Senior confirmed
Edith
As the temperature begins to drop again, we got a plea to help a heartworm positive and “extremely emaciated” senior hound that found herself at a rur…
Swamp Haven Rescue, Inc. • Saint Augustine, FL
Senior dogs in Florida
Senior dogs for adoption in Florida
Meet 451 adoptable senior dogs (age 7+) in Florida. Each one is from a shelter or rescue and ready to give an older dog's quiet, grateful love. Showing 331–360 of 451 below.
Last updated July 12, 2026 at 9:30 AM EDT. Listings refresh automatically, usually every 12 hours.
Senior dogs — age 7 and up — wait far longer for homes than puppies, even though they're usually already house-trained, past the chewing stage, and happy to nap at your feet. Adopting an older dog in Florida means you typically know their size, temperament, and energy level from day one: fewer surprises, and a grateful companion who settles in fast. Always confirm availability and adoption requirements directly with the shelter or rescue.
Available senior dogs in Florida
Senior confirmed
BUTCH BROWN
Butch Brown is a senior male American Bulldog, medium-sized, currently at Miami Dade Animal Services in Miami, FL. Senior dogs make wonderful companio…
Miami Dade Animal Services • Miami, FL
Senior confirmed
Wednesday
Meet Wednesday! This precious Bull Terrier mix was recently surrendered to ARC and is now ready to find a loving forever home. Don’t let her “senior” …
Animal Refuge Center • North Fort Myers, FL
Senior confirmed
Poppie
Poppie is an adorable 7-8yo, 16.8-lb. possible chihuahua/pug mix. Her curly-Q pigtail is the cutest thing. She came to LR obese, weighing 21lbs. so sh…
Lil Rascals Dog Rescue • Osteen, FL
10+ years
MAYA
MAYA is a senior female German Shepherd Dog / Siberian Husky, large, at Collier County Domestic Animal Services in Naples, FL. Senior dogs make wonder…
Collier County Domestic Animal Services • Naples, FL
Senior confirmed
Smeagol
Smeagol excells in beagle-ness. He really is a bit full of himself but it’s actually endearing and his hard-headedness will often make you laugh and l…
SouthEast Beagle Rescue Inc. • Dunnellon, FL
Senior confirmed
CHOPS
Meet Chops! Chops is overall a very well behaved dog! He´s housetrained, follows your rules, and has never chewed or destroyed anything else than some…
Marion County Animal Services • Ocala, FL
Senior confirmed
ANA
ANA is a large female senior Terrier at Miami Dade Animal Services in Miami, FL. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Miami Dade Animal Services • Miami, FL
10+ years
YUNA
Yuna is a gentle, laid-back senior girl who is slowly learning how good life can be in a loving home. While she can be very nervous and shy at first, …
Marion County Animal Services • Ocala, FL
Senior confirmed
Roy
Rex and Roy are a bonded pair who come as a package deal - and honestly, who would want to break up a duo this good? Rex is a four-year-old pit mix an…
Everglades Angels Dog Rescue • Pompano Beach, FL
10+ years
Duck
Who likes meatballs?!? Well, meet our resident 'meatball' Duck... or as we affectionately call him, Uncle Buck. And just like Uncle Buck, he's a chunk…
Lil Rascals Dog Rescue • Osteen, FL
10+ years
Chispa
10 year old female 15 pounds From Puerto Rico Super sweet and happy dachshund mix Loving and snuggly Good with other dogs Good with all people Very we…
Dachshund Rescue South Florida • Weston, FL
10+ years
Douglas
At 13 years young, Douglas has perfected the art of enjoying life’s simple pleasures — and he’s hoping to find someone to share them with. This charmi…
Polka Dogz Pet REscue, INc. • oakland, FL
10+ years
PARIS
Paris is a lovely senior girl; 11 years young with tons of spunk! Paris enjoys leisure walk and rolling in the grass, belly rubs and lots of snacks. P…
