10+ years
MR. QUIRK
MR. QUIRK is a senior male Dachshund (small) at Orange County Animal Care Center in Orange, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Orange County Animal Care Center • Orange, CA
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 1,591–1,620 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
BELLA
BELLA is a senior female Pit Bull Terrier (large) at Minneapolis Animal Care and Control in Minneapolis, MN. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Minneapolis Animal Care and Control • Minneapolis, MN
10+ years
10+ years
AWESOME AIDEN
Meet Aiden, a charming ten-year-old French Bulldog with a story as unique as his personality. For most of his life, Aiden was the devoted companion of…
Critter Companion Rescue • Sussex, NJ
10+ years
SOPHIE
Meet Sophie! Sophie is a beautiful 10-year-old Dutch Shepherd who proves that age is just a number. While she may be entering her golden years, this l…
Solano County Sheriff's Office Animal Care Division • Fairfield, CA
10+ years
MAC
MAC is a male senior Chihuahua / Pug, medium size, currently at Los Angeles County Animal Control - Downey in Downey, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful c…
Los Angeles County Animal Control - Downey • Downey, CA
10+ years
JACK
JACK is a senior male Plott Hound / Pit Bull Terrier, large, located in Fort Myers, FL at Lee County Domestic Animal Services. Senior dogs make wonder…
Lee County Domestic Animal Services • Fort Myers, FL
10+ years
DOROTHY
I will be visiting the Ventura Petco with one of my volunteer friends on Saturday, July 11th from 2 to 4. Hope to see you there!
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
10+ years
Pugsy Malone
Foster or forever home wanted, meet Pugsy Malone! Pugsy came into the Long Beach shelter as a stray on June 18th with no collar, tag and no microchip.…
Labradors and Friends Dog Rescue Group • San Diego, CA
10+ years
LAZARIA
LAZARIA is a senior female Border Terrier, medium size, located at Albuquerque Animal Services - Eastside in Albuquerque, NM. Senior dogs make wonderf…
Albuquerque Animal Services - Eastside • Albuquerque, NM
10+ years
FROST
FROST is a senior male Siberian Husky. He is a large dog located in Orange, CA at the Orange County Animal Care Center. Senior dogs make wonderful com…
Orange County Animal Care Center • Orange, CA
10+ years
BLUE
BLUE is a senior male German Shepherd Dog at Orange County Animal Care Center in Orange, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Orange County Animal Care Center • Orange, CA
10+ years
RONALD
RONALD is a senior male Shih Tzu, small in size, currently at Los Angeles County Animal Control - Lancaster in Lancaster, CA. Senior dogs make wonderf…
Los Angeles County Animal Control - Lancaster • Lancaster, CA
10+ years
Violet
Meet Violet! This darling 10-year-old girl weighs just 18 pounds and has so much love to give. Sadly, Violet was abandoned at a shelter, and no one ev…
New Beginnings for Animals • Mission Viejo, CA
10+ years
Hazel & Luna (Bonded Pair)
Meet Hazel – A Sweet 10-Year-Old Yorkie Mix Looking for Her Forever Home Hazel is a gentle 10-year-old Yorkie mix with a quiet, loving heart. She may …
New Beginnings for Animals • Mission Viejo, CA
10+ years
Luna & Hazel (Bonded Pair)
Meet Luna – A Sweet 10-Year-Old Boston Terrier Mix Looking for Her Forever Home Luna is an adorable 10-year-old Boston Terrier/Pug with a loving, affe…
New Beginnings for Animals • Mission Viejo, CA
10+ years
NALA #13
Please note this dog is NOT an official Underdog dog, and you will be connected with the person who has the dog. Please Contact (Current Owner of Dog)…
Underdog Rescue of Arizona, LLC • Chandler, AZ
10+ years
10+ years
Onika
Onika is an American Eskimo. She is a little reserved with strangers, but so sweet! 20 lbs and 10 years young! We are looking for a home for her and h…
Second Chance Companions • Battle Ground, WA
10+ years
GEORGE
GEORGE is a male senior Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler / Pembroke Welsh Corgi, small in size, located in Camarillo, CA at Ventura County Animal Reg…
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
10+ years
Laverne
Meet Laverne! Meet this adorable pup with the cutest little smile and a heart full of love. She’s a gentle, affectionate girl who absolutely loves to …
Lucky Pup Rescue SC • Greenville, SC
10+ years
DAISY
Meet Daisy – The Senior Supervisor of Sniffing Operations! At 10 years old, Daisy would like everyone to know that senior is just a technical term. Th…
Albuquerque Animal Services - Westside • Albuquerque, NM
10+ years
Jackie
Jackie is a sweet senior lady who clearly has not had the best life. She came in so shut down and unsure of life at 10 years old. She was morbidly obe…
Ayres Memorial Animal Shelter, Inc • 133 Hilltop Rd Sprakers NY 12166, NY
10+ years
JAZZY
Jazzy is a sweet, playful girl with a big love for toys and quality time with her people. She enjoys games, treats, and affection, and will thrive in …
Contra Costa Animal Services • Martinez, CA
10+ years
Juno
Juno is a sweet girl who is very treat motivated and LOVES to walk!! She is very well taken care of, and would love to go to a quiet and slightly acti…
Friends of the Seal Beach Animal Care Center • Seal Beach, CA
10+ years
LIL BIT
LIL BIT is a senior female Chihuahua, small in size, located at Dallas Animal Services in Dallas, TX. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Dallas Animal Services • Dallas, TX
10+ years
Bruno
Bruno is an eldely guy who has seen some tough times. He's come to us from Oakland Animal Services, newly neutered and with a mass removed. He's recov…
German Shepherd Rescue of Northern California • Cupertino, CA
10+ years
CALLIOPE
CALLIOPE is a senior female Rottweiler, large, located at San Antonio Animal Care Services in San Antonio, TX. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
San Antonio Animal Care Services • San Antonio, TX
10+ years
BLU
BLU is a senior male Siberian Husky, large in size, located in Riverside, CA at Riverside County Animal Control - Riverside Shelter. Senior dogs make …
Riverside County Animal Control - Riverside Shelter • Riverside, CA
10+ years
Gretchen
This is sweet, little Gretchen. She a 10-year-old, 6-pound mini-poodle mix. Gretchen is a happy little girl who is in great shape and loves walks, car…
Second Chance Dog Rescue • San Diego, CA
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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.