
Forest
DOB: April 2015Weight: 70 poundsRescue: Forest was originally rescued from a kill shelter in California City Temperament: Sweet, , polite, well-behave…
The Barking Lot • San Diego, CA
Senior dogs near San Diego
Meet 60 adoptable senior dogs (age 7+) in and around San Diego. Each one is from a local shelter or rescue and ready to give an older dog's quiet, grateful love.
There are currently 60 adoptable senior dogs (age 7 and up) in and around San Diego, 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 San Diego means a grateful companion close to home — and often a shorter drive to meet them in person.

DOB: April 2015Weight: 70 poundsRescue: Forest was originally rescued from a kill shelter in California City Temperament: Sweet, , polite, well-behave…
The Barking Lot • San Diego, CA

Meet Thoory! DOB: December 2014Weight: 20 lbsDisposition: Chill, Relaxed, Easy goingHistory: Found as a stray in San Bernardino County. Rescued from t…
The Barking Lot • San Diego, CA

This dog is new to the rescue. More information will be posted as it becomes available. Please visit http://www.coastalk9gsrsd.org/to learn more about…
Coastal K9 German Shepherd Rescue • San Diego, CA

This dog is new to the rescue. More information will be posted as it becomes available. Please visit http://www.coastalk9gsrsd.org/to learn more about…
Coastal K9 German Shepherd Rescue • San Diego, CA

This dog is new to the rescue. More information will be posted as it becomes available. Please visit http://www.coastalk9gsrsd.org/to learn more about…
Coastal K9 German Shepherd Rescue • San Diego, CA

*Courtesy Post San Diego, CA* Due to the current owner's 2 yr child who has severe allergies they are looking to re-home Athena. Athena is a sweet gir…
The Heroic Tail • San Diego, CA

DOB: December 2015Weight: 35 poundsRescue: Puddle is a Soi Dog rescued from the illegal dog meat trade in Southeast Asia by Soi Dog Foundation, our pa…
The Barking Lot • San Diego, CA

Snuggles is a well-mannered, affectionate, and low-maintenance senior pittie. He is 10 years old and 60lb. Snuggles would prefer to be the only pet in…
It's The Pits • San Diego, CA

I am backed into a corner. I have a 9-year-old Am Staff mix who I rescued for my niece 6 years ago. He initially did not like men but came right up to…
It's The Pits • San Diego, CA

Meet Brownie Nickname- TANK Tank is exactly what his name suggests — a solid, lovable chunk of a dog with a giant heart and an even bigger appetite. I…
It's The Pits • San Diego, CA

DOB: August 2015Weight: 80lbsTemperament: Easy-going, Happy, FriendlyFrom: Handsome Oslo came to us from a shelter in Moreno Valley, CA. He had many t…
The Barking Lot • San Diego, CA

Forever Home Wanted…. Meet Drako!!!! Hi, my name is Drako. But my foster Mom calls me D. I’ve been a part of the most awesome rescue here for approxim…
Labradors and Friends Dog Rescue Group • San Diego, CA

Foster or Forever Home Wanted: Twinkle Is Ready to Meet You! Twinkle is a beautiful girl who we rescued from the San Bernardino Shelter after she reco…
Labradors and Friends Dog Rescue Group • San Diego, CA

Meet Ginger, a s weet girl who is a bit insecure so she has a shy personality at first. Once you give her a few minutes to trust you, she gets comfort…
It's The Pits • San Diego, CA

If you’re looking for a medium-sized young lady with a playful and engaging personality, you’ll have to come check out Pfeifer! This sweet-faced Boxer…
The Barking Lot • San Diego, CA

Looking for a silly, outgoing, spunky and fun-loving Basset Hound and Boston Terrier mix to brighten your days? Then Heron may just be your guy! Heron…
The Barking Lot • San Diego, CA

Amelia is 8 years old and weighs 59 lbs. She is a soft, sweet girl with a good personality. She is a little shy at times, but is blossoming every day …
Baja Animal Sanctuary • San Diego, CA

Jillie is a 12 year old, 18 lbs. Chihuahua mix. She is a sweet girl and definitely a people dog. She loves to go for walks and car rides. She is potty…
Second Chance Dog Rescue • San Diego, CA

