Senior confirmed
ROCKY
Rocky #A1956896 is an 8-year-old American Bulldog who recently returned to the shelter as a stray, and he’s ready to find his way back into a loving h…
Miami Dade Animal Services • Miami, 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 361–390 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
ROSY
ROSY is a senior female Pit Bull Terrier, large, at Miami Dade Animal Services in Miami, FL. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Miami Dade Animal Services • Miami, FL
Senior confirmed
GUEVITO
GUEVITO is a senior male Mastiff at Miami Dade Animal Services in Miami, FL. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Miami Dade Animal Services • Miami, FL
10+ years
Sara
Meet Sara! Born sometime in 2016. Sara is a 9-year-old grey-and-white pitbull mix. She arrived with her 5 pups from a cruelty case. Sara is great with…
Amazing Grace Bully Rescue • Milton, FL
Senior confirmed
ZEUS
ZEUS is a senior male Pit Bull Terrier, a large dog located at Osceola County Animal Services in St. Cloud, FL. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Osceola County Animal Services • St. Cloud, FL
10+ years
Rocky
Name: RockyBreed: mixed boxerAge: 11Vaccines: YesNeutered: noChip: noTemperament: not an angry dogEnjoys: cuddles / toys / soft blankets / sun bathing…
Paws 4 You Rescue • Miami, FL
Senior confirmed
ROCKY
Hiya! My name is Rocky. I am a nine-year-old Terrier mix. I am a sweet,easy-going guy. I am very affectionate and love being around people. Iam a suck…
Miami Dade Animal Services • Miami, FL
10+ years
Quing
Quing is a shaggy white sweetheart with an affectionate, loving personality. he is 11 years old and unfortunately, has a trachea issue. He requires da…
UFAR Animals Rescue • Margate, FL
Senior confirmed
COOJEE
COOJEE is a senior male German Shepherd Dog located in Miami, FL at Miami Dade Animal Services. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Miami Dade Animal Services • Miami, FL
Senior confirmed
Evie
Evie is full of life and energy and loves being with people! She is good with other dogs and not so good with cats, so she needs a home with no cats. …
Rebels Rescue Inc. • Tampa, FL
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
VIXON
Vixon is an independent senior lady who prefers to do her own thing. She isn’t particularly interested in human attention and values her personal spac…
Lake County Animal Services • Tavares, FL
Senior confirmed
Cookie
Name: Cookie Breed: PitbullAge: 8 years oldVaccines: Up-to-dateNeutered: YesChip: YesTemperament: calm, affectionate, greats everyone, including stran…
Paws 4 You Rescue • Miami, FL
10+ years
Lily
Lily found herself at the shelter after losing her humans. Since being rescued she has come out of her shell. She loves exploring her world through he…
Payton's Promise Sanctuary • Marathon, FL
10+ years
TYSON
Tyson starts off excited on the leash, but he settles into a nice rhythm and enjoys the stroll. This sweet pup absolutely loves being pet and is happi…
Miami Dade Animal Services • Miami, FL
Senior confirmed
NIKE
Nike is a quiet, easygoing pup who enjoys doing his own thing. He’s got a gentle play style and low energy. Nike may not be the life of the party, but…
Miami Dade Animal Services • Miami, FL
10+ years
Bella
Bella is a loving senior girl who thrives on companionship and gentle routine. She is incredibly sweet, enjoys being near her person, and simply wants…
A Second Chance Puppies and Kittens Rescue • Royal Palm Beach, FL
Senior confirmed
CHANCE
If you’re looking for a laid-back best friend, Chance might just be your perfect match. This easygoing guy is the ultimate couch potato. Chance is def…
Lake County Animal Services • Tavares, FL
10+ years
HERSHEL
HERSHEL is a large senior male Siberian Husky at Manatee County Animal Services in Palmetto, FL. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Manatee County Animal Services • Palmetto, FL
Senior confirmed
SAMSON
SAMSON is a male Cane Corso Mastiff senior at Manatee County Animal Services in Palmetto, FL. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Manatee County Animal Services • Palmetto, FL
Senior confirmed
BILLY
Meet Billy! Billy is a 7-year-old American Bulldog mix. He loves to say hi, make new friends, and then settle in by your side to take in the world aro…
Miami Dade Animal Services • Miami, FL
10+ years
Lucky
10 year old 8 pound chihuahua Sweet boy Good with older children and other dogs Happy boy he does not like a lot of commotion He’d prefer a quieter ho…
Dachshund Rescue South Florida • Weston, FL
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Golda
When we first met Golda we were told that based on the limited testing the shelter was able to do that it appeared Golda was in late stages of heart f…
Swamp Haven Rescue, Inc. • Saint Augustine, FL
Senior confirmed
Daisy - F
We take the dogs that are adopted down...so if a dog is on the website they are available. Obedience training and fully fenced in yard is required for…
Heidi's Legacy Dog Rescue • Tampa, FL
Senior confirmed
CHARLIE
1/20/26 - KRTook Charlie to an event on 1/17 loves people and children! he is also a very good treat catcher! Charlie would make a great companion at …
Miami Dade Animal Services • Miami, FL
Senior confirmed
THEO
Theo, a 7-year-old terrier mix, loves cuddles and relaxing with his people. He’s calm, potty trained, and great on a leash. He prefers being the only …
Miami Dade Animal Services • Miami, FL
Senior confirmed
SARGENTO
Sargento is a sweet boy who loves people and just wants to be by your side. He has a gentle heart and is ready to share all his love with a forever fa…
Miami Dade Animal Services • Miami, FL
10+ years
LILO
LILO is a senior female Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler, medium size, located in Naples, FL at Collier County Domestic Animal Services. Senior dogs …
Collier County Domestic Animal Services • Naples, FL
Senior confirmed
LOUIE
This calm, gentle senior boy is the definition of a lovable companion. Louie is a laid-back sweetheart who enjoys nothing more than gentle pets, tasty…
Lake County Animal Services • Tavares, FL
10+ years
ZOE
Zoe is a confident, independent girl with a curious spirit and a heart that warms up on her own time. She enjoys exploring the world at her own pace—n…
Lake County Animal Services • Tavares, 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.