Senior dogs near St. Louis
Meet 12 adoptable senior dogs (age 7+) in and around St. Louis. Each one is from a local shelter or rescue and ready to give an older dog's quiet, grateful love.
There are currently 12 adoptable senior dogs (age 7 and up) in and around St. Louis, Missouri, 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 St. Louis means a grateful companion close to home — and often a shorter drive to meet them in person.
Meet Sir: The Ultra-Chill Gentle Breed: Akita Age: Almost 8 years old Weight: 115 lbs Coat: Incredibly soft and plush If you are looking for a big, ha…
Needy Paws Rescue • St. Louis, MO
Tiny's previous family says he has lived successfully with kids, cats, AND dogs! He knows the following commands: come, go, lay down, speak, sit, outs…
Animal Protective Association of Missouri • St. Louis, MO
Montana was brought in to us because her previous family fell on hard times - but she was clearly very loved! Her previous family says she loves chees…
Animal Protective Association of Missouri • St. Louis, MO
Meet Fern, an 8½-year-old Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Bichon mix. She is loving, gentle, and truly one of the sweetest dogs I’ve ever met…
Needy Paws Rescue • St. Louis, MO
If you're looking for a Velcro lap dog look no further than Karen, she's a 26 lb, 7-year-old bundle of loving sweetness. Karen comes from a hoarding s…
Needy Paws Rescue • St. Louis, MO
If you like Rottweilers, then you will love Brandie. She is a little bit older 8 years old we think and weighs in at 75 pounds. She was found behind W…
Needy Paws Rescue • St. Louis, MO
Layla is such a sweetheart! She has a calm, relaxed disposition and just wants to make friends with everyone she meets. This older gal walks well on l…
Animal Protective Association of Missouri • St. Louis, MO
** SPECIAL NEEDS ** Level 4 Heart Murmur ** **REQUIRES FENCED YARD ** Meet 'Beans', an 8-1/2 yr old, 12 lb, Chihuahua Mix . He's considered 'Special N…
Needy Paws Rescue • St. Louis, MO
MUST BE ONLY DOG FENCED YARD REQUIRED Primm is an 12 year old pit mix. She is very friendly with humans but must be an only dog. She is reactive in th…
Needy Paws Rescue • St. Louis, MO
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 St. Louis, Missouri, 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 St. Louis right now, check back soon or browse all of Missouri — new dogs are added regularly.
Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.