10+ years
Nala #13
Please note this dog is NOT an official Underdog dog, and you will be connected with the person who has the dog. Please Contact (Current Owner of Dog)…
Underdog Rescue of Arizona, LLC • Chandler, AZ
10 years & older
Senior dogs age 10 and older
Meet 2285 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 2,191–2,220 of 2,285 below.
Last updated November 9, 2026 at 1:47 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 Chihuahua, Dachshund, and American Staffordshire Terrier across 14 states. Always confirm availability and adoption steps with the shelter or rescue.
Available senior dogs aged 10 and older
2,285 senior dogs aged 10 and older available.
10+ years
Ernie
MEET ERNIE!! Ernie is a senior Pug/Chihuahua mix with a heart full of love and a soul that’s ready to relax into retirement. At 35 pounds, this silver…
Underdog Rescue of Arizona, LLC • Chandler, AZ
10+ years
Mindy - Foster or Forever
Safe Haven Dog Rescue • Elburn, IL
10+ years
Scout 0121
Big Dog Ranch Rescue • Loxahatchee, FL
10+ years
Zoe
Meet Zoe! A spirited almost eleven-year-old Australian Cattle Dog currently in Jonestown, PA, whose personality is a whirlwind of loyalty, energy, and…
Joyful Pets • Jonestown, PA
10+ years
Old Yeller JuM
Adopt a Homeless Animal • Baltimore, MD
10+ years
Rocco
Hello Friends! My name is Rocco, I came to the Olive Branch because I was found as a stray in sistersville in the cemetary. A nice person brought me h…
Olive Branch Animal Rescue & Refuge, Inc. • Sistersville, WV
10+ years
ANNABELLE "Annie"
Name: Annabelle “Annie” Sex: Female Age: 10 years old Breed: Boxer/Pittie Mix Weight: 60lbs Compatibility with other dogs: Good with playful, submissi…
Underdog Rescue of Arizona, LLC • Chandler, AZ
10+ years
10+ years
Swann
Meet Swann — The One-Eyed Queen Who Deserves the Red Carpet! Ahoy, mateys! Meet Swann, our beautiful English Bulldog named after Elizabeth Swann from …
Rescue Rovers Dog Adoptions • Sandy, UT
10+ years
Tiny
Welcome Tiny to DASH! Tiny came to DASH with several other smaller dogs from southern Ohio shelter where they were taken from a home where they were n…
Danielle's Animal Safe Haven • Ashville, OH
10+ years
Rayna
Meet Rayna, a 10-year-old sweet, mellow, and incredibly loving girl who is vaccinated and spayed. Rayna came to our rescue when her previous owner cou…
2nd Chance Dog Rescue • Queen Creek, AZ
10+ years
Quing
Quing is a shaggy white sweetheart with an affectionate, loving personality. he is 11 years old and unfortunately, has a trachea issue. He requires da…
UFAR Animals Rescue • Margate, FL
10+ years
Sandy - *SENIOR*ADOPT ME WITH DANNY
Sandy & Danny were picked up as strays in Boone County, IN. They are WONDERFUL dogs....both very sweet, get along with everyone and everything, and ar…
Across America Boxer Rescue • Burnsville, MN
10+ years
10+ years
Charlie Rex
Charlie Rex is joy in a dog's body! Despite being in the double digits (10.5!), Charlie loves to go for walks (or sniffaris, as we say), roll around i…
SPCA of Anne Arundel County • Annapolis, MD
10+ years
Hazel
MEET HAZEL Don’t let her age fool you — Hazel may be around 10 years old, but this petite little girl still has plenty of pep in her step! At about 35…
2nd Chance Dog Rescue • Queen Creek, AZ
10+ years
Dixie in TN (looking for a forever foster)
CITY, STATE: Shelbyville, TN (looking for someone to permanently foster her) NAME: Dixie AGE: 10 yrs. (DOB 2/25/16) SEX: Female WEIGHT: 16.26 lbs. COL…
All American Dachshund Rescue • Shelbyville, TN
10+ years
Isadora
_________ B I O ______________ Name: Isadora Size: ~Small range: Up to 25 lbs Adoption Donation: $200 (applicable sales tax included). Adoption fees m…
4 Luv of Dog Rescue • Fargo, ND
10+ years
Little Ann
NOTE- ANN IS LISTED AS A COURTESY FOR ANOTHER RESCUE ORGANIZATION. PLEASE SEE CONTACT INFO BELOW. Valley View Animal Rescue email: amybennettwashburn@…
Reach Out Rescue & Resources • Westminster, MD
10+ years
Harlee - OS
Meet Harlee — a tiny diva with a huge personality and enough charm to keep everyone wrapped around her little paw. If you’ve ever wished for a best fr…
Ohio Fuzzy Pawz Shih Tzu Rescue, Inc. • Pataskala, OH
10+ years
Amy
Amy is a volunteer favorite :) She loves everybody she meets and will soak up all the attention she can get :) Amy has lots of lumps and bumps but hey…
2nd Chance 4 Life • Elizabethtown, PA
10+ years
Eddy
Eddy is a curious, lovable boy who simply wants to hang out with his person. He stays calm even in chaotic environments, though he appreciates having …
Ruff Start Rescue • Princeton, MN
10+ years
Harley
UPDATE: Harley is a sweet rescue girl making real progress every day. She's mastered the doggie door for potty breaks (pee training is still in the wo…
Central Texas Dachshund Rescue • Humble, TX
10+ years
Blu
I am blind but I still love playing ball and I get around fine. I'm not really interested in playing with other dogs and since I can't see them I am p…
A Second Chance Puppies and Kittens Rescue • Royal Palm Beach, FL
10+ years
Pongo
Meet Pongo! A sweet and intelligent ten-year-old Border Collie mix currently in Burns, TN, whose beautiful black-and-white coat and loving personality…
Joyful Pets • Burns, TN
10+ years
Armani
Meet Armani! This precious 90lb big boy is the sweetest dog you will ever meet and is looking for his forever home! He gets along perfectly with mello…
2nd Chance Dog Rescue • Queen Creek, AZ
10+ years
Roofus
Roofus is the sweetest most gentle boy! He loves receiving pets and loves getting attention. He did not have a good start to life but he doesn't let t…
2nd Chance 4 Life • Elizabethtown, PA
10+ years
Savannah
Savannah is a female Pit Bull Terrier mix rescued in Georgia. Our veterinary partner estimates that Savannah was born in 2016. We received the plea fo…
Rescue Dogs Rock, Inc • New York, NY
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Lexi
Meet Lexi, a little Yorkie with two big loves: cuddling with her person and going for walks! Nearly 11 years old and about 13 pounds, this affectionat…
Yorkie Rescue Houston • Spring, 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.
Guides to help you decide
Getting started
Why Adopt a Senior Dog? 7 Reasons Older Dogs Make Wonderful Companions
Senior dogs are often calm, house-trained, and overlooked at shelters. Here are seven honest reasons an older dog may be the best companion you ever bring home.
6 min readUnderstanding ageHow Old Is a "Senior" Dog? Senior Age by Breed and Size
A dog is not "old" at the same age across the board — size and breed change everything. Here is how to tell when a dog becomes a senior, and what it means for care.
5 min readCare & healthCaring for a Senior Dog: Health, Diet, and Everyday Comfort
How to keep an older dog healthy and comfortable — vet care, senior-appropriate diet, joint and dental health, exercise, and simple home adjustments that make a big difference.
8 min readKnow an older dog who needs a home?
Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.