Broward County Animal Care & Regulation - Ft. Lauderdale • Fort Lauderdale, FL
10+ years
MILO
MILO is a senior male English Springer Spaniel / Cocker Spaniel, medium-sized, at Marion County Animal Services in Ocala, FL. Senior dogs make wonderf…
Marion County Animal Services • Ocala, FL
Senior confirmed
MATILDA (NOVA)
Matilda is a sweet senior girl who is currently thriving in a foster home, where she has proven herself to be a loving and easygoing companion. She li…
Marion County Animal Services • Ocala, FL
Senior confirmed
Matty
Matty's personality is all beagle! He's a friendly boy who was dropped off at a Louisiana shelter as a stray and he is so happy to be in his foster ho…
SouthEast Beagle Rescue Inc. • Dunnellon, FL
Senior confirmed
Axel
Here's where Axel is today: Neck surgery was a success Settled into our facility and decompressing Getting more comfortable every single day Showing v…
Everglades Angels Dog Rescue • Pompano Beach, FL
Senior confirmed
Astro
Name: Astro Breed: Boston Terrier Age: 9 years old Vaccines: Up to date - Due April 2026 Any medical conditions: Deaf Neutered: No Chip: No Temperamen…
Paws 4 You Rescue • Miami, FL
Senior confirmed
MILA
Mila is an 8-year-old Bull Mastiff–German Shepherd mix with a heart as big as her 100-pound frame. This gentle giant is calm, loving, and happiest whe…
Miami Dade Animal Services • Miami, FL
Senior confirmed
STARK
Hi hi! My name is Stark. I am a seven-year-old Siberian Husky. I am avery playful and energetic boy. I am quite loving and affectionate. Justwatch my …
Miami Dade Animal Services • Miami, FL
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Raleigh
Raleigh is the sweetest boy who loves his humans! He is a great cuddler and takes "velcro dog" to the next level- if this dog could crawl into your sk…
Plenty of Pit Bulls • Gainesville, FL
Senior confirmed
Cookie
Look at what a couple of weeks of good care can do!! Cookie is a sweet 7 year old boy who weighs 18 pounds. He’s good with all people and other dogs. …
Dachshund Rescue South Florida • Weston, FL
10+ years
KIMMIE
KIMMIE is a senior American Pit Bull Terrier, a medium female located at Marion County Animal Services in Ocala, FL. Senior dogs make wonderful compan…
Marion County Animal Services • Ocala, FL
10+ years
NIKI
NIKI is a senior female Labrador Retriever, medium size, at Seminole County Animal Services in Sanford, FL. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Seminole County Animal Services • Sanford, FL
10+ years
Mack III
Meet Mack — a sweet 10-year-old gentleman with a calm soul and the softest, most easygoing personality. He strolls through life at his own relaxed pac…
Tampa Bay Beagle Rescue, Inc. • Tampa, FL
Senior confirmed
LAZY BONE
LAZY BONE is a male American Pit Bull Terrier, a large senior at Miami Dade Animal Services in Miami, FL. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Miami Dade Animal Services • Miami, FL
Senior confirmed
Rudolph (Rudy)
After coming to us in rough shape, our sweet senior boy Rudy has made an incredible transformation. He's now healthy, active, and thriving . Somewhere…
Payton's Promise Sanctuary • Marathon, FL
Senior confirmed
Thunder
Meet Thunder. The right combination of silly and serious . Thunder will stare at you inquisitively and then give a care-free hop. Thunder loves walks,…
Plenty of Pit Bulls • Gainesville, FL
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CHARLIE
Charlie is a 7-year-old male Chihuahua mix who is sweet, gentle, and full of love He’s a calm little companion who enjoys cuddles and would love a coz…
UFAR Animals Rescue • Margate, FL
Senior dogs in Florida by breed
Senior dogs in Florida by city
Shelters & rescues with senior dogs in Florida
These organizations currently have at least one adoptable senior dog listed on Lily's Second Chance.
