Senior confirmed
APOLLO
Hi, I’m Apollo! (#A2235159)I’m a gentle, moderate-energy guy who recently returned to the shelter after four years in a home. I’ve rejoined playgroups…
Miami Dade Animal Services • Miami, FL
Senior American Bulldog dogs
Senior American Bulldog dogs for adoption
Meet 87 adoptable senior American Bulldog dogs (age 7+) from shelters and rescues across the country. Older dogs are often calm, house-trained, and ready to love from day one. Showing 61–87 of 87 below.
Senior American Bulldogs are often overlooked in favor of puppies, yet they're frequently house-trained, settled in temperament, and ready to bond immediately. Because they're fully grown, you already know roughly how big they are and what they're like — making an older American Bulldog one of the most predictable and rewarding dogs you can welcome home.
Last updated July 12, 2026 at 9:30 AM EDT. Listings refresh automatically, usually every 12 hours.
Available senior American Bulldog dogs
Senior confirmed
DRACO
He might not be a wizard, but he can make treats disappear! Draco is a 7-year-old charmer who’s equal parts playful and affectionate. He knows how to …
Miami Dade Animal Services • Miami, FL
10+ years
Bluey (Garrett)
Mr Garrett is most precious, laid back, easy going boy. If he were a human, he’d be wearing his smoking jacket, holding a pipe, reading a favorite boo…
Weatherford Wags • Weatherford, TX
Senior confirmed
MARTIAN
Look at this hunk of a dog! Martian is a 67-pound American Bulldog Mix who is in foster care. He loves to chill on the couch and get cuddles from his …
Humane Society of Central Texas/City of Waco Animal Shelter • Waco, TX
Senior confirmed
Rodeo
Meet Rodeo! ☀️ Looking for a big, lovable goofball who’s full of heart and eager to connect? Meet Rodeo—one of our incredible deaf dogs, and truly a o…
Rescue Ranch • Yreka, CA
Senior confirmed
Grady
Grady is a senior male American Bulldog, medium size, located in Weatherford, TX at Weatherford Wags. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Weatherford Wags • Weatherford, TX
Senior confirmed
Maddie
Breed: American Bull Dog / Pit Bull Terrier X DOB:4/2019 Gender: female Altered: yes Coat: medium Size: large Color(s): black /white Description: ***N…
Canine Adoption and Rescue League • Ventura, CA
10+ years
Jake McCleod
If loyalty had a face, it would look like Jake. He’s been waiting… through seasons, through noise, through days that all blur together on concrete flo…
Animal Rescue Fund of MS • Jackson, MS
Senior confirmed
Sporty Spots
Sporty Spots is a very handsome Saint Bernard American Bulldog mix that weighs about 80 pounds! He absolutely loves people and loves to get attention …
Ozzie and Friends Rescue Inc • Inglewood, CA
10+ years
Odie
Even though Odie was abandoned by his previous family, he still loves people. He gets along with other dogs and children. He is high energy and hasn't…
Rainbow Animal Rescue, Inc • Norfolk, VA
10+ years
ROCKO
We'll let Rocko's foster tell it best: Rocko is extremely laid back. He's really happy to hang out or go for a ride or a hike or a walk or just chill …
Fulton County Animal Services • Atlanta, GA
10+ years
Maggie Jane
Maggie Jane (goes by Meggie) is a playful and happy american bulldog mix, born on 4-26-14 weighing 69lbs. She is full of personality and loves everyon…
Barkville Dog Rescue • Roswell, GA
Senior confirmed
GOLDIE
Not only am I gold on the outside, but on the inside too! I'm filled to brim with pure ooey-gooey golden goodness, and I love to prove that to my huma…
Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League of the Palm Beaches, Inc. • West Palm Beach, FL
10+ years
Bodie
Goober alert! Bodie is all puppy inside his brain. He is curious about absolutely everything, and follows that curiosity beyond reason. When he gets h…
Calhoun County Humane Society, Inc. • Anniston, AL
Urgent Need
Jamison
Jamison ---- There’s a photo of Jamison playing with another dog… It’s from years ago. Back when the world felt bigger. Back before days turned into y…
Animal Rescue Fund of MS • Jackson, MS
10+ years
Khaula
black and white small bully mix. very sweet and energetic
Animal Rescue Fund of MS • Jackson, MS
10+ years
Senior confirmed
Mila Luna
