10+ years
Amy
Amy is a volunteer favorite :) She loves everybody she meets and will soak up all the attention she can get :) Amy has lots of lumps and bumps but hey…
2nd Chance 4 Life • Elizabethtown, PA
Senior Chihuahua dogs
Senior Chihuahua dogs for adoption
Meet 441 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 361–390 of 441 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.
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Available senior Chihuahua dogs
10+ years
Whitney
Whitney is a gentle 14-year-old boy who’s looking for a calm, loving home to spend his golden years. He has a sweet, easygoing personality and enjoys …
2nd Chance 4 Life • Elizabethtown, PA
10+ years
Douglas
At 13 years young, Douglas has perfected the art of enjoying life’s simple pleasures — and he’s hoping to find someone to share them with. This charmi…
Polka Dogz Pet REscue, INc. • oakland, FL
Senior confirmed
OMARI
OMARI is a senior male Chihuahua, small in size, at San Bernardino City Animal Control in San Bernardino, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
San Bernardino City Animal Control • San Bernardino, CA
10+ years
Libby
Snoopy (13) and Libby (14) are a bonded pair of senior sweethearts who recently lost their beloved mom, a dedicated member of our Haven to Home foster…
Haven to Home Canine Rescue • Berwick, PA
Senior confirmed
FLIT
Excited to find your new family member at Wags and Whiskers? Our pets are vaccinated, microchipped, and spayed/neutered. Many come from unknown backgr…
Wags and Whiskers Pet Rescue • Chico, CA
Senior confirmed
Bea
Bea is a sweet, loving, headstrong cautious 7 yr old chi mix, who came to rescue as an owner surrender. Once she warms up to you she will be your best…
All Paws Rescue, Inc. • O Fallon, MO
Senior confirmed
Dominic
Dominic is a big personality in a tiny package. When he gets excited, he jumps like a little goat, and his tongue—somehow longer than the rest of his …
Ruff Start Rescue • Princeton, MN
Senior confirmed
Amaryllis
Amaryllis is a gentle, affectionate girl who will make a wonderful family and companion pet. While she is still building trust with people, she has al…
Ruff Start Rescue • Princeton, MN
Senior confirmed
Lady JellyBean
Lady Jellybean is a spunky 7 year old scruffy mixed breed whose personality is that of a cat trapped in a little dog's body! This little (only 6lbs!!!…
Operation Pets Alive • The Woodlands, TX
Senior confirmed
Betty
Betty is a little bit older with a wonderful personality that is already established. She was found wandering and was taken in and suddenly, had a pup…
Love of Animals, Inc. • Visalia, CA
Senior confirmed
CHARLIE
Charlie is a 7-year-old male Chihuahua mix who is sweet, gentle, and full of love He’s a calm little companion who enjoys cuddles and would love a coz…
UFAR Animals Rescue • Margate, FL
Senior confirmed
Bruce Barrow
Bruce Barrow is a 6-year-old, 11.5 pound, small mixed breed (maybe Min Pin - Chihuahua - terrier?) whose soft spirit makes him impossible not to love.…
Angels Among Us Pet Rescue • Alpharetta, GA
Senior confirmed
TONY
TONY is a senior male Chihuahua, medium size, currently at North Central Animal Care and Control in Los Angeles, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful compan…
North Central Animal Care and Control • Los Angeles, CA
10+ years
Bear
BEAR AND REBEL ARE ADORABLE SENIORS. THEY COME AS A READY-MADE-PAIR THAT ARE COMFORTABLE, COMPATIBLE AND DEEPLY CONNECTED. PLEASE ALSO VIEW HIS BUDDY …
Best Friend Pet Adoption • Cary, NC
10+ years
Rebel
REBEL AND BEAR ARE ADORABLE SENIORS. THEY COME AS A READY-MADE-PAIR THAT ARE COMFORTABLE, COMPATIBLE AND DEEPLY CONNECTED. PLEASE ALSO VIEW HIS BUDDY …
Best Friend Pet Adoption • Cary, NC
Senior confirmed
JAKE
Excited to find your new family member at Wags and Whiskers? Our pets are vaccinated, microchipped, and spayed/neutered. Many come from unknown backgr…
Wags and Whiskers Pet Rescue • Chico, CA
Senior confirmed
BEAR
Excited to find your new family member at Wags and Whiskers? Our pets are vaccinated, microchipped, and spayed/neutered. Many come from unknown backgr…
Wags and Whiskers Pet Rescue • Chico, CA
10+ years
Willow (Chihuahua)
Meet Willow. Willow is a lively 11 + year-old, 23 lb senior gal chihuahua mix who still has plenty of spark and curiosity. While she seems to be a one…
Second Chance Dog Rescue • San Diego, CA
10+ years
Maxie
This sweet gal is Maxie. Maxie lost her owner and ended up in a shelter. She had been through so much and when she came to us, we found out she was He…
HOPE FOR ANIMALS (formerly CCCARL; Clear Creek County Animal Rescue League) • Georgetown, CO
10+ years
Mocha
Meet Mocha — a gentle soul with a heart full of love. ☕ At 14 years young, Mocha has already lived quite a life. She came to us from an overcrowded ho…
Mountain Mama Pyrs and Pups • MIDWAY, UT
10+ years
Courage
Courage is an absolute sweetheart who just wants to be loved! His past was rough but we are looking forward to making the rest of his life AMAZING!!!!
2nd Chance 4 Life • Elizabethtown, PA
10+ years
Roofus
Roofus is the sweetest most gentle boy! He loves receiving pets and loves getting attention. He did not have a good start to life but he doesn't let t…
2nd Chance 4 Life • Elizabethtown, PA
10+ years
Wishbone
Wishbone is LOVING life now!!! Soaking up every moment of snuggles, comfort, and joy. But his journey didn’t start that way. He came from a very bad s…
2nd Chance 4 Life • Elizabethtown, PA
Senior confirmed
Casper & Tubbz
Casper and Tubbz are two sweet sweet boys. Casper likes to stay close to his people and Tubbz likes to do his own thing :) They love to play together …
2nd Chance 4 Life • Elizabethtown, PA
Senior confirmed
LUMA
Excited to find your new family member at Wags and Whiskers? Our pets are vaccinated, microchipped, and spayed/neutered. Many come from unknown backgr…
Wags and Whiskers Pet Rescue • Chico, CA
Senior confirmed
Coco
PHOENIX METRO AREA ONLY* Meet Coco… this gentle, middle-aged Chihuahua sweetheart is searching for a soft place to land. At about 6 years old and 12 p…
Pathways Home Animal Rescue • Phoenix, AZ
Senior confirmed
Barney
Barney is a quiet boy. He does have a bit of anxiety. He came in with another dog, and would do best in a home with another dog. He is a bit slow to w…
Misfits, Mutts and Meows, Inc. • Crescent, OK
Senior confirmed
Carlo
Carlo Gizmo is a lovingly cuddly companion with big feelings about certain particulars in his world. He LOVES napping next to you on the couch and is …
Ruff Start Rescue • Princeton, MN
10+ years
Blanche
Blanche may be a 12-year-old, 10-pound senior, but don’t let the dainty frame fool you—she was a bona fide badass in her prime and still carries that …
Mutts in Need • Newport Beach, CA
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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.