Senior confirmed
ATHENA
ATHENA is a medium-sized senior female Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler in Albuquerque, NM at Albuquerque Animal Services - Eastside. Senior dogs mak…
Albuquerque Animal Services - Eastside • Albuquerque, NM
Senior Australian Cattle Dog dogs
Senior Australian Cattle Dog dogs for adoption
Meet 104 adoptable senior Australian Cattle Dog dogs (age 7+) from shelters and rescues across the country. Older dogs are often calm, house-trained, and ready to love from day one. Showing 61–90 of 104 below.
Senior Australian Cattle Dogs are often overlooked in favor of puppies, yet they're frequently house-trained, settled in temperament, and ready to bond immediately. Because they're fully grown, you already know roughly how big they are and what they're like — making an older Australian Cattle Dog one of the most predictable and rewarding dogs you can welcome home.
Last updated July 12, 2026 at 9:30 AM EDT. Listings refresh automatically, usually every 12 hours.
Available senior Australian Cattle Dog dogs
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Sonny
Hello! My name is Sonny, and I may be a little shy when we first meet, so please give me a little time to warm up. I’m a sweet boy that likes pets, ex…
Animal Protection Society of Durham • Durham, NC
10+ years
Stormy- In a foster home
Although “senior” by definition, Storm has so much life to share. Her sweet, gentle, quiet demeanor is lovely. She enjoys her people, other dogs and c…
Pet Refuge • South Bend, IN
10+ years
ROO
ROO is a senior female Australian Cattle Dog (Blue Heeler), medium size, at Garland Animal Services in Garland, TX. Senior dogs make wonderful compani…
Garland Animal Services • Garland, TX
Senior confirmed
RUSTY
RUSTY is a senior male Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler, medium size, currently at Summit County Animal Control in Akron, OH. Senior dogs make wonder…
Summit County Animal Control • Akron, OH
Senior confirmed
Tofu
Meet Tofu! A thoughtful seven-year-old Australian Cattle Dog currently in Richmond, VA, whose essence is a loyal heart wrapped in a handsome blue mott…
Joyful Pets Animal Rescue • Amherst, MA
Senior confirmed
BLUE SASSY
❤️ Blue Sassy: The Dog Who Still Has So Much Love Left to Give ❤️ Sometimes a rescue story finds you, and before you know it, you’ve become part of a …
Critter Cavalry Rescue • Franklin, TN
Senior confirmed
DORADO
Meet Dorado, a 7-year-old Queensland Heeler mix who has his priorities straight: snacks, pets, brushing sessions, and then maybe toys... if there's ti…
Albuquerque Animal Services - Westside • Albuquerque, NM
Senior confirmed
BAXTER
Meet Baxter, a handsome senior gentleman searching for his forever home. If you're looking for a loyal companion to share life's quieter moments, Baxt…
Albuquerque Animal Services - Eastside • Albuquerque, NM
Senior confirmed
DUKE
DUKE is a senior male Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler, large, currently at Maricopa County Animal Care & Control - East Valley Animal Care Center in…
Maricopa County Animal Care & Control - East Valley Animal Care Center • Mesa, AZ
Senior confirmed
FALCON
Santa Barbara County Animal Services - Santa Maria • Santa Maria, CA
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
Rosie
Rosie is around seven or eight years old. She is very sweet and affectionate to everyone she meets. She enjoys playing fetch and going for walks. She …
Operation Pets Alive • The Woodlands, TX
Senior confirmed
HARLEY
Hi! I’m Harley, a senior dog with a heart full of love. My days are best spent playing gently or cuddling up close for some good scratches. I’m smart,…
Grand Prairie Animal Services • Grand Prairie, TX
At Risk
Haley
Location: Rumford, ME Hello everyone, I would like to introduce you to Haley. She is a 10-year-old, spayed female looking for a special place to call …
Australian Cattle Dog Rescue Association • Garden City, NY
Senior confirmed
LUNA
LUNA is a senior female Queensland Heeler / German Shepherd Dog. She is a medium-sized dog at Albuquerque Animal Services - Eastside in Albuquerque, N…
Albuquerque Animal Services - Eastside • Albuquerque, NM
10+ years
CHICHI
CHICHI is a small female Queensland Heeler senior at Fremont (Tricity) Animal Shelter in Fremont, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Fremont (Tricity) Animal Shelter • Fremont, CA
10+ years
SUZY Q
SUZY Q is a female Queensland Heeler senior at Stanislaus County Animal Services in Modesto, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Stanislaus County Animal Services • Modesto, CA
10+ years
Liv
Meet Liv! Liv is a 10-year-old Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler — but don't let that number fool you for a second. She plays just as hard as Marlee, …
