Senior confirmed
Dinghy
God's Dog's Rescue of TX for MD Transport stop • Baltimore, MD
Senior Chihuahua dogs in Maryland
Senior Chihuahua dogs for adoption in Maryland
Meet 19 adoptable senior Chihuahua dogs (age 7+) in Maryland. Each one is from a shelter or rescue and ready for a calm, loving home.
Older Chihuahuas in Maryland 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 Chihuahua in Maryland means welcoming a calm, grateful companion who can settle in from day one.
Last updated October 18, 2026 at 8:44 AM EDT. Listings refresh throughout the day. Always confirm a dog’s availability with the shelter or rescue before making plans.
Available senior Chihuahua dogs in Maryland
19 senior Chihuahua dogs available in Maryland.
Senior confirmed
Dinghy
Positive Interactions with Dogs · Positive Interactions with Kids · Recommendation: Older children due to high energy behaviors that may overwhelm you…
Maryland SPCA • Baltimore, MD
10+ years
Sunny
Four-Legged Forgotten Oldies Senior Animal Farm • Baldwin, MD
10+ years
Losty
Losty (A574681) and Frosty (A574683) are an adorable bonded pair of senior Chihuahuas searching for a quiet, loving home where they can enjoy their go…
Prince Georges County Animal Management Division • Forestville, MD
Senior confirmed
Pipsqueak
Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center • Derwood, MD
Frosty
Losty (A574681) and Frosty (A574683) are an adorable bonded pair of senior Chihuahuas searching for a quiet, loving home where they can enjoy their go…
Prince Georges County Animal Management Division • Forestville, MD
10+ years
Funeral Potatoes
Built like a potato, rides in style, and ready for retirement adventures. Meet Funeral Potatoes, a 12-year-old Chihuahua with a name almost as memorab…
Humane Society of Kent County Maryland Inc. • Chestertown, MD
10+ years
Casket Jones
Senior? Yes. Retired? Absolutely not. Casket Jones still has plenty of zoomies left! ❤️Meet Casket Jones, an 11-year-old long-haired Chihuahua who pro…
Humane Society of Kent County Maryland Inc. • Chestertown, MD
Senior confirmed
Tutu
This dog has been spayed/ neutered and is up to date on vaccines and preventatives · Crate Trained · Good with Dogs · Good with Kids · House trained
PetConnect Rescue • Potomac, MD
10+ years
10+ years
Senior confirmed
Solomon
NOTE- SOLOMON IS LISTED AS A COURTESY FOR AN INDIVIDUAL ASKING TO REHOME THEIR DOG. Solomon is a min pin and chihuahua mix I believe, and he loves to …
Reach Out Rescue & Resources • Westminster, MD
10+ years
Edgar
Miri's Haven Senior Dog Rescue • Rockville, MD
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
Princess
My name is Princess. I'm a little shy around strangers, but will warm up after I get to know you. I'm bonded to my brother Chato and need to be adopte…
Pet Rescue of Maryland • Monkton, MD
Senior confirmed
Chato
My name is Chato. I'm a little shy around strangers, but will warm up after I get to know you. Because I'm bonded to my sister, Princess and would lik…
Pet Rescue of Maryland • Monkton, MD
10+ years
Addie
Miri's Haven Senior Dog Rescue • Rockville, MD
10+ years
Misty
Miri's Haven Senior Dog Rescue • Rockville, MD
10+ years
Shadow
Miri's Haven Senior Dog Rescue • Rockville, MD
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Adopting a senior Chihuahua in Maryland — 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 in Maryland?
Open any dog's profile to see the shelter or rescue caring for them in Maryland, then use the adoption link or contact details to apply directly with that organization. Lily's Second Chance simply gathers senior Chihuahuas in one place so they're easier to find.
Are there always senior Chihuahua dogs available in Maryland?
Availability changes often as dogs are adopted and new ones are listed. If you don't see a senior Chihuahua in Maryland right now, check back soon or browse nearby states — new dogs are added regularly.
Can I adopt a senior Chihuahua from Maryland if I live elsewhere?
Often, yes. Many rescues and shelters in Maryland 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.
Guides to help you decide
Getting started
Why Adopt a Senior Dog? 7 Reasons Older Dogs Make Wonderful Companions
Senior dogs are often calm, house-trained, and overlooked at shelters. Here are seven honest reasons an older dog may be the best companion you ever bring home.
6 min readUnderstanding ageHow Old Is a "Senior" Dog? Senior Age by Breed and Size
A dog is not "old" at the same age across the board — size and breed change everything. Here is how to tell when a dog becomes a senior, and what it means for care.
5 min readCare & healthCaring for a Senior Dog: Health, Diet, and Everyday Comfort
How to keep an older dog healthy and comfortable — vet care, senior-appropriate diet, joint and dental health, exercise, and simple home adjustments that make a big difference.
8 min readKnow a senior Chihuahua in Maryland who needs a home?
Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.