Senior confirmed
ZOEY
Maricopa County Animal Care & Control - West Valley Animal Care Center • Phoenix, AZ
Senior Dachshund dogs
Senior Dachshund dogs for adoption
Meet 138 adoptable senior Dachshund 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 138 below.
Senior Dachshunds 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 Dachshund 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 Dachshund dogs
10+ years
MELODY
City of Houston, Bureau of Animal Regulation and Care • Houston, TX
10+ years
EVERETTE
City of Houston, Bureau of Animal Regulation and Care • Houston, TX
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
LOKI
Loki is convinced he was meant to be a lapdog, and he's always ready to curl up beside you for cuddles. This sweet boy loves being close to his people…
Animal Protective Association of Missouri • St. Louis, MO
10+ years
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
10+ years
Bob
Miri's Haven Senior Dog Rescue • Rockville, MD
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
Florence
Florence’s world changed in an instant. Her unhoused owner, while in cardiac arrest, was taken to the ER with her sitting in his lap. He did not survi…
Love Leo Rescue • Eugene, OR
Senior confirmed
DANTE
Why I'd make a great companion: ~Arf! My name is Dante and I weigh 18 LBS! ~I'm a little bashful when meeting new people, but don't let my shy first i…
Arizona Humane Society - Sunnyslope • Phoenix, AZ
Senior confirmed
10+ years
Senior confirmed
GEORGE
Why I'd make a great companion: ~Woof! My name is George and I weigh 13 LBS. ~I'm a seasoned professional in the art of cuddling, an expert blanket bu…
Arizona Humane Society - Campus for Compassion • Phoenix, AZ
Senior confirmed
10+ years
10+ years
Senior confirmed
10+ years
Billy
Meet Billy – Your Golden Years Best Friend! Looking for a loyal companion with a heart of gold? Meet Billy, a 12-year-old Dachshund mix weighing in at…
The Alternative Humane Society of Whatcom County • Bellingham, WA
10+ years
BB bonded to Abby
BB is a very sweet affectionate girl. She is a mini, long-haired Dachshund. She is very spoiled and loves to be petted. She is very bonded with her si…
Doggie Harmony • Atlanta, GA
10+ years
Super Senior Elmo - Salt Lake City
Elmo is on stray hold and will be getting a dental senior panel shots and microchip. dachshundrescueofutah.com to apply
Dachshund Rescue of Los Angeles • Los Angeles, CA
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
Red
Red is a happy go lucky little guy and is 8 years old and 13 pounds. He will fit in to many families and be a great companion. He is a lap dog that is…
Richardson Rescue • York, SC
Senior confirmed
Red Pepper
Meet the newest vegetable in our garden of dogs, Red Pepper! Red’s a 7 year old,12 pound, male dachshund who acts shy but has A LOT of personality. He…
Diamond Dachshund Rescue of Texas • San Antonio, TX
10+ years
10+ years
Senior confirmed
10+ years
Senior confirmed
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Adopting a senior Dachshund — 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 Dachshund?
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 Dachshund dogs a good fit for first-time adopters?
Often, yes. An older Dachshund 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 Dachshund 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 Dachshund?
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 Dachshund instead of adopting?
Many shelters and rescues offer a foster program, sometimes with a foster-to-adopt path. Fostering a senior Dachshund 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.