Senior confirmed
CLEO
Hi there! I am newer to the shelter and the team is still getting to know me!
Lake County Animal Services • Tavares, FL
Senior dogs in Florida
Senior dogs for adoption in Florida
Meet 451 adoptable senior dogs (age 7+) in Florida. Each one is from a shelter or rescue and ready to give an older dog's quiet, grateful love. Showing 301–330 of 451 below.
Last updated July 12, 2026 at 9:30 AM 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 Florida 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 Florida
10+ years
Mia & Milu (Bonded Pair)
Name: Bonded pair- Mia & Milu Breed: Maltese mix & ShihTzuAge: 13yr & 5yrVaccines: last in 2023 Any medical conditions: NoneNeutered: YesChip: YesTemp…
Paws 4 You Rescue • Miami, FL
10+ years
Grandpa Leo
Allow us to introduce Grandpa Leo, a charming 12-year-old Shih Tzu with a heart as big as his personality. Life has given him a few bumps along the wa…
Polka Dogz Pet REscue, INc. • oakland, FL
10+ years
Taz
Taz is a sweet, easy going senior boy ready for his forever home. He’s dog-friendly, gentle, and happiest when he’s lounging in the sun or relaxing ne…
Payton's Promise Sanctuary • Marathon, FL
Senior confirmed
APOLLO
APOLLO is a senior male Pit Bull Terrier, large in size. He is at Orange County Animal Services in Orlando, FL. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Orange County Animal Services • Orlando, FL
Senior confirmed
LENNY
Lenny is a happy-go-lucky pup with a playful spirit and a heart full of love. This energetic boy is always ready for fun, especially if it involves hi…
Lake County Animal Services • Tavares, FL
10+ years
Maggie May
Meet Maggie. This mature awesome gal ended up at the shelter when her human passed away. Maggie was diagnosed with a mast cell tumor between one of he…
Plenty of Pit Bulls • Gainesville, FL
Senior confirmed
CHARLIE
Charlie came in as a stray on 3/27 and, although microchipped, his previous owner was unable to reclaim him. He was reported to be housebroken and cra…
Marion County Animal Services • Ocala, FL
Senior confirmed
NOLA
Meet Nola ??Nola (A2764039) is an 8-year-old American Bulldog mix with a calm, gentle spirit and a heart full of love. She’s a true cuddle bug who lov…
Miami Dade Animal Services • Miami, FL
Senior confirmed
ODEN
ODEN is a senior male American Bulldog, large, at Miami Dade Animal Services in Miami, FL. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Miami Dade Animal Services • Miami, FL
10+ years
ACE
ACE is a male senior Boxer, medium size, at Miami Dade Animal Services in Miami, FL. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Miami Dade Animal Services • Miami, FL
10+ years
FRED
Meet Fred Around 10 years old, Fred is the definition of a gentle soul. He’s calm, well-mannered, potty trained, easy on the leash, and already knows …
Marion County Animal Services • Ocala, FL
Senior confirmed
POPPY
Hello dear! My name is Poppy. I am an eight-year-old LabradorRetriever mix. I am a very sweet, affectionate pup. I love being aroundpeople and receivi…
Miami Dade Animal Services • Miami, FL
Senior confirmed
SMOKEY
Meet Smokey! His adoption fee is sponsored by BreedBar.
Orange County Animal Services • Orlando, FL
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Peanut Butter
Meet Peanut Butter — a tiny old soul with a big personality and a heart that refuses to be overlooked. At 14 years young, this chihuahua mix found him…
Polka Dogz Pet REscue, INc. • oakland, FL
Senior confirmed
ZEUS 4
SPONSORED BY PET PROJECT**The Pet Project will provide food, annual vaccinations, heartworm medication, flea and tick medication and reduced cost vete…
Broward County Animal Care & Regulation - Ft. Lauderdale • Fort Lauderdale, FL
10+ years
Billy
Meet Billy—also known as “Sir Snacks-a-Lot." He is the definition of unconditional love. Billy is truly the total package when it comes to a laid-back…
Lil Rascals Dog Rescue • Osteen, FL
10+ years
Louie
Meet Louie, a 13 to 15-year-old, 11-pound Chihuahua with a sweet, independent personality. Louie may be a senior, but he still has some spunk! One of …
Lil Rascals Dog Rescue • Osteen, FL
Senior confirmed
TATOR
TATOR is a senior male Black Mouth Cur / Boxer, medium size, located in Orlando, FL at Orange County Animal Services. Senior dogs make wonderful compa…
Orange County Animal Services • Orlando, FL
10+ years
Spotty
Meet Spotty! At 16 years young, Spotty is a sweet senior with a heart full of love—literally! He came to us after his previous family could no longer …
Polka Dogz Pet REscue, INc. • oakland, FL
Senior confirmed
Optimus
Optimus is a very loving male 8 year old . He is looking for a home with a big screen TV and a comfy couch he can hang out with his new family. He is …
Great Dane Rescue of South Florida • Palm Beach, FL
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BRINA
Brina is an 8-year-old Pit Bull mix with a sweet, loving personality and lots of life left! She walks well on a leash, is potty trained, and knows “no…
Miami Dade Animal Services • Miami, FL
10+ years
Tucker
No one has asked about Tucker… and we can’t understand why. He’s only 11 pounds. He’s gentle. He’s loving. And all he wants… is someone to stay close …
NAIA's Pet Rescue • west Palm Beach, FL
Senior confirmed
PREST
Meet PREST, a senior male Staffordshire Bull Terrier. He is a medium-sized dog at Orange County Animal Services in Orlando, FL. Senior dogs make wonde…
Orange County Animal Services • Orlando, FL
Senior confirmed
JACK
Jack is a high-energy guy with a big personality and an even bigger love for treats. If you’ve got snacks, you’ve got his full attention—he’s incredib…
