10+ years
William Gatlin
Adoption Donation $399 Located: New England (Transportation costs included to the Northeast , plz ask for more details ) Age: approx 12 years old Weig…
Friends of Homeless Animals, Inc. • Saunderstown, RI
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 211–240 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.
Last updated July 12, 2026 at 9:30 AM EDT. Listings refresh automatically, usually every 12 hours.
Available senior Chihuahua dogs
10+ years
Lil' Danielle
Lil' Danielle is a senior female Chihuahua at Danielle's Animal Safe Haven in Ashville, OH. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Danielle's Animal Safe Haven • Ashville, OH
Senior confirmed
Leela
Meet Leela! This beautiful soul is an 9-year-old, 12 lb Chihuahua mix who truly deserves a loving family to call her own. She can be a little shy at f…
I.C.A.R.E. Dog Rescue • Corona, CA
Senior confirmed
Rocky Brown
Age: 1.5 Years Sex: Neutered Male Estimated Breed: Chihuahua Mix Weight: 18 lbs Good with dogs?: No Good with cats?: Unknown Good with children?: Yes …
BARCs Rescue • Calgary, AB
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
Smokey the Bear
Smokey the Bear is a male Chihuahua/Terrier mix, a senior (over 7 years old) at Austin Pets Alive! in Austin, TX. Senior dogs make wonderful companion…
Austin Pets Alive! • Austin, TX
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
10+ years
Colby
Colby is a typical chi. He can be happy one minute and feisty the next. He is a bit stubborn as we have had problems getting him crate trained and we …
Misfits, Mutts and Meows, Inc. • Crescent, OK
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
10+ years
10+ years
10+ years
A552376
Lottie appears to be potty trained* Lottie loves treats* Lottie balances on her hind legs for treats* Lottie did well on her temperament test with a m…
Moreno Valley Animal Shelter • Moreno Valley, CA
Senior confirmed
10+ years
Senior confirmed
10+ years
10+ years
10+ years
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
10+ years
10+ years
10+ years
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
10+ years
10+ years
COSH
Cosh is a sensitive, senior guy who is looking for a home of his own. He is a pretty chill guy who enjoys a leisurely walk around the neighborhood and…
MSPCA - Boston Animal Care and Adoption Center • Boston, MA
10+ years
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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.