Forever Home Wanted!!! Jaxon is FABULOUS!! He knows SO many commands it is amazing! Jaxon is a very well mannered fella who is ready to get into a hom…
Labradors and Friends Dog Rescue Group • San Diego, CA

Meet Helga!! Helga is a beautiful 9-year-old, 75-pound German Shepherd/Malinois mix with a loyal heart and a big personality. Like many dogs of her br…
Second Chance Dog Rescue • San Diego, CA

Meet Mandie! She is around 3 years old and we believe she is a Lab and Golden Retriever mix. She is a sweet, easygoing girl who just recently moved in…
California Labradors Retrievers and More Rescue • San Diego, CA

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

Meet Scooter! Scooter is a charming 7-year-young, 10-pound Havanese/Poodle mix with a gentle heart and an easygoing personality. This sweet little guy…
Second Chance Dog Rescue • San Diego, CA

Meet Twilight! She is around 3 years old and we believe she is a Chihuahua and Terrier mix. Twilight is a reserved girl who takes time to buildup trus…
California Labradors Retrievers and More Rescue • San Diego, CA

Meet Bloom! This sweet girl is a 2-year-old Chihuahua and Terrier mix who is ready to find a family of her own. After lovingly raising her puppies, Bl…
California Labradors Retrievers and More Rescue • San Diego, CA

Meet Prada! Prada is a lovely and spirited girl around 2 years old. She came to us pregnant and delivered her puppies not long after she arrived. She …
California Labradors Retrievers and More Rescue • San Diego, CA

Meet Winston! Winston is a 9-year-old, approximately 12 lb Yorkie with the looks and spirit of a dog half his age. Winston loves to play and is always…
Second Chance Dog Rescue • San Diego, CA

Foster or Forever home wanted: Meet Kippy! Kippy is the kind of dog who sneaks into your heart before you realize it. She has the sweetest sugar-sprin…
Labradors and Friends Dog Rescue Group • San Diego, CA

Meet Wohali! She is about 1.5 years old and a beautiful white Great Pyrenees. She came to us with her equally adorable puppies, but she is ready to pu…
California Labradors Retrievers and More Rescue • San Diego, CA

Meet Lynne! This spunky and spirited girl is around 2 years old and we believe she is a Shepherd and Lab mix. She is fun, playful and athletic. She wi…
California Labradors Retrievers and More Rescue • San Diego, CA

Meet Henry! This gorgeous boy is around 7 years old and a black Lab mix. He is an extra large boy looking to lose a few pounds but he does love his wa…
California Labradors Retrievers and More Rescue • San Diego, CA

Looking for a loyal, athletic, and world-class snuggler? Meet Canelo! ✨ At 8 years young, Canelo spent his first 7 years living outdoors before being …
It's The Pits • San Diego, CA

Meet Teddy, an 8-year-old Poodle mix with a handsome tan and white coat and a gentle, loving personality. After losing the only home he had known for …
Woofs and Wags Dog Rescue • San Diego, CA

Meet Rocco! This lovable and friendly boy is around 1 year old and we believe he is a Boxer and Shepherd mix. He is housetrained, crated trained and i…
California Labradors Retrievers and More Rescue • San Diego, CA

Medium-sized, handsome, and happy as they come - that’s how we’d describe our guy, Pryor! New to The Barking Lot as of March, 2016, Pryor came to TBL …
The Barking Lot • San Diego, CA

Meet Dublin! Dublin is a sweet, gentle 7-year-old, 24 lb. Dachshund mix with a heart of gold. Although he’s had a very difficult start to life, it has…
Second Chance Dog Rescue • San Diego, CA

Meet Trek! This handsome boy is a sweet black Labrador Retriever around 8 years old. He is closs to 100 lbs but is a loving and loyal companion that e…
California Labradors Retrievers and More Rescue • San Diego, CA

Kiki is 10 years old and weighs 8 lbs. She’s still active and playful for senior girl, friendly with people, social with other dogs, and does well wit…
Baja Animal Sanctuary • San Diego, CA

Sylvester is 7 years old and weighs 20 lbs. He’s playful, has a calm temperament, friendly with people, and social with other dogs. Sylvester and Carl…
Baja Animal Sanctuary • San Diego, CA

