10+ years
Admiral
Reach Out Rescue & Resources • Westminster, MD
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 871–900 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.
10+ years
Titan
Maricopa County Animal Care & Control • Phoenix, AZ
10+ years
10+ years
Sprocket
Bishop's Small Dog Rescue • Waterloo, IL
10+ years
Kendall & Kylie
💕 KENDALL & KYLIE — A LIFETIME OF LOVE, TOGETHER 💕 11½ years old • Chihuahua sisters • Bonded pair Kendall & Kylie have been side by side since the …
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
10+ years
Champ
Tiny bug dog rescue Inc. • Melbourne Beach, FL
10+ years
10+ years
10+ years
10+ years
10+ years
Cooper
Bonded · Eligible for Short-Term Foster · Field Trip Eligible
SICSA Pet Adoption & Wellness Center • Dayton, OH
10+ years
Emma
Medical Wavier · Bonded · Cuddler · Leash Trained · Quiet Home · Teens and Adults only · Doesn't Like Being Left Alone
Homeward Pet Adoption Center • Woodinville, WA
10+ years
10+ years
10+ years
10+ years
10+ years
10+ years
Buster
Spartanburg County Animal Welfare Services • Spartanburg, SC
Updated recently
Kacee (GrandPaws)
GrandPaws applies to any dog age 7 years or older. The adoption fees are reduced to help offset veterinary costs that occur as dogs age. If you would …
Central Valley Rescue Railroad • Lindsay, CA
10+ years
10+ years
Marley
Fixed · Crate trained · Good with Older Children · Housetrained · Loves car rides · People Friendly · Low Energy · Walks well on leash · Good with Kid…
Reed's Rescue • Maryland, MD
10+ years
10+ years
Roxanne
Roxanne is a sweet senior girl searching for a loving fospice home where she can spend her remaining days surrounded by comfort and affection. She has…
Street Paws • Locust Grove, GA
10+ years
Penny #8
MEET PENNY #8!!! Penny was found in an abandoned motel room with eight cats and her brother. She likes to sit in your lap or next to you. She loves to…
Underdog Rescue of Arizona, LLC • Chandler, AZ
10+ years
Marge
Marge, along with her pal, Homer, was rescued when they were found roaming out in the middle of the country. She is very sweet and gets along well wit…
Straydog Inc • Gun Barrel City, TX
10+ years
Gracie
Gracie was rescued along with her brother Beau when their owner abandoned them at the veterinarian’s office. She had some minor health issues, but wit…
Straydog Inc • Gun Barrel City, TX
10+ years
Ivy Rose
Good with Dogs · Housetrained · Good with Kids · Good with Cats
California Bully Rescue • California, CA
10+ years
10+ years
10+ years
Beau
Beau was rescued when he and his sister were relinquished to our local veterinarian with some minor health issues. We supplied Beau with love and care…
Straydog Inc • Gun Barrel City, TX
Browse other age bands
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.