Senior confirmed
BUDDY
BUDDY is a senior male German Shepherd Dog, large, currently at Contra Costa Animal Services in Martinez, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Contra Costa Animal Services • Martinez, CA
Senior dogs in California
Senior dogs for adoption in California
Meet 1204 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. Showing 691–720 of 1,204 below.
Last updated July 12, 2026 at 10:37 PM EDT. Listings refresh automatically, usually every 12 hours.
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. Always confirm availability and adoption requirements directly with the shelter or rescue.
Available senior dogs in California
Senior confirmed
DIRKS
DIRKS is a male, medium Terrier/Dachshund senior at Amador County Animal Control in Jackson, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Amador County Animal Control • Jackson, CA
10+ years
Chiquita
Say hello to Chiquita! Chiquita is a tiny, adorable 5-lb, 11-yr-old Chihuahua. She is the perfect lap dog! Her favorite spot is in your arms. Chiquita…
Second Chance Dog Rescue • San Diego, CA
Senior confirmed
Cupcake
Adoption fee: $650 Cupcake: Sweet, Spicy, and Looking for Her Person Cupcake's story started with heartbreak. When DPS volunteers first met her at the…
Doggie Protective Services • Romoland, CA
10+ years
Colgate Toothpaste
Meet the LOVABLE Colgate Toothpaste. Colgate is a 10 year old Chihuahua Mix. He's a VERY good boy who likes to spend most of his time near you. When h…
Umbrella of Hope • Pittsburg, CA
Senior confirmed
DRACO
DRACO is a senior male German Shepherd Dog, large, located at Riverside County Animal Control - Riverside Shelter in Riverside, CA. Senior dogs make w…
Riverside County Animal Control - Riverside Shelter • Riverside, CA
Senior confirmed
MAX
MAX is a senior male German Shepherd Dog, large, located at West Los Angeles Animal Care and Control Center in Los Angeles, CA. Senior dogs make wonde…
West Los Angeles Animal Care and Control Center • Los Angeles, CA
10+ years
MIGUEL
I'll be at the Camarillo Petco on Saturday, July 11th from 2 to 4! Hope to see you there!
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
10+ years
FETTY
A sweet, friendly senior dog. He enjoys meeting people, going for walks, and playing with rope toys. Fetty has participated in shelter playgroups and …
Sacramento County Animal Care and Regulation • Sacramento, CA
Senior confirmed
Winnie OC
Adorable and good natured Winnie, senior tweenie, gets along with everyone and every animal she's met so far. She is potty trained and suitable for ap…
Dachshund Rescue of Los Angeles • Los Angeles, CA
Senior confirmed
TAZ
TAZ is a senior male Siberian Husky, large, at Ventura County Animal Regulation in Camarillo, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
10+ years
HUGO
Meet Hugo, the senior staffie! Hugo arrived to the Shelter after his previous guardian was moving and unable to find dog-friendly housing. Hugo has hi…
Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter • Santa Cruz, CA
10+ years
BAYLOR
THIS PET IS A FOUND PET**Date Found:6/20/26Location Found: Bastille CtStatus of Pet: In FINDERS HomeMicrochip Status: Scanned, No Chip**This pet is wi…
City of Tracy Animal Services • Tracy, CA
Senior confirmed
MARNIE
MARNIE is a senior female American Pit Bull Terrier, large, at Berkeley Animal Care Services in Berkeley, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Berkeley Animal Care Services • Berkeley, CA
10+ years
MISSY
MISSY is a female senior Pug, small in size, located at the City of Rancho Cucamonga Animal Shelter in Rancho Cucamonga, CA. Senior dogs make wonderfu…
City of Rancho Cucamonga Animal Shelter • Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Senior confirmed
SUNFLOWER
This little nugget is all about people. She loves attention and gets upset if someone walks away from her kennel by giving a quick bark. Inside, she i…
Sacramento County Animal Care and Regulation • Sacramento, CA
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Titus (GrandPaws)
Titus is a 10‑year‑old gentleman who has perfected the art of easy living. He’s wonderful with kids and still enjoys a good game of fetch or tug‑of‑wa…
Central Valley Rescue Railroad • Lindsay, CA
10+ years
Keira
Keira is a small senior female Rat Terrier at Rescue Ranch in Yreka, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Rescue Ranch • Yreka, CA
Senior confirmed
ATLAS
ATLAS is a senior male Husky, medium size, at Los Angeles County Animal Control - Baldwin Park in Baldwin Park, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful compani…
Los Angeles County Animal Control - Baldwin Park • Baldwin Park, CA
Senior confirmed
ODIN
ODIN is a senior male German Shepherd Dog, medium size, located at Los Angeles County Animal Control - Baldwin Park in Baldwin Park, CA. Senior dogs m…
Los Angeles County Animal Control - Baldwin Park • Baldwin Park, CA
Senior confirmed
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Nelly
Welcome Nelly from Bradshaw Animal Services. Nelly hit the jackpot just in the nick of time with her foster and savior. This senior was almost out of …
Central Coast Herding Dog Rescue • Paso Robles, CA
Senior confirmed
MAX
Max walks well on a leash* Max takes treats gently* Max enjoys playing in the pool* Max appears to be potty trained* Max did well on his temperament t…
Moreno Valley Animal Shelter • Moreno Valley, CA
10+ years
Oso
Oso is a senior male German Shepherd Dog, a large dog located in El Centro, CA at the Humane Society of Imperial Valley. Senior dogs make wonderful co…
Humane Society of Imperial Valley • El Centro, CA
Senior confirmed
Brownie
Brownie is a senior female German Shepherd Dog (large) at the Humane Society of Imperial Valley in El Centro, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful companion…
Humane Society of Imperial Valley • El Centro, CA
Senior confirmed
PEBBLES
PEBBLES is a large female Pit Bull Terrier senior at San Bernardino City Animal Control in San Bernardino, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
San Bernardino City Animal Control • San Bernardino, CA
10+ years
KAT
Kat (A238615) is a 12-year-old pit bull who still has so much value—love, companionship, and quiet devotion. She’s a senior, but she’s far from finish…
Monterey County Animal Services • Salinas, CA
10+ years
TACO
