having the freedom to choose between relaxing indoors with his family and spending time outside.Leroy is crate trained and lets his foster family know when he needs to go outside. He appears to be house trained and has done very well in his foster home.Leroy is not a fan of leashes or car rides, so he is looking for a family that wants a stay-at-home companion rather than a frequent travel partner. He is good with dogs and does well with children and seniors, but he is not good with cats.Most of all, Leroy is a big, silly, joyful young dog who makes people smile just by enjoying life. He would love a home with room to play, a secure yard, plenty of attention, and perhaps a canine friend or two to share his adventures.Leroy is fully vetted, neutered, microchipped, current on vaccinations, and current on heartworm and flea and tick prevention.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • No cats
Adopt Leroy fromHillcrest Animal RescueFarmersville, TX · listed Sep 8

13. Prince

Adult · Male · Collie / Shepherd / Mixed · 48 mi from Yantis

This handsome boy needs a very special person in his life, as he struggles to trust many humans. Prince might like someone immediately, but it is rare. He did not like his foster mom at all initially, but now he is loving and adoring of her. He is an outgoing and fun dog once he chooses to trust someone; otherwise, he makes it clear that he prefers to be left alone. Prince lives with many other dogs and is exceptionally playful with the smaller dogs in his home. He has not been cat tested, but ignores the cats in their catio in his foster home. He has learned to accept and walk on a leash and even enjoys going for walks now.

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He is house-trained and has good house manners, which is excellent because he hates being in a crate.He needs a home with minimal people coming and going, and/or a place where he can be away from those who do not live with him, and where there are no young children. His perfect home would be with his human, and how many other dogs his human would like to have live with them.Prince is fully vetted, current with vaccinations, microchipped, neutered, and on flea and tick, as well as heartworm, prevention.

  • No young kids
  • Good with dogs
  • No cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Prince fromHillcrest Animal RescueFarmersville, TX · listed Aug 15

14. Princess

Senior · Female · Shepherd / Mixed · 48 mi from Yantis

Hi, I’m Princess... I was seized from Collin County as an animal cruelty case with demodex mange that was so bad I had no fur. I’d been thrown out in the back yard and just left until I was skin and bones. My fur has grown back in thanks to my angels and All Heart Veterinary Clinic and Hillcrest. I’m a shepherd mix, weigh about 30 pounds and my approximate date of birth is 2/17/15. I’m timid when I meet new people. I have great house manners and play well with others although the best fit for me would probably be in a home as an only dog. I do bark for attention and am a little neurotic so I’m going to need a special person to love me and work with me.

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My world has been scary but I know now there are good people out there. I’m still very young, have a long life ahead of me and I especially have a lot of love to give! Will you be my next angel? Princess is up to date on all vaccines, microchipped, spayed and on heart worm and flea/tick preventatives. The first step in our adoption process for this sweet, timid little girl is to submit your application which is available online at hillcrestanimalrescue.org. Once you are there, click on ADOPT and scroll down to our Application.

Adopt Princess fromHillcrest Animal RescueFarmersville, TX · listed Aug 15

15. Racine

Adult · Female · German Shepherd Dog / American Staffordshire Terrier / Mixed · 48 mi from Yantis

Racine had her DNA tested, and the results revealed that she is 60 percent American Staffordshire Terrier, 22 percent German Shepherd, 15 percent American Pit Bull Terrier, and 3 percent Bulldog. This would explain her high energy level and intensity. She is very intelligent and would love the job of protecting your family and doing whatever you ask of her.She came into rescue when her previous family decided to euthanize her when she was nine months old instead of training. After getting her as a puppy, they did nothing to help her learn to be a good family member. Luckily, the vet they took her to realized she was not the problem and had a lot of potential.

