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Bella
Meet Bella! Bella is a 13+ year-old Poodle weighing 16 pounds. Bella is a sweet, gentle, and happy little lady with a heart full of love. She's a clas…
Second Chance Dog Rescue • San Diego, CA
10 years & older
Senior dogs age 10 and older
Meet 1546 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 151–180 of 1,546 below.
Last updated September 24, 2026 at 4:22 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
1,546 senior dogs aged 10 and older available.
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Pepe - In a Foster Home
In Foster Home- GlaucomaThis kind, senior gentleman came to us via another shelter after being found as a stray. Pepe' is almost blind and will probab…
Pet Refuge • South Bend, IN
10+ years
Carson
Meet Carson, a 14-year-old Westie mix weighing 21 pounds. This distinguished gentleman may be in his golden years, but he still has plenty of love lef…
Wish Bone Canine Rescue • Normal, IL
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Honey
Meet Honey — Sweetness That Only Gets Better With Age At 13 years young, Honey is living proof that age is just a number! This lovely senior girl stil…
St Charles County Humane Services • St Peters, MO
10+ years
Milo
Milo is a 14-year-old senior looking for a quiet retirement home where he can enjoy his golden years at his own pace. He is almost completely deaf and…
Marion County Animal Services • Ocala, FL
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Juicy
Juicy wants you to know that age is just a number. At 14 years of age she has unfortunately found herself in need of finding a forever home. While her…
Scott County Humane Society • Georgetown, KY
10+ years
Candy Cane
Candy Cane is a handsome guy with a fantastic smile! He is also: • Would do best as the only dog in the home. • Friendly toward people. • Treat motiva…
Mason County Animal Shelter • Maysville, KY
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Sophie & Ashlynn
Looking for double the love and double the companionship? Sophie and Ashlynn are a bonded pair of adorable, senior Shih Tzus who are ready to fill you…
Last Hope Animal Rescue • Cedar Rapids, IA
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Clarice
DeKalb County Animal Services • Chamblee, GA
10+ years
Donnie Sponsor Me
Adult-Only Home Preferred · Not Good with Cats · Single Dog Home
Pets Alive • Middletown, NY
10+ years
Roxy
Bio from rescuer: Please contact directly if you can assist with this sweet girl <3 Hello. This is Roxy. She goes by Roxy, Rox, or her favorite, ROXER…
Sanilac Scoopers DBA Making Miracles Animal Rescue • Utica, MI
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Caramel
Almost Home Animal Rescue • Patchogue, NY
10+ years
Vinnie
Brown County Humane Society • Nashville, IN
10+ years
Mamba
Best Friends Animal Society — Sanctuary (Kanab) • Kanab, UT
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Eliza
Miri's Haven Senior Dog Rescue • Rockville, MD
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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.