- Miami Dade Animal Services — Miami, Florida · See Miami Dade Animal Services’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Foster Home — Palmetto, Florida · See Foster Home’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Lake County Animal Services — Tavares, Florida · See Lake County Animal Services’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Miami-Dade Animal Services — Doral, Florida · See Miami-Dade Animal Services’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Marion County Animal Services — Ocala, Florida · See Marion County Animal Services’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Seminole County Animal Services — Sanford, Florida · See Seminole County Animal Services’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Orange County Animal Services — Orlando, Florida · See Orange County Animal Services’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Broward County Animal Care & Regulation - Ft. Lauderdale — Fort Lauderdale, Florida · See Broward County Animal Care & Regulation - Ft. Lauderdale’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Dachshund Rescue South Florida — Weston, Florida · See Dachshund Rescue South Florida’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Osceola County Animal Services — St. Cloud, Florida · See Osceola County Animal Services’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- UFAR Animals Rescue — Margate, Florida · See UFAR Animals Rescue’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Paws 4 You Rescue — Miami, Florida · See Paws 4 You Rescue’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Tampa Bay Beagle Rescue, Inc. — Tampa, Florida · See Tampa Bay Beagle Rescue, Inc.’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Tallahassee-Leon Community Animal Service Center — Tallahassee, Florida · See Tallahassee-Leon Community Animal Service Center’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Clay County Animal Care and Control — Green Cove Springs, Florida · See Clay County Animal Care and Control’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Lil Rascals Dog Rescue — Osteen, Florida · See Lil Rascals Dog Rescue’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Polka Dogz Pet REscue, INc. — oakland, Florida · See Polka Dogz Pet REscue, INc.’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- A Second Chance Puppies and Kittens Rescue — Royal Palm Beach, Florida · See A Second Chance Puppies and Kittens Rescue’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Lee County Domestic Animal Services — Fort Myers, Florida · See Lee County Domestic Animal Services’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Pet Rescue By Judy — Sanford, Florida · See Pet Rescue By Judy’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Jacksonville Humane Society — Jacksonville, Florida · See Jacksonville Humane Society’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Manatee County Animal Services — Palmetto, Florida · See Manatee County Animal Services’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League of the Palm Beaches, Inc. — West Palm Beach, Florida · See Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League of the Palm Beaches, Inc.’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Adopt Citrus County Animal Shelter Pets — Inverness, Florida · See Adopt Citrus County Animal Shelter Pets’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
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Adopting a senior dog in Florida — 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 dog in Florida?
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 senior dogs in one place so they're easier to find — the adoption itself happens through the local group.
How much does it cost to adopt a senior dog in Florida?
Adoption fees vary by organization, but senior dogs are frequently discounted or sponsored because they wait the longest. Many rescues also begin any needed medical care before adoption. The dog's profile or the shelter can confirm the current fee.
Are senior dogs harder to care for?
Usually not. Older dogs are typically calmer and already trained, which makes the first weeks far easier than with a puppy. Some have age-related needs like a special diet or joint support, and the listing or shelter will tell you what to expect.
Can I adopt a senior dog from another city in Florida?
Yes. Most shelters and rescues in Florida welcome adopters from anywhere in the state, and some can arrange transport within Florida for the right match. Open a dog's profile to see the organization's contact details and ask them directly how their process works.
What should I expect in the first weeks after adopting a senior dog in Florida?
Senior dogs usually settle in faster than puppies because they're already past the most demanding stage. Expect a brief adjustment period — they may be shy at first, then relax into their personality. A consistent routine, a comfortable spot to rest, and patience are usually all it takes.
Can I foster a senior dog in Florida instead of adopting?
Many shelters and rescues in Florida offer foster programs — sometimes with a foster-to-adopt path so you can try the match before committing. Fostering is especially valuable for senior dogs because it gets them out of a kennel and into a calm home while they wait for their forever family. Ask the organization on any dog's profile whether fostering is available.
Are senior dogs good with children or other pets in a Florida home?
Many senior dogs are calm, gentle, and well-suited to family life — but it depends on the individual dog more than anything else. The shelter or rescue caring for each dog can tell you their specific history with children, cats, and other dogs before you apply. Many organizations offer meet-and-greets to make sure the match is right for everyone.
Know a senior dog in Florida who needs a home?
Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.