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We sent her to training, and now she is ready to be part of a family where she can fully devote herself.Racine is good on a leash, loves going for rides, and has the energy to keep up with any activity her humans might enjoy. She gets along with other dogs and would do great having fur friends to play with. She is too much for cats and probably small dogs, although she does live with small dogs in her foster home, she is not unattended around them. She would do best in a home without small children for the same reason, just too high of an energy level, and theywould ramp each other up.She is house and crate trained, although she has a stay-at-home family, so she goes outside several times a day, and someone is always available to let her out. Racine is fully vetted, current on vaccines, spayed, microchipped, and on flea and tick, as well as heartworm, prevention.

  • Good with dogs
  • No cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Racine fromHillcrest Animal RescueFarmersville, TX · listed Aug 15

16. Rosie

Adult · Female · Shepherd / Belgian Shepherd Malinois / Mixed · 48 mi from Yantis

Meet Rosie!Rosie is a beautiful black mixed-breed girl with a distinctive white blaze on her chest and a heart full of love waiting to be shared. She and her brother Sam were rescued from a convenience store in Frisco about three years ago. Sam has since found his forever home, and now it is time for Rosie to find hers.At first, Rosie can be a little shy when meeting new people, but once she warms up, her sweet and loyal nature shines through. She has blossomed in our care, transforming from a quiet observer into a loving companion who now seeks out head rubs and enjoys being close to her person.

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Rosie will even nudge her way through the other dogs to get the affection she has come to love!Rosie is alert and makes an excellent little 'doorbell' - she will let you know if someone knocks or if there is a strange noise outside. She is also athletic and, once bonded, would likely love to go anywhere her person goes. At about 40 pounds, she is a great medium size for adventures or snuggles on the couch.We believe Rosie may have mostly Belgian Shepherd Malinois in her, but whatever her mix, she is 100% devoted companion material.If you are looking for a loyal, loving friend who will bloom with patience and affection, Rosie could be the perfect match.

  • No young kids
  • Good with dogs
  • No cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Rosie fromHillcrest Animal RescueFarmersville, TX · listed Aug 15

17. Ruby Monday

Senior · Female · American Bulldog / Mixed · 48 mi from Yantis

Ruby Monday is a total love bug who was unfortunately dumped at a high-kill shelter when her previous family moved without her. She lives with many other dogs in her foster home and gets along well with everyone, except when someone gets into an altercation. She thinks she is supposed to end all spats, so we never leave her with the other dogs unattended. For this reason, she would do better in a home as an only furkid or with an experienced owner.Ruby loves humans of all sizes and ages. She is a cuddlebug who loves to go for car rides and walks. It is hard to believe she's a senior with her energy and happy, outgoing nature.

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It would be wonderful for any senior who wants a dog to spend retirement with them, and still give anyone who might want to cause trouble a reason to think twice because of her size and bark.She is fully vetted, current with her vaccines, spayed, microchipped, and on flea and tick, as well as heartworm, prevention. Ruby is available for permanent foster care if you live within a reasonable distance of our veterinary clinic. If you are hoping for a companion but are on a limited budget and feel you can not afford to take care of a dog, we would love to help you give Ruby a wonderful forever home.

Adopt Ruby Monday fromHillcrest Animal RescueFarmersville, TX · listed Aug 15

18. Trip

Adult · Male · Great Pyrenees / Shepherd / Mixed · 48 mi from Yantis

Trip had to have his leg amputated as it healed improperly after it was broken while he was a growing puppy. However, he is one of the happiest, silliest boys you could hope to meet. He lives with many other dogs and is a favorite playmate for most of them. He loves all his canine buddies and is also fine around cats. Trip loves all humans he meets and would be a great addition to any home looking for a playful, outgoing dog. He is crate-trained primarily and will ask to go outside; however, he has not been able to stay up for longer than overnight without a potty break. He does not get many chances to go for car rides, but enjoys it when he can. Trip is fully vetted - current with all vaccines, on heartworm and flea/tick prevention, neutered and microchipped.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
Adopt Trip fromHillcrest Animal RescueFarmersville, TX · listed Aug 15

