Kuma
Hi! My name is Kuma and I'm new to SVPP! We are still getting to know one another and I have a couple of medical needs to work on...I'm already doing …
Silicon Valley Pet Project • San Jose, CA
Senior dogs near San Jose
Meet 11 adoptable senior dogs (age 7+) in and around San Jose. Each one is from a local shelter or rescue and ready to give an older dog's quiet, grateful love.
There are currently 11 adoptable senior dogs (age 7 and up) in and around San Jose, 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 Jose means a grateful companion close to home — and often a shorter drive to meet them in person.
Hi! My name is Kuma and I'm new to SVPP! We are still getting to know one another and I have a couple of medical needs to work on...I'm already doing …
Silicon Valley Pet Project • San Jose, CA
05/28/26 15:55Friendly 8 year old German shepherd in need of non-urgent rescue. Prior ear injury. Severe bilateral ear infections - treated under seda…
San Jose Animal Care Center • San Jose, CA
06/03/26 11:01Meet Morgan â a friendly senior looking for his next adventure.Morgan is a 9-year-old Pit Bull who arrived at the shelter with a histo…
San Jose Animal Care Center • San Jose, CA
06/17/26 15:59 Justin's wounds from intake date healed beautifully! However, he has chronic mild to moderate ear infections that have not healed with …
San Jose Animal Care Center • San Jose, CA
05/22/26 09:44From the foster:Orange (who I call biscuit) is the most loving and happy dog. You wonât see him without a smile or a wagging tail. He …
San Jose Animal Care Center • San Jose, CA
Jumbo Joe, aka JoJo, is not your average Joe! He's a 7-year-old big baby who adores his humans and savors special cuddle times with them. Jojo loves h…
One Planet Rescue • San Jose, CA
Twix Sweeter than the candy bar — and a whole lot less messy! Meet Twix: one part pig, one part dog, one hundred percent irresistible. This 8 or so ye…
One Planet Rescue • San Jose, CA
04/29/26 13:33From the foster home: Matilda is a happy, loving pup who gets along well with her four foster siblings. She has the cutest habit of herd…
San Jose Animal Care Center • San Jose, CA
Meet Walter — The 100% Egyptian Street Dog and Blanket Expert. There were no options to select "Egyptian Street Dog" or "Baladi", so we had to select …
Silicon Valley Pet Project • San Jose, CA
06/14/26 08:41Bubbles has been a little angel since arriving to us over 6 MONTHS AGO, and while we do love him, the shelter is no palce for a special …
San Jose Animal Care Center • San Jose, CA
***COCO(A1221021) has been placed on final on 06/23/26.***He must be pulled prior to 5:00 PM on 07/16/2026 or he will be humanely euthanized. Upon arr…
San Jose Animal Care Center • San Jose, 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 Jose, 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 Jose 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.