HI, I'M MILA! I'M KID AND DOG FRIENDLY. I AM HIGHLY TRAINED AND KNOW MANY COMMANDS. TO MEET ME,PLEASE APPLY AT WWW.BARKVILLEDOGRESCUE.ORG/APPLICATIONS…
Barkville Dog Rescue • Roswell, GA
Senior confirmed
MATT
MATT is a male American Bulldog, large and listed as a senior, located in Greensbo, NC at Guilford County Animal Services. Senior dogs make wonderful …
Guilford County Animal Services • Greensbo, NC
10+ years
Willamena
Meet Willamena! Willamena is an 11-year-old, American Bulldog mix who is a big, ole goofball. Her smile can light up a room and her eyes let you know …
Angels Among Us Pet Rescue • Alpharetta, GA
Senior confirmed
PUP PUP
PUP PUP is a senior male American Bulldog, medium size, located in Gainesville, FL at Alachua County Animal Services. Senior dogs make wonderful compa…
Alachua County Animal Services • Gainesville, FL
Senior confirmed
Ava Ariel
Ava Ariel (aka Hazel Gray) is an adorable bulldog mix, born on 9-15-17, weighing 65lbs. She is best described as an absolute love bug and a total swee…
Barkville Dog Rescue • Roswell, GA
Senior confirmed
PONGO
Give a dog a pool and he'll swim forever! Pongo is our resident water dog that loves to play, fetching toys out of the water every time we throw them …
Lake County Animal Services • Tavares, FL
10+ years
Pluto
All dogs on the Best Friend Pet Adoption website ARE available and require an approved Best Friend Pet Adoption application before you can be consider…
Best Friend Pet Adoption • Cary, NC
10+ years
Gunther
My name is Gunther. It means Warrior. I’m a little older guy who’s been through some stuff. When I came here, I was so sick. I had an upper-respirator…
Animal Rescue Carolina, Inc. • Columbia, SC
Senior confirmed
Porkchop
Porkchop!! This handsome dude is around 7 years old, and 60 pounds of personality! Porkchop is seeking a super stable home, with an experienced dog ow…
Last Hope Animal Rescue • Cedar Rapids, IA
10+ years
Deitz
Deitz is an Old American bulldog mix who is true to his breed. He was born in 2013. When he is not playing hard, he just wants to cuddle and warning..…
One Dog at a Time ODAAT • Lewistown, PA
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Adopting a senior American Bulldog — 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 American Bulldog?
Open a dog's profile to see the shelter or rescue caring for them, then follow the adoption link or contact details to apply directly with that organization.
Are senior American Bulldog dogs a good fit for first-time adopters?
Often, yes. An older American Bulldog is usually past the high-energy puppy stage and may already know basic commands, which can make ownership easier to ease into. Each profile and shelter can tell you about that dog's individual personality and needs.
Why adopt a senior dog instead of a puppy?
Senior dogs are calmer, usually house-trained, and let you skip the chewing and sleepless nights — and because they are the hardest to place, adopting one can quite literally save a life that might otherwise run out of time.
Are senior American Bulldog dogs good with children or other pets?
It depends on the individual dog more than the breed alone. Each dog's profile and the shelter or rescue caring for them can tell you about their history with kids, cats, or other dogs. Senior dogs are often calmer and more predictable than puppies, which can make reading compatibility easier before you commit.
How much does it cost to adopt a senior American Bulldog?
Adoption fees vary by shelter and rescue, but senior dogs are frequently discounted or even sponsored — because they wait the longest, many organizations offer reduced fees or cover initial vet care. Open a dog's profile and ask the organization directly for their current fee and what it includes.
Can I foster a senior American Bulldog instead of adopting?
Many shelters and rescues offer a foster program, sometimes with a foster-to-adopt path. Fostering a senior American Bulldog gets them out of a kennel and into a calm home — which is especially beneficial for older dogs who find shelter life stressful. Ask the organization on any dog's profile whether fostering is an option.
Know a senior dog who needs a home?
Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.