Senior Yorkshire Terrier Yorkie dogs
Senior Yorkshire Terrier Yorkie dogs for adoption
Meet 64 adoptable senior Yorkshire Terrier Yorkie 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 64 adoptable senior Yorkshire Terrier Yorkie dogs (age 7 and up) from shelters and rescues across the country. Senior Yorkshire Terrier Yorkies 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 Yorkshire Terrier Yorkie one of the most predictable and rewarding dogs you can welcome home.
Buddy
This sweet senior gentleman is looking for a soft place to land and a family to love. Buddy is an 11-year-old Yorkie mix weighing approximately 14 pou…
Island Dog Adoption Network • Virginia Beach, VA
ALPIN
* Alpin walks well on a leash* Alpin appears to be potty trained* Alpin is a cuddly boy* Alpin did well on his temperament test with a male Chihuahua …
Moreno Valley Animal Shelter • Moreno Valley, CA
Cookie
Cookie was an owner surrender stated to be between 7 and 8 years old. He's a sweet boy but needs time to warm up to people. Cookie has been brought up…
3 Hearts 4 Paws Animal Rescue • Morganville, NJ
Coco
Meet Coco! If you are looking for a gentle, low-key companion to bring a sense of calm and warmth into your life, I might just be the perfect match fo…
Yorkie911 Rescue, Inc. • North Babylon, NY
Smoky
Hello my name is Smoky. I’m a lady of distinction with about 10 years of wisdom under my belt and weigh 12lbs. Most people say my beauty and sassy att…
Paws Across Pittsburgh • Springdale, PA
PEBBLES
Prince Georges County Animal Management Division • Forestville, MD
BARBARA
Maricopa County Animal Care & Control - West Valley Animal Care Center • Phoenix, AZ
Zeldi June (NEW INTAKE - NOT YET AVAIL)
NOT YET TAKING APPLICATIONS – NOT YET AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION NEW INTAKE 6/18/2026: Zeldi June - female - 9 years old - 9.2 pounds - Yorkie Reason for …
Ninna's Road to Rescue • Benton, LA
Fuecoco
Fuecoco is a stunningly beautiful female Yorkie. She is as sweet as she is beautiful.
Camp Papillon Adoption & Rescue Inc • Stroudsburg, PA
Duncan
Meet Duncan! This adorable 8-year-old Yorkie weighs just 10 pounds and is full of love. Friendly, happy, and always ready for cuddles, Duncan is the p…
Friends of Orange County's Homeless Pets • Menifee, CA
Cooper & Buddy - COURTESY BONDED PAIR
Cooper & Buddy are a courtesy listing, not in the AARF foster program, and we are posting online to help the owner find a home for them. Please visit …
A.A.R.F. - All About Rescue and Fixin' Inc. • Cookeville, TN
Sunni
Sunni is an 8 year old Yorkie mix, he weighs 9.6 pounds. Sunni's human mommy had to give him up for health reasons and we want to find him the perfect…
Surry Animal Rescue • Mount Airy, NC
San Marcos Bella TX
When Bella's owner passed away, she was surrendered to a shelter in Texas. She has now been rescued and is in a NorthStar foster home. Bella is a spay…
Northstar Pet Rescue • Boonton, NJ
San Marcos Coco TX
When Coco's owner passed away, he was surrendered to a shelter in Texas. He has now been rescued and is in a NorthStar foster home. He is a neutered m…
Northstar Pet Rescue • Boonton, NJ
Kerfuffle
Kerfuffle is an 11-pound, 9-year-old Yorkie mix. Though he’s a bit scared and cautious right now, with patience and kindness, Kerfuffle will warm up t…
Polka Dogz Pet REscue, INc. • oakland, FL
Truffle
Meet Truffle! This gentle sweetheart is the best little companion anyone could ask for. She is affectionate, easy-going and just darling. She loves al…
Saving Great Animals • Bellevue, WA
Winston
Meet Winston! Winston is a 9-year-old, approximately 12 lb Yorkie with the looks and spirit of a dog half his age. Winston loves to play and is always…
Second Chance Dog Rescue • San Diego, CA
BARBIE
Animal Welfare League of Illinois - Chicago Ridge • Chicago Ridge, IL
