Senior confirmed
Sabbath
Hi, I’m Sabbath! I love to snuggle with my foster brother, even if we ran into each other that one time when we were chasing a squirrel in the yard. (…
Greyhound Pets of America Minnesota • Minneapolis, MN
Senior Greyhound dogs
Senior Greyhound dogs for adoption
Meet 9 adoptable senior Greyhound dogs (age 7+) from shelters and rescues across the country. Older dogs are often calm, house-trained, and ready to love from day one.
Senior Greyhounds 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 Greyhound 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 Greyhound dogs
10+ years
REY
REY is a senior female Greyhound / Labrador Retriever, large, located in Castaic, CA at Los Angeles County Animal Control - Castaic. Senior dogs make …
Los Angeles County Animal Control - Castaic • Castaic, CA
Senior confirmed
DESERT HEAT
DESERT HEAT sire GABLE SOUR CREAM dam JOY GLOVANNL SEE WEBSITE EOR UPDATES
Allies for Greyhounds of West Michigan • Grandville, MI
Senior confirmed
AMF CRYING GAL
AMF CRYING GAL sire LONESOME CRY dam AMF GINA SEE WEBSITE FOR UPDATES
Allies for Greyhounds of West Michigan • Grandville, MI
Senior confirmed
Rhett
Rhett is my name; being lazy is my game! After almost 8 years I’m relaxing in a home for the first time in my life. It’s wonderful! I LOVE my kennel a…
Kansas City Retired Greyhounds as Pets • Kansas City, MO
Senior confirmed
XENA
Ready to add an MVP to your team? Xena is a sweet, friendly athlete with a serious love for water and an unstoppable toy drive. Tennis balls are her u…
Lake County Animal Services • Tavares, FL
Senior confirmed
Rolo
Rolo is a sweet boy who was rescued from the China meat trade. He's very friendly, happy and loves attention. He also loves to romp in the yard or go …
Greyhound Friends of NJ, Inc. • Millsboro DELAWARE, NJ
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Charlie
"I may be a senior pup, but I like to think of myself as a senior in high school—60 pounds, so handsome and young-looking! I have the softest brown ey…
Kansas City Retired Greyhounds as Pets • Kansas City, MO
10+ years
Aspen
AspenTag No: 6856Registered Name: NoneBreed: Greyhound MixDate of Birth: June 18, 2021Color: BrindleCat Trainable: NoDog Friendly: See CommentsKid Fri…
Greyhound Pets, Inc. • Woodinville, WA
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Adopting a senior Greyhound — 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 Greyhound?
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 Greyhound dogs a good fit for first-time adopters?
Often, yes. An older Greyhound 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 Greyhound 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 Greyhound?
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 Greyhound instead of adopting?
Many shelters and rescues offer a foster program, sometimes with a foster-to-adopt path. Fostering a senior Greyhound 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.