Duncun
Duncan is 10 yrs old and new to our rescue. Please check back for updates
Almost Home Dog Rescue of Ohio • Dublin, OH
Senior Collie dogs
Senior Collie dogs for adoption
Meet 9 adoptable senior Collie dogs (age 7+) from shelters and rescues across the country. Older dogs are often calm, house-trained, and ready to love from day one.
Meet 9 adoptable senior Collie dogs (age 7 and up) from shelters and rescues across the country. Senior Collies 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 Collie one of the most predictable and rewarding dogs you can welcome home.
Raine: Not At shelter
Raine's mom entrusted him to our care, after realizing her housing issues would be an issue for her dog. Raine headed to Seven Hills Wellness this mor…
Friends of Campbell County Animal Control • Rustburg, VA
Bandit
A COMPLETED APPLICATION IS REQUIRED BEFORE ANY CONVERSATION ABOUT ADOPTING FROM OUR ORGANIZATION. PLEASE GO TO OUR WEBSITE AT www.colliesheltierescue.…
Rocky Mountain Collie and Sheltie Rescue, Inc. • Pueblo West, CO
Koda and Niko
Koda and Niko have been together their whole lives and we are not going to separate them. :) Niko LOVES to give kisses and Koda likes to lay on the co…
2nd Chance 4 Life • Elizabethtown, PA
Bud
HI, I'M BUD! I'M PEOPLE, DOG AND EVEN CAT FRIENDLY. IF YOU'D LIKE TO MEE ME, PLEASE FILL OUT THE APPLICATION AT WWW.BARKVILLEDOGRESCUE.ORG/AP…
Barkville Dog Rescue • Roswell, GA
Charlie
Charlie is a good dog who got a bad start. We have no knowledge of his history and where he came from, but we are pretty sure he has not lived in a ho…
Collie Rescue, Inc • Chantilly, VA
Dai Mar
Meet Dai Mar – The Gentle Gentleman with a Playful Spark! Age: 12 years (13 in August) | Breed: Australian Shepherd/Cattle Dog Mix Weight: 66 lbs | Ad…
Grey Face Rescue & Retirement • St. Cloud, MN
HOLY COW
Holy Cow! Thatâs her nameâdonât wear it out! Holy Cow is a sweet older girl who loves being the star of the show. Sheâs not too keen on sharin…
Humane Society of Central Texas/City of Waco Animal Shelter • Waco, TX
Senior Collie dogs by state
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Adopting a senior Collie — 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 Collie?
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 Collie dogs a good fit for first-time adopters?
Often, yes. An older Collie 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.
Know a senior dog who needs a home?
Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.