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Mr. T
Let's welcome Mr. T to CTDR. Mr. T came into Rescue after his owner passed away and there was no one to take him. He is a handsome 11year old boy who …
Central Texas Dachshund Rescue • Humble, TX
10 years & older
Senior dogs age 10 and older
Meet 1544 adoptable senior dogs aged 10 and older. These are some of the most overlooked dogs in rescue — and some of the most grateful to be chosen. Showing 841–870 of 1,544 below.
Last updated September 25, 2026 at 2:20 AM EDT. Listings refresh throughout the day. Always confirm a dog’s availability with the shelter or rescue before making plans.
Dogs aged 10 and older — in their double digits — are among the very hardest to place, yet they're often the gentlest companions you'll find: house-trained, long past the chewing and high-energy years, and content to spend their days close to you. Older dogs are too easily overlooked, so giving one a soft place to land for their remaining years is one of the most meaningful things an adopter can do. Always confirm availability and adoption steps with the shelter or rescue.
Available senior dogs aged 10 and older
1,544 senior dogs aged 10 and older available.
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Zenny
Meet Zenny! At 12 years young, Zenny is proof that the best things in life only get sweeter with age. This handsome Shih Tzu has a calm, gentle spirit…
Sanilac Scoopers DBA Making Miracles Animal Rescue • Utica, MI
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Archie
Archie ended up back with us when his dad could no longer care for him. He is such a sweet boy and a little confused on what is going on. Archie does …
North Texas Basset Hound Rescue, Inc. • Grapevine, TX
10+ years
Tequila Rose
Activity - Sleepover Eligible
Best Friends Animal Society — Sanctuary (Kanab) • Kanab, UT
10+ years
Queen Bee
Best Friends Animal Society — Sanctuary (Kanab) • Kanab, UT
10+ years
Dodger
Dodger is a retired athlete, a former ultra runner and long walk enthusiast, who is ready for a much slower paced life. Looking to take a short stroll…
Last Hope Animal Rescue • Cedar Rapids, IA
10+ years
Bruno
Handsome gentleman Bruno has run into some bad luck again! He initially became a Cause kid when his owner had to move and could not take their dogs. L…
Cause for SB Paws • San Bernardino, CA
10+ years
Peggy
Affectionate · Eager to Please · Fenced Yard Preferred but not required · Food Motivated · Friendly/social · Gentle · Moderate Energy · No Out of Stat…
Freedom Ride Rescue • Raleigh area, NC
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Rags (fka Bala)
House trained · This dog has been spayed/ neutered and is up to date on vaccines and preventatives
PetConnect Rescue • Potomac, MD
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Penelope Lou 22077
HERO DOG RESCUE • Cumming, GA
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Mr. Wonderful
Crops and Flops Rescue • Westminster, MA
10+ years
Jasper
A Lab for Life • Oklahoma-based; Northeast placements, OK
10+ years
Prissy - Home to Home
Anderson Humane • South Elgin, IL
10+ years
Mia
Knows Fetch · Playful · Toy Motivated · Foster Needed · Good Walker · Housetrained · Medium Energy · Treat Motivated · Knows Sit · Knows Down · Knows …
Guilford County Animal Services • Greensboro, NC
10+ years
Gargy
Couch Potato · Cuddler · Loves affection! · Loves food! · Loves meeting new people! · Loves toys! · Path to Adoption · Cat Tested - did not do well · …
Humane Society of North Central Florida • Gainesville, FL
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Bailey
Expedition Ola Dog Rescue - Seattle Chapter • Seattle, WA
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Luna
Erath County Humane Society • Weatherford, TX
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Jaxon
South Charlotte Dog Rescue • Charlotte, NC
10+ years
Dottie
Dottie is a sweet girl who is looking for a foster family or a forever family. She is super lovable and friendly with people and loves getting attenti…
STRAY PAWS RESCUE • St. Peters, MO
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Adopting a dog aged 10+ — 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.
Is it worth adopting a dog aged 10 or older?
Absolutely. Older dogs are typically calm, affectionate, and already trained, and they bond deeply with the people who give them a home. Their time with you may be shorter, but adopters consistently describe it as some of the most rewarding companionship they've known.
Do dogs aged 10+ have higher vet costs?
Some older dogs need a special diet, joint support, or more regular check-ups, but many are healthy for their age. Each dog's profile and the shelter caring for them can tell you about any known medical needs before you adopt.
How do I adopt one of these senior dogs?
Open any dog's profile to see which shelter or rescue is caring for them, then use the adoption link or contact details to apply directly with that organization. Lily's Second Chance gathers older dogs in one place so they're easier to find.
Know an older dog who needs a home?
Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.