Sam * Adopt or Foster*
Sam is an 8 years young yorkie mix that was given up by his owner due to her serious health issues. Sam is friendly, walks well on a leash, is house t…
Mutt Love Rescue • Fairfax, VA
Jet
Hope you like me! I'm Jet. A 'senor' male who needs a new home. I was surrendered to Amarillo SPCA, and now available to be adopted. Jet has a sweet p…
Amarillo SPCA • Amarillo, TX
Harley
Meet Harley! He is a 7-8 year old Yorkie mix. He has a medium to long curly coat, which is light golden in color. Harley was an owner surrender. Altho…
Amarillo SPCA • Amarillo, TX
Penny
Meet Penny This sweet senior girl is safe in our care thanks to her incredible foster mom, Angelique, who advocated for her when she needed someone mo…
Worthy Dog Rescue • Arlington, VA
Charlie
Meet Charlie, a sweet 10-year-old Yorkshire Terrier with a gentle heart and lots of love to give. Charlie is a handsome black and tan boy who weighs a…
Yorkie Rescue Houston • Spring, TX
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Tiger
Meet Tiger! This handsome island boy is ready to find his forever home in the United States. He will be traveling from Puerto Rico soon and needs an a…
Island Dog Adoption Network • Virginia Beach, VA
Louie - M
We take the dogs that are adopted down...so if a dog is on the website they are available. Obedience training and fully fenced in yard is required for…
Heidi's Legacy Dog Rescue • Tampa, FL
Honey
Honey came to us as an owner surrender. Her owner wanted to 'travel' so she gave her dog away. Honey was in rough shape, suffering from neglect. Her t…
Yorkie Rescue Houston • Spring, TX
Olaf York
Olaf is a handsome Yorkshire Terrier mix in a jumbo 23-pound package—he’s as striking as he is unique.Olaf will need an experienced home as the only p…
Stray Haven Inc • Aurora, IN
Cisco
He is 10 years old and weighs 5 lb. Our adoption center & Spay Clinic is open by appointment with approved application. We are located at 571 NE 44th …
Animal Aid, Inc. • Oakland Park, FL
Mya (in foster)
Meet Mya — affectionately known as “My-My.” Mya is a sweet and loving 8-year-old Yorkie/Shih-Tzu/Maltese mix with the gentlest soul. She absolutely ad…
Diane's Pet Rescue • Pottstown, PA
A Angelica
Angelica is available for adoption. She is 10 years old and weighs 7.2 lbs. Her adoption fee is $450.00. Hi, my name is Angelica and I have been at my…
Save A Yorkie Rescue, Inc. • Allentown,, PA
Milton
Meet 10-year-old 6-7lb Milton! Milton came to us from Irondequoit Animal Control and has quickly stolen our hearts. This sweet senior gentleman is hou…
G.R.A.S.P., Inc. • Rochester, NY
Ripley
Ripley is a senior Yorkie with the sweetest little old-man heart. He is gentle, quiet, and easy to love — the kind of dog who is simply happy to have …
Underdog Rescue MN • St. Louis Park, MN
Bella
BARC shelter pull. Severe bronchitis, collapsing trachea, skin infections. total mess This dog has known nothing but neglect her whole life. She is be…
Yorkie Rescue Houston • Spring, TX
Star
Star is a precious little senior yorkie/schnauzer mix that we took in with her friend a chiweenie named Joy that lived with her. The lady is elderly a…
Texarkana Animal League • Texarkana, TX
Diana
Diana came to us as an owner surrender. She likely speaks Spanish, as she was purchased in Chile. She spent the last few months 'in a cage' because th…
Yorkie Rescue Houston • Spring, TX
Teddy
Hello, my name is Teddy, or as my foster mom calls me, Teddybear! I am a sweet, approximately 13-year-old male Yorkie mix. I weigh in at a whopping 10…
Shelter Animals Rescue Group • Oak Ridge, TN
CHARLIE
Animal Welfare League of Illinois - Chicago Ridge • Chicago Ridge, IL
Tucker
No one has asked about Tucker… and we can’t understand why. He’s only 11 pounds. He’s gentle. He’s loving. And all he wants… is someone to stay close …
