Gonzo
At 9 years young is this sweet thing, Gonzo. He’s a fun sized dog (around 27 lbs) and has the most easy-going demeanor. Take him out for a stroll or j…
Mutts in Need • Newport Beach, CA
Senior dogs near Newport Beach
Meet 29 adoptable senior dogs (age 7+) in and around Newport Beach. Each one is from a local shelter or rescue and ready to give an older dog's quiet, grateful love.
There are currently 29 adoptable senior dogs (age 7 and up) in and around Newport Beach, California, each from a local shelter or rescue. Senior dogs wait far longer for homes than puppies, even though they're usually house-trained, settled in temperament, and happy to nap at your feet. Adopting an older dog near Newport Beach means a grateful companion close to home — and often a shorter drive to meet them in person.
At 9 years young is this sweet thing, Gonzo. He’s a fun sized dog (around 27 lbs) and has the most easy-going demeanor. Take him out for a stroll or j…
Mutts in Need • Newport Beach, CA
Meet Macallan, a gentle 1.5-year-old soul who weighs in at just under 40 pounds. Though he was found wandering the streets as a stray, his past hasn't…
Mutts in Need • Newport Beach, CA
This cutie with the underbite is Finn. Finn is an 8 year old Pug mix and weighs 18 pounds. He is just a big love. This little guy was an owner surrend…
Mutts in Need • Newport Beach, CA
Meet Panther, the ultimate couch potato who's friendly, affectionate, and always up for some playtime! This young 8-year-old pup may be a rescue, but …
Mutts in Need • Newport Beach, CA
This happy boy is Harley. He’s 8 years young and approx 35lbs. He has quite the personality and will let you know when he wants affection. He came in …
Mutts in Need • Newport Beach, CA
Bravo is a sweet senior boy that was rescued from the shelter just in time. He's a shy little boy that just wants to be loved. If you would like to me…
Mutts in Need • Newport Beach, CA
At 10+ years old, Dottie offers the ultimate life hack for Shepherd lovers: you get all the intelligence, loyalty, and noble spirit of this incredible…
Mutts in Need • Newport Beach, CA
Meet the adorable but very shy Bambi. This girl is so sweet but it will take a while for her to warm up to people in the home. If you have another dog…
Mutts in Need • Newport Beach, CA
**please consider reading Jay's listing. While we know it's hard to adopt out 2 large dogs as a bonded pair, we hope you consider it** In the Great Ga…
Mutts in Need • Newport Beach, CA
**please consider reading Daisy's listing. While we know it's hard to adopt out 2 large dogs as a bonded pair, we hope you consider it** In the Great …
Mutts in Need • Newport Beach, CA
Meet Birdie This sweet senior min pin mix has been through more than her fair share, but despite it all, she still has so much love left to give. She …
Mutts in Need • Newport Beach, CA
Meet Mooshu, a 15-pound bundle of love who is ready for his true second chance. At 5 years old, Mooshu’s story started with a scary stay at a high-pre…
Mutts in Need • Newport Beach, CA
After her owner was found passed away, Goldie survived over a week without food or water before being rescued. Despite this trauma, her spirit remains…
Mutts in Need • Newport Beach, CA
If you’ve been following Jello’s journey since we first posted her weeks ago, you know she arrived heavily pregnant and in urgent need of a safe place…
Mutts in Need • Newport Beach, CA
This handsome little man is Paco. He was found looking for food at a local Mexican restaurant in Rancho Cucamonga and the person who found him, named …
Mutts in Need • Newport Beach, CA
Meet Disco Cowboy, he is is approx 1 year old and 70lbs. He looks like he stepped straight out of a western with his cow-printed front "boots" and ear…
Mutts in Need • Newport Beach, CA
This is Gimpy. He has successfully undergone surgery to remove that heavy growth (he was dropped off the shelter with it), and he is feeling lighter t…
Mutts in Need • Newport Beach, CA
Meet Kevin! A 3 year old Maltese mix weighing about 10 pounds. He has the face only a mother would love with his intense underbite. This little dude h…
Mutts in Need • Newport Beach, CA
Meet Jolene, a 30-pound powerhouse who proves that the best things come in spirited, medium-sized packages. At just 2 years old, Jolene was found as a…
Mutts in Need • Newport Beach, CA
Blanche may be a 12-year-old, 10-pound senior, but don’t let the dainty frame fool you—she was a bona fide badass in her prime and still carries that …
Mutts in Need • Newport Beach, CA
Meet Little Boy!This sweet 4-year-old, 15 lb pup has been through a lot but hasn’t lost his loving spirit. He came to us after being hit by a car and …
Mutts in Need • Newport Beach, CA
This is Jet… He is 9 years young and 75lbs. While he’s a whole lotta dog, he’s got a heart as big as him, maybe bigger. Forget all the naughty things …
Mutts in Need • Newport Beach, CA
This is Kesha, one of Orange County’s newest residents & Volunteers favorite! Kesha is approx 10-11 years old and just under 50lbs. She was rescued fr…
Mutts in Need • Newport Beach, CA
This is Oreo , our 100% purebred pirate dog. He is approx 5 years old and 20lbs and if you ask him how he lost his eye, he’ll probably tell you it was…
Mutts in Need • Newport Beach, CA
Meet Posey, a 4 year old, 7-pound darling with a sophisticated look that belongs on a Hamptons getaway. Rescued from a difficult past, Posey is a sens…
Mutts in Need • Newport Beach, CA
Jackson is one of our rescues from the streets of Mexico (thank you our friends at Crossing Guardians for ensuring he got healthy enough to be able to…
Mutts in Need • Newport Beach, CA
This is our laid-back senior boy, Archie. Archie came to our rescue friends in Mexico very sick (see last photo) and is now approx 9 years old. Archie…
Mutts in Need • Newport Beach, CA
Elise aka Ellie is approximately 8-9 years old and weighs around 50 pounds. Her journey began on the streets of Mexico, where she was found starving a…
Mutts in Need • Newport Beach, CA
Meet Rio, living proof that life’s bumps and bruises only add to the plot! After a tough experience (Rio experienced intentional blunt trauma force to…
Mutts in Need • Newport Beach, CA
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.
Open any dog's profile to see the shelter or rescue caring for them near Newport Beach, California, then use the adoption link or contact details to apply directly with that organization. Lily's Second Chance simply gathers local senior dogs in one place so they're easier to find.
Availability changes often as dogs are adopted and new ones are listed. If you don't see a senior dog in Newport Beach right now, check back soon or browse all of California — new dogs are added regularly.
Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.