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Senior Dachshund dogs
Senior Dachshund dogs for adoption
Meet 100 adoptable senior Dachshund 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 1–30 of 100 below.
Senior Dachshunds 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 Dachshund 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 Dachshund dogs
Senior confirmed
Jabba
Jabba is a new arrival to CTDR, having been surrendered by his owners. He is a beautiful 9 1/2 year old black and white piebald gentleman and he is lo…
Central Texas Dachshund Rescue • Humble, TX
Senior confirmed
rascal- little ninja
Wag On Inn Rescue • Oakhurst, NJ
10+ years
10+ years
Senior Dachshund mix
I arrived at the San Bernardino City Animal Shelter on 07/05/2026 from San Bernardino.
San Bernardino City Animal Shelter • San Bernardino, CA
10+ years
DAISY
My name is Daisy. I am described as a female, tan Dachshund.
Chicago Animal Care and Control • Chicago, IL
Senior confirmed
SHY SHY
Why I'd make a great companion: ~Woof! My name is Shy Shy and I weigh 14 LBS! ~I'm a little shy at first, so I might pretend I'm more interested in sn…
Arizona Humane Society - Sunnyslope • Phoenix, AZ
10+ years
Captain
Hi. I'm Captain. I'm 14, I play fetch, I do zoomies in the yard, and I take treats from your hand like a gentleman. Through some life changes I found …
Dachshund Adoption Rescue & Education (DARE) • Tampa, FL
Senior confirmed
Finnegan
Finnegan is an approximately 9-year-old, 30-pound bundle of love with a DNA mix of Dachshund, Chihuahua, and Poodle—though we think he’s 100% adorable…
New Beginnings for Animals • Mission Viejo, CA
Senior confirmed
BANDIT
BANDIT is a senior male Dachshund, small in size, located in Corpus Christi, TX at City of Corpus Christi Animal Care. Senior dogs make wonderful comp…
City of Corpus Christi Animal Care • Corpus Christi, TX
10+ years
Teddy
Handsome Teddy in San Diego. We think Doxie spaniel? He’s about 11-13 yr and 12 lbs and is a winsome and charming companion who is good with people an…
Dachshund Rescue of Los Angeles • Los Angeles, CA
10+ years
Amos
A SWEET LITTLE FELLOW: Approx. 4 years old / Approx. 15 lbs. Hi there, I’m Amos! I came to Mostly Mutts from animal control and I’m very happy to be h…
Mostly Mutts Animal Rescue & Adoption, Inc. • Kennesaw, GA
10+ years
Dash
Dash is ready to be adopted!! This sweet boy is 4 years old and weighs 10 pounds. Dash is good with other dogs, cats and kids. He loves to be near peo…
Dachshund Rescue South Florida • Weston, FL
10+ years
Wilber
Sweet 13 year old boy 13 pounds He has cataracts, but can still see some He doesn’t have any teeth, but eats fine Good with all people and other dogs …
Dachshund Rescue South Florida • Weston, FL
10+ years
Blanche
Meet Blanche! Blanche is a beautiful 6-year-old Dachshund mix with a heart full of love. She came to us through no fault of her own, as her previous o…
Homeward Bound Pet Rescue Inc. of Gilmer County • Ellijay, GA
Senior confirmed
GRINS
This adorable Wire-haired Dachshund is 5 years old and has the cutest whiskers and eyebrows ever going. He is a calm and easy going 24 pounds boy that…
Critter Cavalry Rescue • Franklin, TN
Senior confirmed
Robby
8 year old male 14 pounds from Puerto Rico Pretty dapple boy Robby is good with other dogs He is not a fan of men. Ideally, Robby will live in a home …
Dachshund Rescue South Florida • Weston, FL
Senior confirmed
Dublin
Meet Dublin! Dublin is a sweet, gentle 7-year-old, 24 lb. Dachshund mix with a heart of gold. Although he’s had a very difficult start to life, it has…
Second Chance Dog Rescue • San Diego, CA
10+ years
Minnie (being fostered in Miami, FL)
Minnie Bio Please ensure you understand and can meet the needs of this dog before applying. Energy level: low Potty training: in progress/pads Fenced …
Little Paws Dachshund Rescue • Brookfield, MD
10+ years
Sir Bailey
12 years old 46 pound standard dachshund mix Sweet and happy boy Good with other dogs Good with all people Sir Bailey has cushings and it is well regu…
Dachshund Rescue South Florida • Weston, FL
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
Daisy - Hesperia
Daisy has just arrived so we don't know much about her. she is sweet and likes to show her belly for rubs. She's getting over a cold and needs a denta…
Dachshund Rescue of Los Angeles • Los Angeles, CA
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
10+ years
Elvis
11 year old male 13 pounds Good with other dogs Has a heart murmur that requires medication He is doing well and did well under anesthesia for his den…
Dachshund Rescue South Florida • Weston, FL
10+ years
Monty NJ
Monty is a sweet senior gentleman whose world was turned upside down through no fault of his own. When his owner lost his home, he did everything he c…
Eleventh Hour Rescue • Rockaway, NJ
10+ years
Scooby & Pepper
Bonded Duo Looking for Their Forever Home ❤️ Scooby and his brother, Pepper, are searching for a forever home where they can stay together. At 12 year…
Paw-Affection Dachshund Rescue, Inc. • Taunton, MA
10+ years
Pepper & Scooby
Bonded Duo Looking for Their Forever Home ❤️ Pepper and his brother, Scooby, are searching for a forever home where they can stay together. At 12 year…
Paw-Affection Dachshund Rescue, Inc. • Taunton, MA
10+ years
Charlie
Hi, I'm Charlie — I've come out of my shell since arriving at DARE. I've got a great appetite, and I wake up every morning happy and bouncy, ready to …
Dachshund Adoption Rescue & Education (DARE) • Tampa, FL
Senior confirmed
Poppy Blossom
I am a sweet 7-year-old girl who only weighs 11 pounds and likes to sit on laps and go for walks. I am working on learning the doggie door and letting…
Diamond Dachshund Rescue of Texas • San Antonio, TX
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Adopting a senior Dachshund — 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 Dachshund?
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 Dachshund dogs a good fit for first-time adopters?
Often, yes. An older Dachshund 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 Dachshund 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 Dachshund?
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 Dachshund instead of adopting?
Many shelters and rescues offer a foster program, sometimes with a foster-to-adopt path. Fostering a senior Dachshund 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.