TACO is a small, senior male Chihuahua at Corona Animal Services in Corona, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Corona Animal Services • Corona, CA
Senior confirmed
CHOCOLATE
Meet Chocolate - every bit as sweet as her name suggests! Chocolate came into our care as a stray after being found wandering in the city of Fillmore.…
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
Senior confirmed
ZOEY
ZOEY is a senior female Pit Bull Terrier, large in size, located in Castaic, CA at Los Angeles County Animal Control - Castaic. Senior dogs make wonde…
Los Angeles County Animal Control - Castaic • Castaic, CA
Senior dogs in California by breed
Senior dogs in California by city
Shelters & rescues with senior dogs in California
These organizations currently have at least one adoptable senior dog listed on Lily's Second Chance.
- Ventura County Animal Regulation — Camarillo, California · See Ventura County Animal Regulation’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- South Los Angeles Animal Care and Control Center — Los Angeles, California · See South Los Angeles Animal Care and Control Center’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Riverside County Animal Control - Riverside Shelter — Riverside, California · See Riverside County Animal Control - Riverside Shelter’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Los Angeles County Animal Control - Baldwin Park — Baldwin Park, California · See Los Angeles County Animal Control - Baldwin Park’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Los Angeles County Animal Control - Lancaster — Lancaster, California · See Los Angeles County Animal Control - Lancaster’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Los Angeles County Animal Control - Downey — Downey, California · See Los Angeles County Animal Control - Downey’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- San Bernardino City Animal Control — San Bernardino, California · See San Bernardino City Animal Control’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- United Hope for Animals — Pasadena, California · See United Hope for Animals’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- North Central Animal Care and Control — Los Angeles, California · See North Central Animal Care and Control’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Orange County Animal Care Center — Orange, California · See Orange County Animal Care Center’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Canine Adoption and Rescue League — Santa Paula, California · See Canine Adoption and Rescue League’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Kern Co Animal Control Dept - Bakersfield — Bakersfield, California · See Kern Co Animal Control Dept - Bakersfield’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- West Valley Animal Care and Control Center — Chatsworth, California · See West Valley Animal Care and Control Center’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- East Valley Animal Care and Control Center — Van Nuys, California · See East Valley Animal Care and Control Center’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Riverside County Animal Control - Coachella Shelter — Thousand Palms, California · See Riverside County Animal Control - Coachella Shelter’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Contra Costa Animal Services — Martinez, California · See Contra Costa Animal Services’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Harbor Animal Care and Control Center — San Pedro, California · See Harbor Animal Care and Control Center’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Los Angeles County Animal Control - Carson — Gardena, California · See Los Angeles County Animal Control - Carson’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Mutts in Need — Newport Beach, California · See Mutts in Need’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Oakland Animal Services — Oakland, California · See Oakland Animal Services’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Stanislaus County Animal Services — Modesto, California · See Stanislaus County Animal Services’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Los Angeles County Animal Control - Agoura — Agoura, California · See Los Angeles County Animal Control - Agoura’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Moreno Valley Animal Shelter — Moreno Valley, California · See Moreno Valley Animal Shelter’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Wags and Whiskers Pet Rescue — Chico, California · See Wags and Whiskers Pet Rescue’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
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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. Lily's Second Chance 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.
Can I adopt a senior dog from another city in California?
Yes. Most shelters and rescues in California welcome adopters from anywhere in the state, and some can arrange transport within California for the right match. Open a dog's profile to see the organization's contact details and ask them directly how their process works.
What should I expect in the first weeks after adopting a senior dog in California?
Senior dogs usually settle in faster than puppies because they're already past the most demanding stage. Expect a brief adjustment period — they may be shy at first, then relax into their personality. A consistent routine, a comfortable spot to rest, and patience are usually all it takes.
Can I foster a senior dog in California instead of adopting?
Many shelters and rescues in California offer foster programs — sometimes with a foster-to-adopt path so you can try the match before committing. Fostering is especially valuable for senior dogs because it gets them out of a kennel and into a calm home while they wait for their forever family. Ask the organization on any dog's profile whether fostering is available.
Are senior dogs good with children or other pets in a California home?
Many senior dogs are calm, gentle, and well-suited to family life — but it depends on the individual dog more than anything else. The shelter or rescue caring for each dog can tell you their specific history with children, cats, and other dogs before you apply. Many organizations offer meet-and-greets to make sure the match is right for everyone.
Know a senior dog in California who needs a home?
Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.