Senior confirmed
Marley
Santa Barbara Humane, Santa Maria Campus • Lompoc, CA
Senior Australian Cattle Dog dogs in California
Senior Australian Cattle Dog dogs for adoption in California
Meet 18 adoptable senior Australian Cattle Dog dogs (age 7+) in California. Each one is from a shelter or rescue and ready for a calm, loving home.
Older Australian Cattle Dogs in California are often passed over for puppies, yet they're usually house-trained, settled in temperament, and ready to bond right away — and because they're fully grown, you already know their size and personality. Adopting a senior Australian Cattle Dog in California means welcoming a calm, grateful companion who can settle in from day one.
Last updated August 21, 2026 at 12:26 AM EDT. Listings refresh automatically, usually every 12 hours.
10+ years
Julianne
Los Angeles Adoption Search Dogs Julianne Email Me Info Share Adopt me Email Me Info Share Adopt Julianne Adopt Dog, looks like Cattle Dog, Australian…
Best Friends Animal Society — Los Angeles • Los Angeles, CA
Senior confirmed
10+ years
TEMPA
Meet Tempa, the 13 year old Australian Cattle dog mix. Tempa came into the Shelter after some previous guardians were unable to continue caring for he…
Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter • Santa Cruz, CA
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
At Risk
Nelly
Welcome Nelly from Bradshaw Animal Services. Nelly hit the jackpot just in the nick of time with her foster and savior. This senior was almost out of …
Central Coast Herding Dog Rescue • Paso Robles, CA
Senior confirmed
PICKLES
Meet Pickles, the 7 year old male herding breed mix. Pickles came to the Shelter after the guardian passed away and the other family members were unab…
Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter • Santa Cruz, CA
Senior confirmed
PENELOPE
Santa Barbara County Animal Services - Santa Barbara • Santa Barbara, CA
Senior confirmed
HARRISON
#A5788465 Say hello to Harrison , an 8-year-old Terrier/Cattle Dog mix with a distinguished salt-and-pepper muzzle and the sweetest soul to match. Thi…
United Hope for Animals • Pasadena, CA
Senior confirmed
FALCON
Santa Barbara County Animal Services - Santa Maria • Santa Maria, CA
Senior confirmed
10+ years
CHICHI
ChiChi is a gentle soul with a tender heart and a delightful spark of playfulness. When she first came to the shelter, she was quiet, unsure, and over…
Fremont (Tricity) Animal Shelter • Fremont, CA
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
Borris
Borris. This mellow guy loves cuddles, sofa time, toys, bones, and mealtime. He enjoys walks and car rides, and would thrive in a calm home. He’d be h…
Every Pet's Dream • Santa Clara, CA
10+ years
Senior confirmed
Desert Dog White Knight
Apprx 6-7 year old White Knight lived with a group of 15 other dogs in the desert for several years after their owner died. A good samaritan visited t…
Cause for SB Paws • San Bernardino, CA
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Adopting a senior Australian Cattle Dog in California — 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 Australian Cattle Dog in California?
Open any dog's profile to see the shelter or rescue caring for them in California, then use the adoption link or contact details to apply directly with that organization. Lily's Second Chance simply gathers senior Australian Cattle Dogs in one place so they're easier to find.
Are there always senior Australian Cattle Dog dogs available in California?
Availability changes often as dogs are adopted and new ones are listed. If you don't see a senior Australian Cattle Dog in California right now, check back soon or browse nearby states — new dogs are added regularly.
Can I adopt a senior Australian Cattle Dog from California if I live elsewhere?
Often, yes. Many rescues and shelters in California arrange or help coordinate transport for the right adopter, while others prefer a local meet-and-greet first. Open a dog's profile and ask the organization directly how their out-of-area adoption process works.
Know a senior Australian Cattle Dog in California who needs a home?
Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.