10+ years
Senior Chihuahua dogs
Senior Chihuahua dogs for adoption
Meet 542 adoptable senior Chihuahua 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 1–30 of 542 below.
Senior Chihuahuas 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 Chihuahua one of the most predictable and rewarding dogs you can welcome home.
Last updated August 20, 2026 at 10:26 PM EDT. Listings refresh automatically, usually every 12 hours.
Available senior Chihuahua dogs
10+ years
10+ years
CINNAMON TOAST
I arrived at the shelter as a stray and I hope my family comes for me soon.
Humane Society of Broward County • Ft Lauderdale, FL
Senior confirmed
10+ years
RILEY
I am bonded with my friend, Henry, who I have lived with for many years. We would love to be adopted together.
Burlington Adoption Center • Haw River, NC
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
BAILEE
Maricopa County Animal Care & Control - West Valley Animal Care Center • Phoenix, AZ
Senior confirmed
10+ years
10+ years
10+ years
Senior confirmed
MUFFIN
To meet me, visit the Bradshaw Animal Shelter Tuesday-Sunday, Noon - 5:00 pm, Wednesdays, Noon - 6:00 pm. All adoptions are on a first-come, first-ser…
Sacramento County Animal Care and Regulation • Sacramento, CA
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
LILLY
Lilly is a shy girl* Lilly may do better in a quiet home* Lilly did well on her temperament test with a male Pug, a male Chihuahua, and a neutered Ter…
Moreno Valley Animal Shelter • Moreno Valley, CA
10+ years
10+ years
Senior confirmed
MOE
Maricopa County Animal Care & Control - West Valley Animal Care Center • Phoenix, AZ
10+ years
GRANDMAMA
Maricopa County Animal Care & Control - West Valley Animal Care Center • Phoenix, AZ
Senior confirmed
10+ years
GRAMPS
Riverside County Animal Control - Riverside Shelter • Riverside, CA
10+ years
PANCHO
Some dogs are naturally timid or shy, while others may not have learned to trust people while they were young. These dogs need to feel safe before the…
Thomas J. O'Connor Animal Control and Adoption Center • Springfield, MA
10+ years
10+ years
TINY TILLY
Maricopa County Animal Care & Control - East Valley Animal Care Center • Mesa, AZ
Senior confirmed
QUEEN
Maricopa County Animal Care & Control - West Valley Animal Care Center • Phoenix, AZ
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
Senior Chihuahua dogs by state
Other breeds
Adopting a senior Chihuahua — 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 Chihuahua?
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 Chihuahua dogs a good fit for first-time adopters?
Often, yes. An older Chihuahua 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 Chihuahua 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 Chihuahua?
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 Chihuahua instead of adopting?
Many shelters and rescues offer a foster program, sometimes with a foster-to-adopt path. Fostering a senior Chihuahua 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.