Senior confirmed
Bruno
Saved By Grace Animal Rescue • Shreveport, LA
Senior dogs in Louisiana
Senior dogs for adoption in Louisiana
Meet 29 adoptable senior dogs (age 7+) in Louisiana. Each one is from a shelter or rescue and ready to give an older dog's quiet, grateful love.
Last updated August 21, 2026 at 1:45 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 Louisiana 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 Louisiana
10+ years
Cookie
Cookie is a older gal, approximately 13 years old. She may be older but she is still a spunky girl who loves people, dogs, cats, naps, and meal time. …
Saved By Grace Animal Rescue • Shreveport, LA
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
Wulf
Wulf is an older midsized man who is shy and doesn't like new places until he has some time to decompress. Once he does, he is very friendly, and love…
Union Humane Society • Farmerville, LA
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
Hank
Hank is a gentle older man who likes all humans including kids. He is good with other dogs. He hasn't been cat testing but foster believes he would do…
Union Humane Society • Farmerville, LA
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
Orville Woofenbacher (cannot be fixed per vet)
Take Paws Rescue • New Orleans, LA
10+ years
Rocky
Rocky is ready to find a FOREVER home or even a foster. After being with a foster almost a month and only getting positive feed back I was contacted F…
Saved By Grace Animal Rescue • Shreveport, LA
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
10+ years
D.O.G.(DeeOhhGee)
Saved By Grace Animal Rescue • Shreveport, LA
Senior confirmed
Ziggy (Reduced Rover)
Ziggy was brought in as a stray Boarding @ Dogtopia *animal aggressive. Great with humans, kids.
Take Paws Rescue • New Orleans, LA
Senior confirmed
Miriam (reduced rover)
3/17/22 still available on PF. Went through board and train at The Good Dog, back at cafe 1/7/24
Take Paws Rescue • New Orleans, LA
10+ years
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
10+ years
10+ years
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
10+ years
10+ years
Lillie Grace
NEW You Tube video link: https://youtube.com/shorts/FwJ6rKjE7c4 FOR ADOPTION! Note: Only those with a responsible dog ownership history and excellent …
Ninna's Road to Rescue • Benton, LA
Senior confirmed
Lexie Lynn
You Tube video link: https://youtube.com/shorts/E_It8ZWic0w FOR ADOPTION! Note: Only those with a responsible dog ownership history and excellent vet …
Ninna's Road to Rescue • Benton, LA
10+ years
Charlie
Text messages to 504-458-0531 or emails to [email protected] for general inquiries. Please call 504-458-0531 to schedule a Meet & Greet. Visit …
Metairie Humane (rescue & adoptions) • Metairie, LA
Senior confirmed
Willard
You Tube video link: https://youtu.be/6i97dAQe6sw FOR ADOPTION! Note: Only those with a responsible dog ownership history and excellent vet reference …
Ninna's Road to Rescue • Benton, LA
Senior confirmed
Banyan
You Tube video link: https://youtube.com/shorts/hyx2GxWmDgk FOR ADOPTION! Note: Only those with a responsible dog ownership history and excellent vet …
Ninna's Road to Rescue • Benton, LA
Senior dogs in Louisiana by breed
Senior dogs in Louisiana by city
Shelters & rescues with senior dogs in Louisiana
These organizations currently have at least one adoptable senior dog listed on Lily's Second Chance.
- stpgov.org — Lacombe, Louisiana · See stpgov.org’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Take Paws Rescue — New Orleans, Louisiana · See Take Paws Rescue’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Ninna's Road to Rescue — Benton, Louisiana · See Ninna's Road to Rescue’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Saved By Grace Animal Rescue — Shreveport, Louisiana · See Saved By Grace Animal Rescue’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- St. Tammany Parish Department of Animal Services — Lacombe, Louisiana · See St. Tammany Parish Department of Animal Services’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Union Humane Society — Farmerville, Louisiana · See Union Humane Society’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Metairie Humane (rescue & adoptions) — Metairie, Louisiana · See Metairie Humane (rescue & adoptions)’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
Senior dogs in other states
Adopting a senior dog in Louisiana — 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 Louisiana?
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 Louisiana?
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 Louisiana?
Yes. Most shelters and rescues in Louisiana welcome adopters from anywhere in the state, and some can arrange transport within Louisiana 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 Louisiana?
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 Louisiana instead of adopting?
Many shelters and rescues in Louisiana 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 Louisiana 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 Louisiana who needs a home?
Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.