10+ years
CECE
CECE is a senior female Pit Bull Terrier. She is large and located at Killeen Animal Control in Killeen, TX. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Killeen Animal Control • Killeen, TX
10 years & older
Senior dogs age 10 and older
Meet 1960 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 1,561–1,590 of 1,960 below.
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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
DUTCHESS
DUTCHESS is a senior female Pug, small in size, at Prince Georges County Animal Management Division in Forestville, MD. Senior dogs make wonderful com…
Prince Georges County Animal Management Division • Forestville, MD
10+ years
PERCY
PERCY is a senior male Miniature Poodle, small in size, currently at Ventura County Animal Regulation in Camarillo, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful com…
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
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GRACE
Why I'd make a great companion: ~Hello! My name is Grace and I weigh 72 LBS! ~I'm gentle, affectionate, and believe the best relationships are built o…
Arizona Humane Society - Campus for Compassion • Phoenix, AZ
10+ years
BEN
Ben is a sweet, social dog who enjoys meeting new people and is happiest once he's had a little time to settle in. While the shelter has been a bit ov…
Contra Costa Animal Services • Martinez, CA
10+ years
Lillie Grace
You Tube video link: https://youtube.com/shorts/Me3yelLdorM FOR ADOPTION! Note: Only those with a responsible dog ownership history and excellent vet …
Ninna's Road to Rescue • Benton, LA
10+ years
SNOOPY
SNOOPY -CHEPO is a senior male Miniature Poodle, medium size, currently at Long Beach Animal Care Services in Long Beach, CA. Senior dogs make wonderf…
Long Beach Animal Care Services • Long Beach, CA
10+ years
HENRY
Henry is a sweet, friendly, active boy (but not overly active--he is 9 years old and enjoys a good nap in between play sessions.) Henry loves being wi…
San Antonio Animal Care Services • San Antonio, TX
10+ years
Leopold
Meet Leopold! Leopold is an approximately 10-year-old Maltese/Yorkshire Terrier mix weighing around 8 pounds who is looking for a loving forever home.…
Rockwall Animal Adoption Center • Rockwall, TX
10+ years
A114930
A114930 is a small male Terrier, a senior, currently at Lee's Summit Animal Control in Lee's Summit, MO. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Lee's Summit Animal Control • Lee's Summit, MO
10+ years
A114929
A114929 is a small male Beagle (senior) at Lee's Summit Animal Control in Lee's Summit, MO. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Lee's Summit Animal Control • Lee's Summit, MO
10+ years
CHUNGAS
CHUNGAS is a small male Maltese senior at Kern Co Animal Control Dept - Bakersfield in Bakersfield, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Kern Co Animal Control Dept - Bakersfield • Bakersfield, CA
10+ years
MOONPIE
MOONPIE is a small senior female Pomeranian at South Los Angeles Animal Care and Control Center in Los Angeles, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful compani…
South Los Angeles Animal Care and Control Center • Los Angeles, CA
10+ years
DUKE
DUKE is a senior male American Pit Bull Terrier, a large dog at The Animal Foundation - Las Vegas in Las Vegas, NV. Senior dogs make wonderful compani…
The Animal Foundation - Las Vegas • Las Vegas, NV
10+ years
CHIP
CHIP is a senior male English Bulldog, medium size, located in Miami, FL at Miami Dade Animal Services. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Miami Dade Animal Services • Miami, FL
10+ years
CRUZ
CRUZ is a senior female Staffordshire Bull Terrier, large, located in Houston, TX at the City of Houston Bureau of Animal Regulation and Care. Senior …
City of Houston, Bureau of Animal Regulation and Care • Houston, TX
10+ years
CONCORD
CONCORD is a senior male German Shepherd Dog, large, located at Los Angeles County Animal Control - Lancaster in Lancaster, CA. Senior dogs make wonde…
Los Angeles County Animal Control - Lancaster • Lancaster, CA
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Miss Violet
Backstory for Miss Violet Animal Saints Rescue Society was asked to help with an owner surrender involving several Imperial Shih Tzu. Their former per…
Animal Saints Rescue Society • Fort Montgomery, NY
10+ years
BELLA
BELLA is a senior female Pit Bull Terrier, large, at Contra Costa Animal Services in Martinez, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Contra Costa Animal Services • Martinez, CA
10+ years
ROCKY
Hello! I'm Rocky :) I may be an older dog, but I love to be walked. I love pets and attention, potty trained and looking for a furever loving home. I'…
Broward County Animal Care & Regulation - Ft. Lauderdale • Fort Lauderdale, FL
10+ years
Liberty
Liberty is a 10-year-old Chesapeake Bay Retriever whose owner passed away over a month ago. Since then, she has been living alone in the only home she…
Magpie & Daisy's Pet Rescue • Carrollton, VA
10+ years
KODA
KODA is a medium senior male German Shepherd Dog at Albuquerque Animal Services - Westside in Albuquerque, NM. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Albuquerque Animal Services - Westside • Albuquerque, NM
10+ years
DAN
DAN is a male, medium German Shepherd Dog of senior age located at Los Angeles County Animal Control - Downey in Downey, CA. Senior dogs make wonderfu…
Los Angeles County Animal Control - Downey • Downey, CA
10+ years
Toast
Meet Toast! Toast is a goofy, high energy boy even at 10 years old. His favorite activities are playing frisbee, hiking, and walks. He does great on a…
Until They're Home • Fort Collins, CO
10+ years
BRONZE
BRONZE is a senior male Pit Bull Terrier, medium size, currently at Los Angeles County Animal Control - Downey in Downey, CA. Senior dogs make wonderf…
Los Angeles County Animal Control - Downey • Downey, CA
10+ years
A169434
A169434 is a senior male Chihuahua (small) at Bakersfield Animal Care Center in Bakersfield, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Bakersfield Animal Care Center • Bakersfield, CA
10+ years
10+ years
THOR
THOR is a senior male Dogo Argentino, large in size, located at The Animal Foundation in Las Vegas, NV. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
The Animal Foundation - Las Vegas • Las Vegas, NV
10+ years
WATSON
Hi everyone! My name is Watson, and I'm a super sweet boy looking for my forever home. I have a great history with kids, cats, and dogs, and I absolut…
Larimer Humane Society • Fort Collins, CO
10+ years
Snuggles
Are you looking for a snuggle friend? Well look no further! Snuggles is here to full fill all your snuggle needs! Snuggles is 10 years young and appro…
Magnificent Mutts Rescue • Hillside, IL
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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.