10+ years
Fanny
Sweet little Fanny was surrendered for adoption when her owner could no longer care for her due to health challenges. She arrived with her beloved bon…
Animal Refuge Center • North Fort Myers, 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 151–180 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
10+ years
Pablo
Meet Pablo ❤️ Pablo’s story started with uncertainty—based on information from social media, we believe he may have been abandoned in the Three Waters…
Amazing Grace Bully Rescue • Milton, FL
Senior confirmed
Maggie FH
Meet Maggie Adorable Maggie is a sweet and loving companion who loves being with her people. All she needs is someone to give her a day or so to warm …
Pet Rescue By Judy • Sanford, FL
10+ years
COQUITO
COQUITO is a large male American Bulldog/Labrador Retriever senior at Miami Dade Animal Services in Miami, FL. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Miami Dade Animal Services • Miami, FL
10+ years
DRAKE
Drake is a sweet 12-year-old Shih Tzu with a calm, gentle soul. He loves relaxing, soaking up attention, and being your loyal little companion.
UFAR Animals Rescue • Margate, FL
Senior confirmed
FRANKIE
Frankie is a 9-year-old small terrier with a gentle soul. He’s friendly and wants love, but the shelter environment has him feeling scared and unsure.…
UFAR Animals Rescue • Margate, FL
10+ years
BROWNIE
SPONSORED BY PET PROJECT**The Pet Project will provide food, annual vaccinations, heartworm medication, flea and tick medication and reduced cost vete…
Broward County Animal Care & Regulation - Ft. Lauderdale • Fort Lauderdale, FL
10+ years
BARNEY
Hiya! My name is Barney. I am a nine-year-old Labrador Retriever mix. Iam a serene spirit. I am calm, gentle and sweet as pie. I walk very nicelyon a …
Miami Dade Animal Services • Miami, FL
10+ years
Lincoln
They say you can’t buy love, but you can certainly adopt it, and this sweet twelve-year-old Labrador Retriever is living proof. After being unexpected…
The Milk Drunk Foundation • Oakland Park, FL
Senior confirmed
LADY
LADY is a large senior female German Shepherd Dog at Miami Dade Animal Services in Miami, FL. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Miami Dade Animal Services • Miami, FL
Senior confirmed
Sasha
Need a cuddly lovebug? Then Sasha might be your girl. Sasha is a nine year old, beagle, Bassett hound, shar pei, according to her DNA. She loves to wa…
Ayla's Acres No-Kill Animal Rescue • St. Augustine, FL
Senior confirmed
NALA
NALA is a senior female Siberian Husky, medium size, currently at Miami Dade Animal Services in Miami, FL. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Miami Dade Animal Services • Miami, FL
Senior confirmed
BUD
BUD is a senior male German Shepherd Dog (large) at Manatee County Animal Services in Palmetto, FL. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Manatee County Animal Services • Palmetto, FL
10+ years
LIBERTY
LIBERTY is a senior female Labrador Retriever, a large dog currently at Miami Dade Animal Services in Miami, FL. Senior dogs make wonderful companions…
Miami Dade Animal Services • Miami, FL
Senior confirmed
Kira
You can apply for Kira at https://ladyluckanimalrescue.wufoo.com/forms/canine-adoption-agreement-and-application/ ❤️ Kira is a 4 Year Old Female, 70 l…
Lady Luck Animal Rescue, Inc. • Lighthouse Point, FL
10+ years
COURTESY POST: Yoda
Name: Yoda Breed: PitbullAge: 6yearsVaccines: up to dateNeutered: NOChip: No Temperament: calm and playfulEnjoys: playing outside with toysPotty train…
Paws 4 You Rescue • Miami, FL
10+ years
Belle Starr
Belle is a sweet, happy senior girl with a classic beagle personality. She’s been working hard on losing weight and takes her smaller meals like a cha…
Tampa Bay Beagle Rescue, Inc. • Tampa, FL
Senior confirmed
TOBI JR aka Oreo
Tobi Jr. is a spirited Jack Russell Terrier, just under 7 years old. He’s playful, smart, and full of personality—ready to bring energy and love to hi…
UFAR Animals Rescue • Margate, FL
10+ years
Action Jackson
updated 4/11: Meet Jackson – Your Perfect “Old Soul with a Young Heart” Companion Looking for a dog who’s the best of both worlds? Meet Jackson, a 10-…
The London Sanctuary • Glen St Mary, FL
10+ years
Sir Bailey
12 years old 46 pound standard dachshund mix Sweet and happy boy Good with other dogs Good with all people Sir Bailey has cushings and it is well regu…
Dachshund Rescue South Florida • Weston, FL
Senior confirmed
MOLLY
Update from Molly's foster :Molly has been with us since September 2025 and she is a wonderful dog. Here are my notes about her, in no particular orde…
Marion County Animal Services • Ocala, FL
10+ years
George (aka Franklin III)
Sweet Boy George is a 10 year old beagle looking for his forever home. When he first came into rescue three years ago, he was a sweet boy with some an…
Tampa Bay Beagle Rescue, Inc. • Tampa, FL
10+ years
Brady
Brady is a super friendly boy who is all about fun, play, and affection. He is a happy, energetic, spirited boy, usually with his tail wagging, who lo…
Shih Tzu Rescue, Inc. • Weston, FL
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
Luna
Lived with Dogs · Knows Basic Commands · Crate Trained · Sponsored Adoption- Other · Staycation Eligible
Jacksonville Humane Society • Jacksonville, FL
Senior confirmed
Lori ( Lady)
Lori (Lady) is a senior female Terrier / Terrier at the Humane Society of Tampa Bay in Tampa, FL. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Humane Society of Tampa Bay • Tampa, FL
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
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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.