Senior confirmed
Norman
Meet Norman! With his soulful eyes, velvety-soft fur, and irresistible Basset charm, Norman is impossible not to love. This spunky 7-year-old Basset H…
Ohio Basset Hound Rescue. Inc • Brookville, OH
Senior Basset Hound dogs
Senior Basset Hound dogs for adoption
Meet 22 adoptable senior Basset Hound dogs (age 7+) from shelters and rescues across the country. Older dogs are often calm, house-trained, and ready to love from day one.
Senior Basset Hounds 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 Basset Hound one of the most predictable and rewarding dogs you can welcome home.
Last updated August 21, 2026 at 1:45 AM EDT. Listings refresh automatically, usually every 12 hours.
Available senior Basset Hound dogs
Senior confirmed
Omar aka Buddy
UPDATE on Buddy: This boy has a mouth of nasty teeth and may lose a bunch of them- which will cost almost $3000! He is probably older than 7 so we are…
North Texas Basset Hound Rescue, Inc. • Grapevine, TX
10+ years
TOBIAS
11 years old and blind, but does not miss a beat getting around his foster home and out in the yard. Thank you for your interest in adopting a rescued…
Tri-State Basset Hound Rescue • Milmay, NJ
Senior confirmed
10+ years
COAL
10 years old. Thank you for your interest in adopting a rescued Basset Hound! We ask all potential adopters to complete our application and approval p…
Tri-State Basset Hound Rescue • Milmay, NJ
Senior confirmed
Buzz
Buzz is a 9-year-old neutered male basset hound with a loving playful personality. Buzz's foster home has helped Buzz shed a few pounds, so he is more…
Golden Gate Basset Rescue • Petaluma, CA
10+ years
PETUNIA
11 years old and I would like to spend my senior years as an only dog, so that I get all the attention that I deserve. Thank you for your interest in …
Tri-State Basset Hound Rescue • Milmay, NJ
Senior confirmed
Skeeter
Skeeter is an 8 year old male basset hound .Friendly and sweet , loves kids,teens &adults, gets zoomies with other dogs,loves toys , doesn't bark much…
Buckeye Basset Hound Rescue • Columbus, OH
10+ years
Archie
Archie ended up back with us when his dad could no longer care for him. He is such a sweet boy and a little confused on what is going on. Archie does …
North Texas Basset Hound Rescue, Inc. • Grapevine, TX
10+ years
Heron
Looking for a silly, outgoing, spunky and fun-loving Basset Hound and Boston Terrier mix to brighten your days? Then Heron may just be your guy! Heron…
The Barking Lot • San Diego, CA
Senior confirmed
10+ years
Mini
Wanted: to meet my furever family. Are you looking to open your home to a new pet? Learn more about this pet and others near you looking to find their…
Woodstock Animal Foundation • Lexington, KY
10+ years
Vader
Wanted: to meet my furever family. Are you looking to open your home to a new pet? Learn more about this pet and others near you looking to find their…
Woodstock Animal Foundation • Lexington, KY
10+ years
Cookie Dough
Wanted: to meet my furever family. Are you looking to open your home to a new pet? Learn more about this pet and others near you looking to find their…
Woodstock Animal Foundation • Lexington, KY
10+ years
Cookie
Cookie is as sweet as can be and just a little old lady looking for a wonderful place to land. She needs a dental badly and to gain some weight but we…
North Texas Basset Hound Rescue, Inc. • Grapevine, TX
10+ years
10+ years
Senior confirmed
Theodore
North Texas Basset Hound Rescue, Inc. • Grapevine, TX
Senior confirmed
Hannah
Meet Hannah – The Gentle Matriarch Hannah is a beautiful 8-year-old Hound mix with a heart as big as her floppy ears! She’s a calm, well-behaved girl …
Rose Acres Rescue • Attalka, AL
Senior confirmed
Doc
North Texas Basset Hound Rescue, Inc. • Grapevine, TX
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
Odis
Meet Odis!! , a sweet 7-year-old Beagle/Basset mix who, through no fault of his own, has found himself at the shelter. We can’t understand why a wonde…
Trinity GAP Club • Euless, TX
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Adopting a senior Basset Hound — 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 Basset Hound?
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 Basset Hound dogs a good fit for first-time adopters?
Often, yes. An older Basset Hound 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 Basset Hound 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 Basset Hound?
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 Basset Hound instead of adopting?
Many shelters and rescues offer a foster program, sometimes with a foster-to-adopt path. Fostering a senior Basset Hound 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.