Evergreen Animal Protective League • Evergreen, CO
Senior confirmed
Banks
Meet Banks! A spirited seven-and-a-half-year-old Australian Cattle Dog/Border Collie mix currently in Berkeley, CA, whose essence is a vibrant burst o…
Joyful Pets Animal Rescue • Amherst, MA
Senior confirmed
STANLEY
STANLEY is a senior male Queensland Heeler, medium size, currently at Tulare County Animal Control in Visalia, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful companio…
Tulare County Animal Control • Visalia, CA
Senior confirmed
LOLA
Lola is a 7-year-old, spayed female, pitbull mix weighing about 50lbs. Lola was in a loving home, but they struggled to deal with her dog reactivity. …
Summit County Animal Control • Frisco, CO
10+ years
Tucker
A dapper fella with a charming half-tail, Tucker is a chill guy with a live-and-let-live attitude. He bonds tightly to his person once they've shown t…
Calhoun County Humane Society, Inc. • Anniston, AL
Senior confirmed
Evie
Evie is full of life and energy and loves being with people! She is good with other dogs and not so good with cats, so she needs a home with no cats. …
Rebels Rescue Inc. • Tampa, FL
Senior confirmed
Goliath
Goliath is one of the most striking dogs we’ve ever met in person. His shiny coat, unique coloring, and those two mesmerizing blue eyes make him an ab…
Ruff Start Rescue • Princeton, MN
Senior confirmed
Kylie
Meet Kylie! Kylie is a 7 year old cattle dog looking for a new home. She has lots of energy and loves to be the center of attention! She can do well w…
Until They're Home • Fort Collins, CO
10+ years
LILO
LILO is a senior female Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler, medium size, located in Naples, FL at Collier County Domestic Animal Services. Senior dogs …
Collier County Domestic Animal Services • Naples, FL
Senior confirmed
DRAKO
#A5693675 Drako is a gorgeous Australian Cattle Dog with a heart as big as his smile! -6-year-old, neutered male -Gray and black coat -55 lbs -Came to…
United Hope for Animals • Pasadena, CA
Senior confirmed
Lucky
Meet Lucky: A Loyal Shadow with a Gentle Heart Lucky is a sweet 9-year-old cattle dog mix with a calm spirit, a soft heart, and a deep love for being …
Come Bye Border Collie Rescue • Highland, IL
Senior confirmed
LELO
LELO is a medium, senior female Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler available from Norman Animal Welfare in Norman, OK. Senior dogs make wonderful compa…
Norman Animal Welfare • Norman, OK
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Adopting a senior Australian Cattle Dog — FAQ
What counts as a senior dog?
Most shelters and vets consider a dog "senior" around age 7, though large breeds often age sooner and small breeds a little later. Every dog listed here is 7 years or older.
How do I adopt a senior Australian Cattle Dog?
Open a dog's profile to see the shelter or rescue caring for them, then follow the adoption link or contact details to apply directly with that organization.
Are senior Australian Cattle Dog dogs a good fit for first-time adopters?
Often, yes. An older Australian Cattle Dog is usually past the high-energy puppy stage and may already know basic commands, which can make ownership easier to ease into. Each profile and shelter can tell you about that dog's individual personality and needs.
Why adopt a senior dog instead of a puppy?
Senior dogs are calmer, usually house-trained, and let you skip the chewing and sleepless nights — and because they are the hardest to place, adopting one can quite literally save a life that might otherwise run out of time.
Are senior Australian Cattle Dog dogs good with children or other pets?
It depends on the individual dog more than the breed alone. Each dog's profile and the shelter or rescue caring for them can tell you about their history with kids, cats, or other dogs. Senior dogs are often calmer and more predictable than puppies, which can make reading compatibility easier before you commit.
How much does it cost to adopt a senior Australian Cattle Dog?
Adoption fees vary by shelter and rescue, but senior dogs are frequently discounted or even sponsored — because they wait the longest, many organizations offer reduced fees or cover initial vet care. Open a dog's profile and ask the organization directly for their current fee and what it includes.
Can I foster a senior Australian Cattle Dog instead of adopting?
Many shelters and rescues offer a foster program, sometimes with a foster-to-adopt path. Fostering a senior Australian Cattle Dog gets them out of a kennel and into a calm home — which is especially beneficial for older dogs who find shelter life stressful. Ask the organization on any dog's profile whether fostering is an option.
Know a senior dog who needs a home?
Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.