10 years & older

Senior dogs age 10 and older

Meet 1541 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 61–90 of 1,541 below.

Last updated September 24, 2026 at 2:23 PM 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

1,541 senior dogs aged 10 and older available.

10+ years
Photo of BJ, adoptable senior Shih Tzu in Homer Glen, Illinois

BJ

Shih Tzu • Female • 15 years

Shih Tzu Rescue, Adoption & Education Safehouse (S.T.R.A.E.S.) • Homer Glen, IL

10+ years
Photo of Peddy, adoptable senior Pit Bull Terrier in Camarillo, California

Peddy

Pit Bull Terrier • Male • Large • 15 years

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Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA

10+ years
Photo of Sybil (OR), adoptable senior Rat Terrier in Atlanta, Georgia

Sybil (OR)

Rat Terrier • Female • Small • 15 years

After being adopted to a loving home for almost 10 years, Sybil found herself back with New Rattitude after her person fell too ill to care for her an…

New Rattitude, Inc. • Atlanta, GA

10+ years
Photo of Chewy, adoptable senior Havanese in Cuba, New York

Chewy

Havanese • Male • Medium • 15 years

Chewy was born about September 10, 2010 and weighs about 21 pounds. Please understand Google helped us with the breed choices, we are really guessing!…

Joyful Rescues, Inc. • Cuba, NY

10+ years
Photo of Tucker, adoptable senior Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler in Anniston, Alabama

Tucker

Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler • Male • Medium • 15 years

A dapper fella with a charming half-tail, Tucker is a chill guy with a live-and-let-live attitude. He bonds tightly to his person once they've shown t…

Calhoun County Humane Society, Inc. • Anniston, AL

10+ years
Photo of Charlie, adoptable senior Chihuahua in Normal, Illinois

Charlie

Chihuahua • Male • Small • 15 years

Charlie is a 15-year-old Chihuahua mix who weighs about 15 pounds and proves that age is just a number. This friendly, happy little guy is full of per…

Wish Bone Canine Rescue • Normal, IL

10+ years
Photo of Bonded- Jasper and Chloe, adoptable senior Shih Tzu in Sequim, Washington

Bonded- Jasper and Chloe

Shih Tzu • Small • 15 years

Meet Jasper and Chloe! This sweet pair of seniors are in a long-term relationship, and we cannot separate them after 45+ dog years together. They are …

Welfare for Animals Guild • Sequim, WA

10+ years
Photo of Alice, adoptable senior Shepherd in San Diego, California

Alice

Shepherd • Female • Medium • 15 years

Alice is a Shepherd Mix, her estimated date of birth is 12/1/11 and she weighs 45 lbs. She is up to date on all of her shots and she is fixed. Alice i…

Baja Dog Rescue • San Diego, CA

10+ years
Photo of Oso, adoptable senior American Pit Bull Terrier in Albuquerque, New Mexico

Oso

American Pit Bull Terrier • Male • Medium • 15 years

OSO: 15 YEARS YOUNG... AND READY TO PROVE AGE IS JUST A NUMBER!Wait... 15 years old? We checked his paperwork twice because there's just no way! Oso a…

Albuquerque Animal Services - Eastside • Albuquerque, NM

10+ years
Photo of Mya. Now 15, adoptable senior Pomeranian in Prague, Oklahoma

Mya. Now 15

Pomeranian • Female • Small • 15 years

Precious never found a reliable home, she is not 14 yrs old and living her best life here as a sanctuary dog.

Ok Save A Dog • Prague, OK

10+ years
Photo of Delilah, adoptable senior Black Labrador Retriever in Amarillo, Texas

Delilah

Black Labrador Retriever • Female • Large • 15 years

Delilah is a Black Lab mix, 14 years old (DOB: 11/2011). This 'senior' sweetheart is back at our shelter once again and needing a forever home. She ha…

Amarillo SPCA • Amarillo, TX

10+ years
Photo of Bonded Pair - Hazel & Henry, adoptable senior Pekingese in Tampa, Florida

Bonded Pair - Hazel & Henry

Pekingese • Female • Small • 15 years

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

10+ years
Photo of Khloe - HOSPICE FOSTER, adoptable senior Boston Terrier in Plano, Texas

Khloe - HOSPICE FOSTER

Boston Terrier • Female • 15 years

Howdy there! My name is Khloe, and I am a beautiful 15-year-old girl. My foster mom says I am the sweetest girl ever, and I love everyone! I get along…

Boston Terrier Rescue of North Texas • Plano, TX

10+ years
Photo of Panda, adoptable senior Shih Tzu in Evergreen, Colorado

Panda

Shih Tzu • Female • Small • 15 years

PRANCING PANDA This adorable little senior furball only wants two things: 1) to lay by your feet, and 2) to PRANCE across a grassy field! When Panda a…

Evergreen Animal Protective League • Evergreen, CO

10+ years
Photo of Clyde, adoptable senior Labrador Retriever in Jackson, Mississippi

Clyde

Labrador Retriever • Male • Medium • 15 years

Clyde is the self-appointed “governor” of the shelter—always alert, always watching, and always ready to greet the day. He’ll happily announce when it…

Animal Rescue Fund of MS • Jackson, MS

10+ years
Photo of Heron, adoptable senior Basset Hound in San Diego, California

Heron

Basset Hound • Male • Medium • 15 years

Looking for a silly, outgoing, spunky and fun-loving Basset Hound and Boston Terrier mix to brighten your days? Then Heron may just be your guy! Heron…

The Barking Lot • San Diego, CA

10+ years
Photo of Lilyroo, adoptable senior Pit Bull Terrier in San Diego, California

Lilyroo

Pit Bull Terrier • Female • X-Large • 15 years

Meet our sweet LilyRoo! She is a 15 year old, 88 lb. Pit Bull Terrier. This beautiful old gal may have a little extra sugar on her face, but dont let …

Second Chance Dog Rescue • San Diego, CA

10+ years
Photo of Zoe (GA), adoptable senior Unknown breed / mixed in New York, New York

Zoe (GA)

Unknown breed / mixed • Female • Small • 15 years

Zoe (GA) should have been spending her golden years curled up on a couch, adored and protected. Instead, this 15 yearold Poodle mix spent her days liv…

Rescue Dogs Rock, Inc • New York, NY

10+ years
Photo of Ushi, adoptable senior Shih Tzu in Dana Point, California

Ushi

Shih Tzu • Male • Small • 15 years

Meet Ushi! 🐾 Ushi is a sweet 14-year-old Shih Tzu/Cavalier mix with a gentle soul and a big heart. He’s in great health and up to date on all his vac…

Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA

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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.