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Senior Great Dane dogs
Senior Great Dane dogs for adoption
Meet 24 adoptable senior Great Dane dogs (age 7+) from shelters and rescues across the country. Older dogs are often calm, house-trained, and ready to love from day one.
Senior Great Danes 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 Great Dane one of the most predictable and rewarding dogs you can welcome home.
Last updated August 21, 2026 at 12:26 AM EDT. Listings refresh automatically, usually every 12 hours.
Available senior Great Dane dogs
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Angel
Blues City Animal Rescue -DENVER, CO- Transport Stop • Denver, CO
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Cole
Have you ever met a dog that is just steals your heart the very moment you see them for the first time? Charming COLE is one such dog. He’s a handsome…
Animal Advocates • Pittsburgh, PA
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Nessie
Nessie will do best as the queen of her home, no other pets. She just needs a home of her own and out of the kennel facility to be able to relax. Very…
Our Lil' Bit of Heaven Animal Rescue and Sanctuary • Poland, IN
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Yoki
Maidens, VA | Transport may be availableYoki is a 7-year-old neutered Great Dane who is looking for a very specific kind of home—and we're hoping the …
SRGDRR Inc aka Save Rocky the Great Dane Rescue and Rehab • Bullard, TX
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TEACUP
Maricopa County Animal Care & Control - West Valley Animal Care Center • Phoenix, AZ
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HARRY
Old Soul, Happy HeartMeet Harry—a distinguished senior gentleman who's reached the wonderful stage of life where he knows exactly what he likes...and …
Sacramento County Animal Care and Regulation • Sacramento, CA
10+ years
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Optimus
Optimus is a very loving male 8 year old . He is looking for a home with a big screen TV and a comfy couch he can hang out with his new family. He is …
Great Dane Rescue of South Florida • Palm Beach, FL
10+ years
Brutus
This animal is a part of our “Seniors for Seniors” program where we offer senior adopters an opportunity to adopt an eligible pet at a discounted fee.…
Ruff Start Rescue • Princeton, MN
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Diesel
Diesel is a sweet older Great Dane mix dog. His vet estimated birth date is 2017. He weighs 77 pounds. He'd love taking walks and then coming home to …
Ruff Love Foster Care and Dog Rescue • Thomasville, NC
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Lulu
LuLu is a friendly, smart, and happy adult dog who’s always ready for her next adventure. This busy-body girl loves to stay on the move and would be a…
Randolph County Humane Society • Elkins, WV
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Hatch
LOCATION: Heath, TexasDOB: 11/26/2014 (Estimate)Hatch is a kind, loving Great Dane mix with a soft soul and a big heart. Estimated to be around eight …
SRGDRR Inc aka Save Rocky the Great Dane Rescue and Rehab • Bullard, TX
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Scoobie
Hello all, I am Scoobie! I am a 8-year-old, beautiful, black, Great Dane and sometimes I even act like I know it! My fommy always calls me hansum, she…
Angels Among Us Pet Rescue • Alpharetta, GA
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Joe Jackson
Animal Profile: Joe is a sweet, 80-lb Dane mix who turned 7 in April. He was originally adopted in 2020, but this past fall we received a call from a …
Dog Gone Seattle Rescue • Seattle, WA
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Blue (Bonded with Bear)
Bonded with Bear Classic velcro, do anything for love, goofball Dane!
The Big Mutt Network • Vail, AZ
10+ years
Taz
Hello! My name is Taz! I am a brindle and white male, 6-7 years old and weigh 68lbs. I am up-to-date on my shots, neutered, microchipped, and heart wo…
Dogs 2nd Chance • Munford, TN
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Bearon
Meet Bearon! This handsome hunk with beautiful eyes is a 7 -year-old, 65-pound Great Dane and Catahoula mix (we think). He's house- and crate-trained …
Angels Among Us Pet Rescue • Alpharetta, GA
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Adopting a senior Great Dane — 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 Great Dane?
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 Great Dane dogs a good fit for first-time adopters?
Often, yes. An older Great Dane 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 Great Dane 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 Great Dane?
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 Great Dane instead of adopting?
Many shelters and rescues offer a foster program, sometimes with a foster-to-adopt path. Fostering a senior Great Dane 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.