Meet Anthem! This sweet and lovely girl is around 3 years old and we believe she is a mix of Lab and Border Collie or Shepherd. She came to us pregnan…
California Labradors Retrievers and More Rescue • San Diego, CA

Meet Cinder Cinder is a handsome 7-year-old, 56-pound boy who’s ready to find a home to call his own. He’s neutered, healthy, and just received a clea…
The Heroic Tail • San Diego, CA

Meet Princess Princess is a 10-year-old, 103-pound Pitbull whose life story will break your heart — and then completely inspire you. She was living on…
Second Leash on Life • San Diego, CA

Hi, I just arrived at It's The Pits. ITP is still getting to know me and will write my bio soon. Check back to read more about me or email adoptions@i…
It's The Pits • San Diego, CA

Forest is a Courtesy Post only and is not a Second Chance Dog Rescue dog. SCDR is not responsible for any ownership, behavior, health, and representat…
Second Chance Dog Rescue • San Diego, CA

Meet Cypress! Cypress is around 1 year old and a purebred Rottweiler. She is housetrained, knows a few commands and loves to go for walks. She is good…
California Labradors Retrievers and More Rescue • San Diego, CA

Maya is 8 years old and weighs 55 pounds. She is currently in a foster home and doing well. She would do best being the only dog in the hom. She is ac…
Baja Animal Sanctuary • San Diego, CA

Rocco’s journey to us began with a lifesaving act of compassion. Our friends at DaisyLu Ranch, a senior dog rescue in Camarillo, spotted a video of Ro…
Coastal K9 German Shepherd Rescue • San Diego, CA

Meet Willow. Willow is a lively 11 + year-old senior gal who still has plenty of spark and curiosity. She is a 23 pound chihuahua mix. She’s spunky, d…
Second Chance Dog Rescue • San Diego, CA

Royal is ready for you to roll the red carpets out for her. This precious girl is only around 25 lbs, about 2 years old, and we believe she is a mix o…
California Labradors Retrievers and More Rescue • San Diego, CA

Rescued from Rosarito, Mexico, Whiskey is 8 years young and full of heart. This happy, easygoing guy has a tail that never stops wagging and a gentle …
Woofs and Wags Dog Rescue • San Diego, CA

Stevie is 8-9 years old and weighs 10 lbs. She has a calm temperament and isn’t a barker. She’s timid but given time and patience she will learn to tr…
Baja Animal Sanctuary • San Diego, CA

Meet Krypto – 9-Year-Old Terrier Mix, 14 lbs of Pure Sweetness!Krypto is a mellow, affectionate little guy looking for his forever home. At 9 years ol…
Second Leash on Life • San Diego, CA

Meet August! She is a gorgeous 9 year old, 56 lb Belgian Malinois mix. August is pretty much perfect and it didn’t take her long to get settled in to …
Second Chance Dog Rescue • San Diego, CA

Meet Chiquita Chiquita is a gentle 10-year-old, 12 lb poodle–schnauzer mix with the sweetest heart. Her world was recently turned upside down when her…
The Heroic Tail • San Diego, CA

Meet Guera – The Spicy Senior & Her Sidekick Mia! ️ Guera is a 10-year-old Chihuahua queen with a chill attitude and a strong cuddle game. She takes a…
The Heroic Tail • San Diego, CA

Forever Home Wanted: Meet Franklin – A Gentle Senior Labrador! Franklin is an eight-year-old, 72-pound Champagne English Lab who spent his life shut a…
Labradors and Friends Dog Rescue Group • San Diego, CA

Foster or Forever Home Wanted!! Meet Apple! Apple came into the shelter as a stray, and this soulful lady has been patiently waiting for someone to no…
Labradors and Friends Dog Rescue Group • San Diego, CA

Meet Palermo! DOB: May 2017Weight: 5lbsDisposition: History: Rescued from a shelter in LA County by TBL in May 2025.Best Home: Amazing Qualities: If y…
The Barking Lot • San Diego, CA
QuicK Facts about Ghost: So sweet and playful. Beautiful blue eyes and beautiful personality to go with it! He will love to be your sidekick! VERY SOC…
Animal Rescuers Without Borders • San Diego, 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 San Diego, 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 San Diego right now, check back soon or browse all of California — new dogs are added regularly.
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