T Bear
T Bear is a stunning 8 year old 13 pound red Pomeranian looking for his happily ever after! This boy is beyond SWEET! He loves all humans and wants to…
Peace Love and Poms Rescue • Lebanon, PA
Senior dogs in Pennsylvania
Meet 99 adoptable senior dogs (age 7+) in Pennsylvania. Each one is from a shelter or rescue and ready to give an older dog's quiet, grateful love. Showing 1–30 of 99 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 Pennsylvania 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.
T Bear is a stunning 8 year old 13 pound red Pomeranian looking for his happily ever after! This boy is beyond SWEET! He loves all humans and wants to…
Peace Love and Poms Rescue • Lebanon, PA
Hi! I'm Beau, a cute 6-year-old, 10-pound Pomeranian looking for my next great adventure of a forever home. I get along with my furry foster friends b…
Peace Love and Poms Rescue • Lebanon, PA
This lovely girl, after 10 years of waiting, is in search of her forever home. She is friendly with other dogs and has a heart of gold for people, too…
Furry Feet Rescue Inc. • Walnutport, PA
Age: 8 years Size: 5 lbs Estimated breed: Chihuahua Tori was found as a stray in a rural area, completely infested in fleas and anemic. She was never …
Nirvana Animal Rescue • PA
Hello! I am new to the shelter! Please keep checking my profile for updates as the staff gets to know me better! If this dog has been successful in ou…
Beaver County Humane Society • Center Township, PA
Chuckles is a 8 year old (but might be younger) and weighs 10.3 lbs. He was surrendered to our rescue due to owner problems and when he arrived at the…
Rescue Pets Serving Vets, Inc • Benton, PA
Meet Zeigh! ( I AM IN FOSTER)Zeigh is an 8-year-old neutered Pit Bull mix with a handsome white and tan coat and an even sweeter personality. After sp…
Beaver County Humane Society • Center Township, PA
Meet Muffin! Breed: Maltese Estimated DOB: 08/20/2018 Sex: Female (spayed) Weight: 6 lbs Currently up to date on all age appropriate vaccinationsThing…
To Love a Canine Rescue, Inc. • Kimberton, PA
Meet Eleanor! At 10 years old, Eleanor's world changed when her beloved owner became too ill to care for her. After spending her entire life with one …
Outcast Rescue • Catasauqua, PA
Looking for a tiny best friend with a big heart? Meet Tacha'i, a sweet senior Chihuahua who's ready to trade her difficult past for a cozy, loving fut…
Beaver County Humane Society • Center Township, PA
Hello my name is Smoky. I’m a lady of distinction with about 10 years of wisdom under my belt and weigh 12lbs. Most people say my beauty and sassy att…
Paws Across Pittsburgh • Springdale, PA
Fuecoco is a stunningly beautiful female Yorkie. She is as sweet as she is beautiful.
Camp Papillon Adoption & Rescue Inc • Stroudsburg, PA
I'm Lyric, a striking 8-year-old mixed breed with Australian Shepherd heritage, and I'm ready to find my forever home! 🐕 At 40 pounds, I'm the perfec…
Animal Care Sanctuary • East Smithfield, PA
Meet Kelce! Breed: Shepherd/Hound Mix DOB: 08/27/2017 Sex: Female (spayed) Weight: 80 lbs Currently up to date on all age appropriate vaccinationsThin…
To Love a Canine Rescue, Inc. • Kimberton, PA
Meet Mecca! Mecca is a friendly, energetic 2-year-old with enough love and enthusiasm for an entire neighborhood. She’s dog-social, super sweet, and a…
Animal Care Sanctuary • East Smithfield, PA
Sugar is named after her sweet personality! A 2- to 3-year-old Terrier mix, she weighs 30 pounds. Sugar is a girl who pays attention to everything; ju…
Crossing Paths Animal Rescue • Yardley, PA
Bella is a 4-year-old female hound/shepherd mix, about 45 pounds, with a sleek black coat and a very affectionate personality. She is house-trained, h…
Crossing Paths Animal Rescue • Yardley, PA
Bella is a 4-year-old female hound/shepherd mix, about 45 pounds, with a sleek black coat and a very affectionate personality. She is house-trained, h…
Crossing Paths Animal Rescue • Yardley, PA
🐾 Meet Poseidon 🐾 This handsome 1-year-old Border Collie mix is a gentle soul looking for a patient family to help him continue building confidence.…
Animal Care Sanctuary • East Smithfield, PA
Sierra spent most of her life living in complete filth with tank. She ended up in a shelter and when we saw her we knew we had to help them. Tank and …
2nd Chance 4 Life • Elizabethtown, PA
Meet Tom! A 4-year-old mixed breed with a happy-go-lucky approach to life and a strong desire for learning. Tom is always eager to please. Whether it'…
Animal Care Sanctuary • East Smithfield, PA
Meet Fifi! Fifi is an approximately 4 year old female Bichon mix, weighing about 15lbs. She has had a very unfortunate start to her life. She was resc…
Paws Across Pittsburgh • Springdale, PA
Meet Arty! She is a 2 yr old Boxer mix, weighing about 45 lbs. She is petite in size despite her weight! This beautiful mama raised her babies at a sh…
Paws Across Pittsburgh • Springdale, PA
NAME: Jenkins BREED: Yorkie/Schnauzer Mix BIRTHDAY: 2013 WEIGHT: 15lbs ADOPTION FEE: $200 Jenkins is the happiest little fellow we've ever met! His li…
Good Old Tails Senior Animal Rescue • Seven Valleys, PA
Looking for a little superstar to headline your home? Meet Billy Joel, a 10-year-old, 12-pound Jack Russell mix who's traded Madison Square Garden for…
Paws Across Pittsburgh • Springdale, PA
Heff is a 9 lb, 6-year-old Maltese who recently retired from a commercial breeding kennel. For most of his life, his only job was making puppies, so h…
Diane's Pet Rescue • Pottstown, PA
Romeo is a 7-year-old, 14-pound Shih Tzu who recently retired from a commercial breeding kennel. Unlike many dogs from his background, Romeo is a litt…
Diane's Pet Rescue • Pottstown, PA
☀️ Meet Nana Buttercup If you’re looking for a calm, gentle soul to share peaceful days with, Nana Buttercup may be your perfect match. This lovable 1…
PA Caring for K-9's • New Oxford, PA
MIKE & MOLLY are 7 yr old littermates (Schnauzer / Min Pin Mix) Who came to us when their owner passed away. They are both well adjusted and well take…
CompAnimals Pet Rescue Inc • Landenberg, PA
These organizations currently have at least one adoptable senior dog listed on Lily's Second Chance.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Yes. Most shelters and rescues in Pennsylvania welcome adopters from anywhere in the state, and some can arrange transport within Pennsylvania for the right match. Open a dog's profile to see the organization's contact details and ask them directly how their process works.
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.
Many shelters and rescues in Pennsylvania 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.
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.
Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.