NAIA's Pet Rescue • west Palm Beach, FL
Bradley
Bradley is a fantastic, super sweet and friendly little guy. His favorite pastimes are snuggling in a cozy lap, strolling around in the yard, and goin…
Shih Tzu Rescue, Inc. • Weston, FL
Mr Trussy
Adoption Donation $99 Located: Rhode Island Age: approx 14 years old Weight: 5 lbs Meet Mr. Trussy. This gorgeous senior gentleman came to us from a l…
Friends of Homeless Animals, Inc. • Saunderstown, RI
Jenkins
NAME: Jenkins BREED: Yorkie/Schnauzer Mix BIRTHDAY: 2013 WEIGHT: 15lbs ADOPTION FEE: $200 Jenkins is the happiest little fellow we've ever met! His li…
Good Old Tails Senior Animal Rescue • Seven Valleys, PA
Snoopy
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
Sally (& Harry) BONDED
Meet Harry & Sally – A Sweet Bonded Pair Looking for Their Forever Home Harry and Sally are a heart-melting father–daughter duo ready to spend their g…
Fancy Cats Rescue Team • Herndon, VA
Rosie
Meet Rosie – Our Brave Little Girl Rosie is an 11-year-old Yorkie with a gentle spirit and so much love to give. This sweet girl is blind, but don’t l…
Rainbow Bridge Hospice Rescue inc • Middlesex, NC
Birkin
Birkin was surrendered by his family when work demanded more time in the office. His perfect home will be a full time at home parent. Birkin has separ…
Yorkie Rescue Houston • Spring, TX
Sawyer Nihill
Adoption Donation $250 Located: Rhode Island Age: approx 14 years old Weight: 8 lbs. Sawyer is a 14-year-old, 6.5-lb Yorkshire Terrier seeking an expe…
Friends of Homeless Animals, Inc. • Saunderstown, RI
Alice 4500
IMPORTANT APPLICATION UPDATE We are currently experiencing issues with some applications not being received through our website/email system. If you s…
LOYAL Rescue • Pickering, ON
Emma 4496
IMPORTANT APPLICATION UPDATE We are currently experiencing issues with some applications not being received through our website/email system. If you s…
LOYAL Rescue • Pickering, ON
Tripp & Colton
Information Please read! If you are interested in me after reading about me, please visit my site, http://www.breederadoptions.org and follow the inst…
Breeder Release Adoption Service • Bon Carbo, CO
McFly
McFly is a 9‑pound senior Yorkie mix with the heart (and energy!) of a much younger dog. He’s a lively, affectionate little companion who loves to cud…
Underdog Rescue MN • St. Louis Park, MN
Palermo
Meet Palermo! DOB: May 2017Weight: 5lbsDisposition: History: Rescued from a shelter in LA County by TBL in May 2025.Best Home: Amazing Qualities: If y…
The Barking Lot • San Diego, CA
Tilly
This sweet pup, along with 13 others, was rescued from a backyard breeder and brought to Pawfect Match after enduring truly heartbreaking conditions. …
Pawfect Match Rescue • Holly Springs, NC
Coco
*Name: Coco*Age: 12 years old*Current Weight: 17 lbs*Adoption fee: $300Coco is a lovable 12-year-old Yorkie mix originally rescued from Texas. Don’t l…
SNARR Northeast Animal Rescue • Brewster, NY
Chrissy
We are an all-volunteer/foster home-based rescue. Apply to adopt by filling out the online adoption application on our main website dakotadachshundres…
Dakota Dachshund Rescue • Sioux Falls, SD
Murphy
Meet Murphy!Murphy is a gentle, easygoing pup who loves the simple things in life — a nice walk on leash, a comfy couch to curl up on, and a kind huma…
Yorkie911 Rescue, Inc. • North Babylon, NY
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Adopting a senior Yorkshire Terrier Yorkie — 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 Yorkshire Terrier Yorkie?
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 Yorkshire Terrier Yorkie dogs a good fit for first-time adopters?
Often, yes. An older Yorkshire Terrier Yorkie 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.