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Senior dogs for adoption in California

Meet 51 adoptable senior dogs (age 7+) in California. Each one is from a shelter or rescue and ready to give an older dog's quiet, grateful love.

There are currently 51 adoptable senior dogs in California, each pulled from a local shelter or rescue. Senior dogs — age 7 and up — wait far longer for homes than puppies, even though they're usually already house-trained, past the chewing stage, and happy to nap at your feet. Adopting an older dog in California means you typically know their size, temperament, and energy level from day one: fewer surprises, and a grateful companion who settles in fast.

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SHADOW, adoptable senior Shepherd and Siberian Husky

SHADOW

Shepherd and Siberian Husky • Neutered Male • 8 years old

Located at Moreno Valley Animal Shelter

Moreno Valley Animal Shelter • Moreno Valley, CA

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DAISY, adoptable senior Pit Bull Terrier

DAISY

Pit Bull Terrier • Spayed Female • 8 years old

Located at Moreno Valley Animal Shelter

Moreno Valley Animal Shelter • Moreno Valley, CA

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MAX, adoptable senior Siberian Husky

MAX

Siberian Husky • Neutered Male • 7 years old

Located at Moreno Valley Animal Shelter

Moreno Valley Animal Shelter • Moreno Valley, CA

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STELLA, adoptable senior Belgian Malinois mix

STELLA

Belgian Malinois mix • Spayed Female • 7 years old

Located at Moreno Valley Animal Shelter

Moreno Valley Animal Shelter • Moreno Valley, CA

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SOPHIE, adoptable senior Chihuahua - Smooth Coated mix

SOPHIE

Chihuahua - Smooth Coated mix • Spayed Female • 15 years old

Located at Moreno Valley Animal Shelter

Moreno Valley Animal Shelter • Moreno Valley, CA

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BANGLES, adoptable senior Bulldog mix

BANGLES

Bulldog mix • Neutered Male • 7 years old

Located at Moreno Valley Animal Shelter

Moreno Valley Animal Shelter • Moreno Valley, CA

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PRINCESS, adoptable senior Pit Bull Terrier mix

PRINCESS

Pit Bull Terrier mix • Female • 7 years old

Located at San Bernardino City Animal Shelter

San Bernardino City Animal Shelter • San Bernardino, CA

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MILES, adoptable senior Pit Bull Terrier

MILES

Pit Bull Terrier • Male • 11 years old

Located at San Bernardino City Animal Shelter

San Bernardino City Animal Shelter • San Bernardino, CA

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PEBBLES, adoptable senior Pit Bull Terrier mix

PEBBLES

Pit Bull Terrier mix • Female • 7 years old

Located at San Bernardino City Animal Shelter

San Bernardino City Animal Shelter • San Bernardino, CA

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JAKE, adoptable senior Maltese

JAKE

Maltese • Male • 7 years old

Located at San Bernardino City Animal Shelter

San Bernardino City Animal Shelter • San Bernardino, CA

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Koda, adoptable senior Cattle Dog, Australian (Blue Heeler) / Husky, Alaskan

Koda

Cattle Dog, Australian (Blue Heeler) / Husky, Alaskan • Male • Senior Dog

Pasadena Humane • Pasadena, CA

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Stella, adoptable senior Terrier, American Pit Bull/Terrier, American Pit Bull

Stella

Terrier, American Pit Bull/Terrier, American Pit Bull • Female • 9 years 5 months

Spayed.

Sacramento SPCA • Sacramento, CA

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Rue, adoptable senior Terrier, American Staffordshire/Mix

Rue

Terrier, American Staffordshire/Mix • Female • 9 years 6 months

Spayed.

Sacramento SPCA • Sacramento, CA

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Joy, adoptable senior Terrier, American Pit Bull/German Shepherd

Joy

Terrier, American Pit Bull/German Shepherd • Female • 7 years 7 months

Spayed.

Sacramento SPCA • Sacramento, CA

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Spirit, adoptable senior Retriever, Labrador/German Shepherd

Spirit

Retriever, Labrador/German Shepherd • Male • 10 years 1 month

Neutered.

Sacramento SPCA • Sacramento, CA

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Senior dogs in California by breed

Pit Bull Terrier11German Shepherd4Maltese3Siberian Husky3Chihuahua - Smooth Coated3Chihuahua2Golden Retriever2American Pit Bull Terrier2Terrier2Alaskan Husky2American Staffordshire Terrier2Cattle Dog1

Senior dogs in California by city

Pasadena27San Bernardino9Sacramento8Moreno Valley7

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Adopting a senior dog in California — 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.

How do I adopt a senior dog in California?

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. Senior Dog Finder gathers senior dogs in one place so they're easier to find — the adoption itself happens through the local group.

How much does it cost to adopt a senior dog in California?

Adoption fees vary by organization, but senior dogs are frequently discounted or sponsored because they wait the longest. Many rescues also begin any needed medical care before adoption. The dog's profile or the shelter can confirm the current fee.

Are senior dogs harder to care for?

Usually not. Older dogs are typically calmer and already trained, which makes the first weeks far easier than with a puppy. Some have age-related needs like a special diet or joint support, and the listing or shelter will tell you what to expect.

Know a senior dog in California who needs a home?

Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.

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