10 years & older

Senior dogs age 10 and older

Meet 2284 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 1,051–1,080 of 2,284 below.

Last updated November 9, 2026 at 3:50 AM EST. 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. The dogs aged 10 and older listed right now include Labrador Retriever, Chihuahua, and Rottweiler across 16 states. Always confirm availability and adoption steps with the shelter or rescue.

Available senior dogs aged 10 and older

2,284 senior dogs aged 10 and older available.

10+ years
Photo of Alfie, adoptable senior Chihuahua in Sacramento, California

Alfie

Chihuahua • Male • Small • 11 years

Meet Alfie! Alfie is an affectionate, happy-go-lucky, black and white chihuahua who would love to meet his new best friend! Despite his senior age, he…

Little Paws Doggie Rescue • Sacramento, CA

10+ years
Photo of Eevee, adoptable senior Pit Bull Terrier in Woodland, California

Eevee

Pit Bull Terrier • Female • Large • 11 years

Don't let Eevee's listed age fool you! She is proving that age is just a number, and she may even be younger than her estimated 11 years. This sweet g…

Yolo County Animal Services Shelter • Woodland, CA

10+ years
Photo of Ebony, adoptable senior Labrador Retriever in Thousand Palms, California

Ebony

Labrador Retriever • Female • Small • 11 years

Riverside County Animal Control - Coachella Shelter • Thousand Palms, CA

10+ years
Photo of Rocky Conklin, adoptable senior Rottweiler in Cuba, New York

Rocky Conklin

Rottweiler • Male • X-Large • 11 years

Update 4/2026 Someone inquired about Rocky the other day and I had to explain that his personality would not enable us to send him to a Petsmart for s…

Joyful Rescues, Inc. • Cuba, NY

10+ years
Photo of Thunder, adoptable senior Alaskan Malamute in Great Bend, Kansas

Thunder

Alaskan Malamute • Male • Large • 11 years

Okay before we get started just understand I am an OLD MAN. I move slow(sometimes) and I enjoy stopping and smelling the flowers. My name is Thunder a…

Golden Belt Humane Society • Great Bend, KS

10+ years
Photo of Shelby, adoptable senior German Shepherd Dog in Mcclellanville, South Carolina

Shelby

German Shepherd Dog • Female • Medium • 11 years

Shelby is a lovely 10-year-old, 68-pound Shepherd mix (or at least that’s our best guess but we do have her DNA test pending!), and she is the definit…

Libby and Mace's Place • Mcclellanville, SC

10+ years
Photo of UT/Bella, adoptable senior Brittany in Curwensville, Pennsylvania

UT/Bella

Brittany • Female • 11 years

Miss Bella is a lovely lady who is estimated to be between 10-12 years old weighing about 27lbs. Even though Bella is a senior, she does need her dail…

National Brittany Rescue and Adoption Network • Curwensville, PA

10+ years
Photo of Princess, adoptable senior Shepherd in Farmersville, Texas

Princess

Shepherd • Female • Medium • 11 years

Hi, I’m Princess... I was seized from Collin County as an animal cruelty case with demodex mange that was so bad I had no fur. I’d been thrown out in …

Hillcrest Animal Rescue • Farmersville, TX

10+ years
Photo of Blu, adoptable senior Shepherd in Atlanta, Georgia

Blu

Shepherd • Male • Medium • 11 years

Meet Blu - an adorable furball of love and joy! He loves his human and there is no one more loyal to his person than Blu. He loves a calm, consistent …

Doggie Harmony • Atlanta, GA

10+ years
Photo of Chef, adoptable senior Corgi in Tucson, Arizona

Chef

Corgi • Male • Small • 11 years

It is my pleasure to introduce you to Chef, a charming little character who is part potato, part loaf of bread, and 100% lovable. Chef is an approxima…

Tucson Cold Wet Noses • Tucson, AZ

10+ years
Photo of Butters, adoptable senior Black Mouth Cur in Martinsburg, West Virginia

Butters

Black Mouth Cur • Female • Medium • 11 years

Come in and meet Butters! This beautiful senior lady is 11 years old and is spayed, vaccinated, and good w/ kids. Butters needs a home where she will …

Berkeley County Humane Society • Martinsburg, WV

10+ years
Photo of Shadow, adoptable senior Labrador Retriever in Santa Barbara, California

Shadow

Labrador Retriever • Male • Large • 11 years

Meet Shadow! ??Shadow is a sweet, gentle senior who is ready to find a loving home where he can enjoy his golden years surrounded by comfort, kindness…

Santa Barbara County Animal Services - Santa Barbara • Santa Barbara, CA

10+ years
Photo of Oliver, adoptable senior American Pit Bull Terrier in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Oliver

American Pit Bull Terrier • Male • Large • 11 years

Hi there! I’m Oliver, an 11-year-old sweetheart with a puppy’s wag and a couch potato’s love for cozy naps. I’m calm, friendly, and still playful—I’ll…

Broward County Animal Care & Regulation - Ft. Lauderdale • Fort Lauderdale, FL

10+ years
Photo of Lyly, adoptable senior Siberian Husky in Van Nuys, California

Lyly

Siberian Husky • Female • Large • 11 years

East Valley Animal Care and Control Center • Van Nuys, CA

10+ years
Photo of Juston, adoptable senior Labrador Retriever in West Palm Beach, Florida

Juston

Labrador Retriever • Male • Medium • 11 years

Yo Yo Yo, Juston’s in the house! I’m a handsome black and white lab mix with the biggest heart on the block. I crave hugs and kisses even more than do…

Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League of the Palm Beaches, Inc. • West Palm Beach, FL

10+ years
Photo of Charlie, adoptable senior Terrier in Golden Valley, Arizona

Charlie

Terrier • Male • Medium • 11 years

DOB: 08/31/15 28 lbs. White, coarse long coat Terrier mix Charlie is being fostered, so please call to make an appointment to see him. He is NOT at th…

For the Luv of Paws II, Inc. • Golden Valley, AZ

10+ years
Photo of Aspen, adoptable senior Greyhound in Woodinville, Washington

Aspen

Greyhound • Female • Large • 11 years

AspenTag No: 6856Registered Name: NoneBreed: Greyhound MixDate of Birth: June 18, 2021Color: BrindleCat Trainable: NoDog Friendly: See CommentsKid Fri…

Greyhound Pets, Inc. • Woodinville, WA

10+ years
Photo of Atticus, adoptable senior Poodle (Miniature) in bloomington, Illinois

Atticus

Poodle (Miniature) • Male • 11 years

Atticus has his nose to the floor, always looking for that morsel or crumb that was dropped. He is 12+ years old, his vision and hearing are not great…

My Loveable Angels • bloomington, IL

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

Yoshi

American Pit Bull Terrier • Male • Medium • 11 years

Meet Yoshi (A1735038), a distinguished 11-year-old, 51 lb. Pit Bull Terrier mix currently looking for his next chapter at the Eastside Shelter. Coming…

Albuquerque Animal Services - Eastside • Albuquerque, NM

10+ years
Photo of Twin, adoptable senior Jack Russell Terrier (Parson Russell Terrier) in Lancaster, California

Twin

Jack Russell Terrier (Parson Russell Terrier) • Male • Small • 11 years

Los Angeles County Animal Control - Lancaster • Lancaster, 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.

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Know an older dog who needs a home?

Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.