19. Tulip

Adult · Female · Pit Bull Terrier · 48 mi from Yantis

Tulip is the epitome of devotion and love; she is just waiting to give her all to someone and have her forever home. This love bug has been through a lot and still has nothing but tail wags and happiness for every human. She is fine around other dogs, but she will not take any disrespect from them. She is not good around cats unattended, but can be managed with them.She is house and crate trained, likes to spend her time lying back on her bed, waiting for her foster mom to have time to spend with her. She loves to cuddle and will join in on any activity to be with her human. She is good at walking on a leash, loves car rides, and would be a great go-everywhere girl.Tulip is fully vetted - current with all vaccines, spayed, microchipped, and on flea/tick andheartworm prevention.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • No cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Tulip fromHillcrest Animal RescueFarmersville, TX · listed Aug 15

20. Wolfie

Adult · Male · Mastiff · 48 mi from Yantis

Wolfie was initially saved from the euthanasia list at a high-kill shelter because the staff thought he was so awesome, and was pulled by our rescue when he was placed on it again. He is a loving, outgoing boy just waiting to totally devote himself to his humans. He gets along great with other dogs as long as they are not mean to him. He plays well with all the puppers in his foster home, no matter how old, young, big, or small. He loves humans of all sizes and ages and enjoys all the attention he can get. He is calm going for rides and great on a leash, so he would be a terrific go-everywhere boy.

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He is crate- and house-trained. He is crated in his foster home only because there are quite a few dogs, but he would be fine without a crate.Wolfie is fully vetted - neutered, current with all vaccines, microchipped, on flea/tick prevention, and has had heartworm treatment since he was positive.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Wolfie fromHillcrest Animal RescueFarmersville, TX · listed Aug 15

Rescues and shelters near Yantis

The rescues with the most dogs listed within 50 miles of Yantis.

  • Hillcrest Animal RescueFarmersville, TX · 28 dogs · 48 mi from Yantis
    How to adopt from Hillcrest Animal Rescue

    Potential adopters have to complete a detailed application that is available on the website. If no red flags, then a home visit is managed to confirm a fenced yard, existing pets, and kids to see if everyone gets along. Then an adoption contract is executed and the adoption fee is held for two weeks. The fee depends on the animal; seniors get a break.

  • Straydog IncGun Barrel City, TX · 8 dogs · 44 mi from Yantis
    How to adopt from Straydog Inc

    1. Application 2. Home Visit 3. Contract 4. $175 fee includes shots, spay/neuter, and heart worm prevention

Adopting a dog in Yantis

Most rescues ask you to fill in an application, meet the dog, and pay an adoption fee that usually covers spaying or neutering, vaccinations and a microchip. Many are foster-based, so you'll often meet your dog in a volunteer's home rather than a shelter.

Senior dogs are often the calmest companions and the slowest to find homes. If you'd like a settled, affectionate dog, ask the rescues about their older residents.

Puppies go quickly, so if you've fallen for one, contact the rescue soon. Ask how big they're expected to grow, and plan for plenty of house-training and training in the first few months.

Questions about adopting a dog in Yantis

How many dogs are up for adoption in Yantis?

As of November 4, 2026, 36 dogs and puppies are listed for adoption within 50 miles of Yantis, Texas, by 2 rescues and shelters. The list is updated every day.

Where can I adopt a dog in Yantis?

The rescues with the most dogs near Yantis right now are Hillcrest Animal Rescue (Farmersville, TX) and Straydog Inc (Gun Barrel City, TX). Each dog above has the rescue's phone number and website.

Are there puppies for adoption in Yantis?

Yes. 4 puppys are up for adoption within 50 miles of Yantis.

How do I adopt a dog in Yantis?

Pick a dog and contact the rescue or shelter looking after them. Most ask you to fill in an application, meet the dog, and pay an adoption fee that usually covers spaying or neutering, vaccinations and a microchip.

Listings are updated daily. Rescues are responsible for their own listings; a dog may have been adopted since this page was updated.