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MAX
#A5774757 Max is a 10-year-old neutered male German Shepherd who has been waiting in the shelter since early May and urgently needs a home At 50 lbs, …
United Hope for Animals • Pasadena, CA
10 years & older
Senior dogs age 10 and older
Meet 1980 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 1,261–1,290 of 1,980 below.
Last updated July 12, 2026 at 10:37 PM EDT. Listings refresh automatically, usually every 12 hours.
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
10+ years
DELTA
Delta is a senior male Labrador Retriever, large in size, at Detroit Animal Care and Control in Detroit, MI. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Detroit Animal Care and Control • Detroit, MI
10+ years
SYMBA
SYMBA is a senior male Shetland Sheepdog (Sheltie), medium size, currently at Los Angeles County Animal Control - Carson in Gardena, CA. Senior dogs m…
Los Angeles County Animal Control - Carson • Gardena, CA
10+ years
SIMBA
SIMBA is a senior female Pit Bull Terrier, medium-sized, at Los Angeles County Animal Control - Downey in Downey, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful compa…
Los Angeles County Animal Control - Downey • Downey, CA
10+ years
GENEVIEVE
GENEVIEVE is a senior female German Shepherd Dog, large, at South Los Angeles Animal Care and Control Center in Los Angeles, CA. Senior dogs make wond…
South Los Angeles Animal Care and Control Center • Los Angeles, CA
10+ years
Panda Pig Beast
Meet the lovable Panda Pig BEAST! Panda came to us after a potential adopter never showed up to take him home. We may never know why they changed thei…
Umbrella of Hope • Pittsburg, CA
10+ years
JOE
JOE is a senior male Pit Bull Terrier, a large dog at Riverside County Animal Control - Riverside Shelter in Riverside, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful…
Riverside County Animal Control - Riverside Shelter • Riverside, CA
10+ years
COOPER
COOPER is a senior male Chihuahua of medium size at Los Angeles County Animal Control - Baldwin Park in Baldwin Park, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful c…
Los Angeles County Animal Control - Baldwin Park • Baldwin Park, CA
10+ years
BENJAMIN
BENJAMIN is a senior male Siberian Husky, large, at Orange County Animal Care Center in Orange, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Orange County Animal Care Center • Orange, CA
10+ years
Otis
Meet Otis! Looking for a little dog with a big personality? Meet Otis, an adorable 1-year-old Shih Tzu mix who is ready to find a loving forever home!…
Trinity GAP Club • Euless, TX
10+ years
Atlas
Meet Atlas a 4 year old pit who came to us when his owner lost his home. Atlas lived with a young Doberman and they did great together. Atlas is use t…
Animal Welfare League of Kosciusko County • Pierceton, IN
10+ years
Athena
Sweet Athena has had a sad life so far, but that past will be forgotten when she joins her forever loving family. More info coming soon! Questions? Em…
Humane Association of CNY • Liverpool, NY
10+ years
Oakley
Oakley is a 5-year-old sweetheart with a heart full of love and a tail that never stops wagging. This handsome boy is the definition of a lover boy—he…
Humane Society/SPCA of Nelson County • Lovingston, VA
10+ years
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
10+ years
VIOLA
VIOLA is a senior female Chihuahua, small, located in Tulsa, OK at City of Tulsa Animal Welfare. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
City of Tulsa Animal Welfare • Tulsa, OK
10+ years
SOL
SOL is a senior male German Shepherd Dog (large) at Los Angeles County Animal Control - Lancaster in Lancaster, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful compani…
Los Angeles County Animal Control - Lancaster • Lancaster, CA
10+ years
LARISSA
LARISSA is a senior female Chihuahua, small in size. She is at Lake County Animal Services in Tavares, FL. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Lake County Animal Services • Tavares, FL
10+ years
PEPPER
Meet Pepper, a 10-year-old Jack Russell Terrier who proves that age is just a number! This little energizer bunny is full of life, always ready for he…
Albuquerque Animal Services - Eastside • Albuquerque, NM
10+ years
Treasure
Meet Treasure – A True Gem Looking for Her Forever Home! Just like her name, Treasure is a rare find! This beautiful 6-year-old Goldendoodle has all t…
Homeward Bound Pet Rescue Inc. of Gilmer County • Ellijay, GA
10+ years
Dash
Dash is ready to be adopted!! This sweet boy is 4 years old and weighs 10 pounds. Dash is good with other dogs, cats and kids. He loves to be near peo…
Dachshund Rescue South Florida • Weston, FL
10+ years
MOONSHINE
Meet Moonshine. This affectionate girl loves to head to the play yard and splash around in the baby pool. She's definitely a water baby! She's no shad…
Dumb Friends League • Denver, CO
10+ years
Coach
Meet Coach! Coach is an approximately 10-week-old Lab mix weighing around 25 pounds who is ready to find a forever home after never being reclaimed. F…
Rockwall Animal Adoption Center • Rockwall, TX
10+ years
Caleb
Meet Caleb! This handsome Labrador Retriever is around 6 years old and weighs approximately 65 pounds. Caleb has had a difficult past, evident from a …
California Labradors Retrievers and More Rescue • San Diego, CA
10+ years
AGNES
AGNES is a senior female German Shepherd Dog, large, at Detroit Animal Care and Control in Detroit, MI. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Detroit Animal Care and Control • Detroit, MI
10+ years
PANCHO
Pancho is a senior male Maltese/Shih Tzu (medium) at Los Angeles County Animal Control - Downey in Downey, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Los Angeles County Animal Control - Downey • Downey, CA
10+ years
ADELINE
Adeline is a senior female Beagle, medium size, currently at Los Angeles County Animal Control - Downey in Downey, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful comp…
Los Angeles County Animal Control - Downey • Downey, CA
10+ years
LADY LU
Hi, I'm Lady Lu, and as they say, it's everything in a name! Let's start with the `Lady` part. According to the staff and volunteers, I am the definit…
Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center • Derwood, MD
10+ years
BROCK
BROCK is a senior male Akita (large) at Los Angeles County Animal Control - Downey in Downey, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Los Angeles County Animal Control - Downey • Downey, CA
10+ years
PRINCE ERIC
PRINCE ERIC is a senior male Chihuahua, medium size, currently at The Animal Foundation in Las Vegas, NV. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
The Animal Foundation - Las Vegas • Las Vegas, NV
10+ years
Sugar
Looking for a little Sugar in your life? Meet Sugar, a 1½-year-old Husky mix who lives up to her sweet name. This affectionate girl is generous with h…
Bay Area Pet Adoptions/SPCA • San Leon, TX
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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.