10+ years
10 years & older
Senior dogs age 10 and older
Meet 1980 adoptable senior dogs aged 10 and older. These are some of the most overlooked dogs in rescue — and some of the most grateful to be chosen. Showing 1,081–1,110 of 1,980 below.
Last updated July 12, 2026 at 10:37 PM EDT. Listings refresh automatically, usually every 12 hours.
Dogs aged 10 and older — in their double digits — are among the very hardest to place, yet they're often the gentlest companions you'll find: house-trained, long past the chewing and high-energy years, and content to spend their days close to you. Older dogs are too easily overlooked, so giving one a soft place to land for their remaining years is one of the most meaningful things an adopter can do. Always confirm availability and adoption steps with the shelter or rescue.
Available senior dogs aged 10 and older
10+ years
Tequila Rose
Activity - Sleepover Eligible
Best Friends Animal Society — Sanctuary (Kanab) • Kanab, UT
10+ years
10+ years
Phantom
Best Friends Animal Society — Sanctuary (Kanab) • Kanab, UT
10+ years
10+ years
KELA
San Antonio Animal Care Services • San Antonio, TX
10+ years
Xena - SIlver Heart
11/14/2025 Xena is an owner surrender looking for a new home. Hi! My name is Xena! I am a beautiful 10-year-old flashy fawn girl that is an owner surr…
Austin Boxer Rescue • Austin, TX
10+ years
Sophie V - Silver Heart
Sophie V is an owner surrender looking for a new home. Hi! My name is Sophie! I am a beautiful 10 year old flashy brindle lady that is searching for m…
Austin Boxer Rescue • Austin, TX
10+ years
Nova II - Silver Heart
12/4/2025 Nova II is an owner surrender looking for a new home. Hi! My name is Nova II! I am a handsome 10 year old white boxer boy that is an owner s…
Austin Boxer Rescue • Austin, TX
10+ years
Ebba - Silver Heart
Hi! My name is Ebba! I am a beautiful 10 year old flashy fawn lady! No information is known about my history but I'm looking forward to my forever fam…
Austin Boxer Rescue • Austin, TX
10+ years
10+ years
JOLENE
Riverside County Animal Control - Riverside Shelter • Riverside, CA
10+ years
10+ years
NOODLE
City of Houston, Bureau of Animal Regulation and Care • Houston, TX
10+ years
COOKIE
COOKIE is a senior male Chihuahua, small in size, located at San Antonio Animal Care Services in San Antonio, TX. Senior dogs make wonderful companion…
San Antonio Animal Care Services • San Antonio, TX
10+ years
Manu
Manu is a male senior Shepherd (Australian/mix) at Weatherford Wags in Weatherford, TX. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Weatherford Wags • Weatherford, TX
10+ years
10+ years
10+ years
Senior Chihuahua - Smooth Coated
I arrived at the San Bernardino City Animal Shelter on 07/06/2026 from Rialto.
San Bernardino City Animal Shelter • San Bernardino, CA
10+ years
MAGNUS
MAGNUS is a senior male Terrier, medium in size, at Riverside County Animal Control - Riverside Shelter in Riverside, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful c…
Riverside County Animal Control - Riverside Shelter • Riverside, CA
10+ years
LORENZO
LORENZO is a senior male Pug/Chihuahua, small in size, located in San Bernardino, CA at San Bernardino City Animal Control. Senior dogs make wonderful…
San Bernardino City Animal Control • San Bernardino, CA
10+ years
MED WAIVER PEPE
MED WAIVER PEPE is a small senior male Chihuahua at Devore Animal Shelter in San Bernardino, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Devore Animal Shelter • San Bernardino, CA
10+ years
PAQUITA
07/07/26 18:50 Meet Paquita, a female spayed senior (~10 year old) maltese/terrier mix who came into the shelter with severe matting, fleas and painfu…
San Jose Animal Care Center • San Jose, CA
10+ years
DEXTER
DEXTER is a senior male American Staffordshire Terrier, large, at Lincoln County Animal Services in Palmetto, FL. Senior dogs make wonderful companion…
Lincoln County Animal Services • Palmetto, FL
10+ years
MARTHA
Martha is a senior female Shih Tzu, small in size, currently at Santa Barbara County Animal Services - Lompoc in Lompoc, CA. Senior dogs make wonderfu…
Santa Barbara County Animal Services - Lompoc • Lompoc, CA
10+ years
10+ years
10+ years
10+ years
10+ years
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Adopting a dog aged 10+ — 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.
Is it worth adopting a dog aged 10 or older?
Absolutely. Older dogs are typically calm, affectionate, and already trained, and they bond deeply with the people who give them a home. Their time with you may be shorter, but adopters consistently describe it as some of the most rewarding companionship they've known.
Do dogs aged 10+ have higher vet costs?
Some older dogs need a special diet, joint support, or more regular check-ups, but many are healthy for their age. Each dog's profile and the shelter caring for them can tell you about any known medical needs before you adopt.
How do I adopt one of these senior dogs?
Open any dog's profile to see which shelter or rescue is caring for them, then use the adoption link or contact details to apply directly with that organization. Lily's Second Chance gathers older dogs in one place so they're easier to find.
Know an older dog who needs a home?
Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.