Lake County Animal Services • Tavares, FL
Senior confirmed
AXEL
I am AXEL! A stands for AMAZING, X stands for XCEPTIONAL (yes, that counts), E stands for ENTERTANINING, and L stands for LOVELY. Mix that all togethe…
Marion County Animal Services • Ocala, FL
10+ years
ROCK
ROCK is a large male Terrier, a senior, currently at Seminole County Animal Services in Sanford, FL. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Seminole County Animal Services • Sanford, FL
Senior confirmed
CHICO (DONUT)
CHICO (DONUT) is a senior male Pit Bull Terrier, medium size, currently at Seminole County Animal Services in Sanford, FL. Senior dogs make wonderful …
Seminole County Animal Services • Sanford, FL
Senior confirmed
DAISY
Meet Daisy! Her adoption fee is sponsored by BreedBar.
Orange County Animal Services • Orlando, FL
Senior confirmed
KING
SPONSORED BY PET PROJECT**The Pet Project will provide food, annual vaccinations, heartworm medication, flea and tick medication and reduced cost vete…
Broward County Animal Care & Regulation - Ft. Lauderdale • Fort Lauderdale, FL
Senior dogs in Florida by breed
Senior dogs in Florida by city
Shelters & rescues with senior dogs in Florida
These organizations currently have at least one adoptable senior dog listed on Lily's Second Chance.
- Miami Dade Animal Services — Miami, Florida · See Miami Dade Animal Services’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Foster Home — Palmetto, Florida · See Foster Home’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Lake County Animal Services — Tavares, Florida · See Lake County Animal Services’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Miami-Dade Animal Services — Doral, Florida · See Miami-Dade Animal Services’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Marion County Animal Services — Ocala, Florida · See Marion County Animal Services’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Seminole County Animal Services — Sanford, Florida · See Seminole County Animal Services’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Orange County Animal Services — Orlando, Florida · See Orange County Animal Services’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Broward County Animal Care & Regulation - Ft. Lauderdale — Fort Lauderdale, Florida · See Broward County Animal Care & Regulation - Ft. Lauderdale’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Dachshund Rescue South Florida — Weston, Florida · See Dachshund Rescue South Florida’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Osceola County Animal Services — St. Cloud, Florida · See Osceola County Animal Services’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- UFAR Animals Rescue — Margate, Florida · See UFAR Animals Rescue’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Paws 4 You Rescue — Miami, Florida · See Paws 4 You Rescue’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Tampa Bay Beagle Rescue, Inc. — Tampa, Florida · See Tampa Bay Beagle Rescue, Inc.’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Tallahassee-Leon Community Animal Service Center — Tallahassee, Florida · See Tallahassee-Leon Community Animal Service Center’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Clay County Animal Care and Control — Green Cove Springs, Florida · See Clay County Animal Care and Control’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Lil Rascals Dog Rescue — Osteen, Florida · See Lil Rascals Dog Rescue’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Polka Dogz Pet REscue, INc. — oakland, Florida · See Polka Dogz Pet REscue, INc.’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- A Second Chance Puppies and Kittens Rescue — Royal Palm Beach, Florida · See A Second Chance Puppies and Kittens Rescue’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Lee County Domestic Animal Services — Fort Myers, Florida · See Lee County Domestic Animal Services’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Pet Rescue By Judy — Sanford, Florida · See Pet Rescue By Judy’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Jacksonville Humane Society — Jacksonville, Florida · See Jacksonville Humane Society’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Manatee County Animal Services — Palmetto, Florida · See Manatee County Animal Services’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League of the Palm Beaches, Inc. — West Palm Beach, Florida · See Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League of the Palm Beaches, Inc.’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Adopt Citrus County Animal Shelter Pets — Inverness, Florida · See Adopt Citrus County Animal Shelter Pets’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
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Adopting a senior dog in Florida — 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 Florida?
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 Florida?
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 Florida?
Yes. Most shelters and rescues in Florida welcome adopters from anywhere in the state, and some can arrange transport within Florida 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 Florida?
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 Florida instead of adopting?
Many shelters and rescues in Florida 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 Florida 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 Florida who needs a home?
Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.