10+ years
Shawny
Shawny is an amazing girl who loves to play, chase balls, and be interactive. She enjoys her kiddie pool and adores her tennis balls! Despite the pics…
Don't Bully Us Rescue • Wenonah, NJ
Senior dogs in New Jersey
Senior dogs for adoption in New Jersey
Meet 118 adoptable senior dogs (age 7+) in New Jersey. Each one is from a shelter or rescue and ready to give an older dog's quiet, grateful love. Showing 31–60 of 118 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 New Jersey 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 New Jersey
10+ years
Comer (Nedra Coco)
Comer is a precious 10-year-old Corgi/Terrier mix who’s sure to capture your heart. Weighing in at a perfect 30 lbs, she’s the ideal size to curl up o…
Eleventh Hour Rescue • Rockaway, NJ
Senior confirmed
Harley SCAS
Harley is the kind of dog who has been someone’s whole world—and now he’s looking for that again. At 8 years old and 70 lbs, this stunning blue tick m…
Eleventh Hour Rescue • Rockaway, NJ
10+ years
Albert
Hi I'm Albert! I have no grand ambitions of running marathons or catching frisbees. Instead, my hobbies include laying on my dog bed, snacks and simpl…
St. Hubert’s Animal Welfare Center • Madison, NJ
Senior confirmed
Buster - Available in Foster
Meet Buster! Here's some things we've learned from his foster. Buster is the perfect blend of chill, playfulness and loyalty. He loves to play fetch a…
St. Hubert’s Animal Welfare Center • Madison, NJ
Senior confirmed
Wilbert Newark
Meet Wilbert, a handsome, short, and stocky Bulldog mix pulled into our rescue from a local inner-city shelter. This charming fellow is 8 years old an…
Eleventh Hour Rescue • Rockaway, NJ
At Risk
Lucky Havard
Meet Lucky! Lucky is a 10 year old Labrador Retriever/Cattle Dog mix who was sadly surrendered to a kill shelter after his former family decided they …
Eleventh Hour Rescue • Rockaway, NJ
10+ years
Shadow/King Havard
Eleventh Hour Rescue • Rockaway, NJ
10+ years
Pongo Beaufort
Meet Pongo, the dashingly handsome 13 year-old retriever/hound mix who weighs 60 pounds. This playful and affectionate boy is friendly, energetic, and…
Eleventh Hour Rescue • Rockaway, NJ
10+ years
Shelby (SADIE)
From Shelby's kennel buddy: Shelby was adopted as a puppy and recently returned after 2 years in her home. The owners say they returned her because of…
Eleventh Hour Rescue • Rockaway, NJ
10+ years
Drew Steele
Hey there, I'm Drew, a feisty 12-year-old, 20 lb Beagle mix who plays nicely with other dogs but has a spicy side when it comes to my stuff and my peo…
Eleventh Hour Rescue • Rockaway, NJ
10+ years
Flanna
Flanna, Pomeranian mix, Black and White, Female spayed, 13 years old At 13 years old, this adorable girl is proof that age is just a number. Don’t let…
Southern Ocean County Animal Facility • Manahawkin, NJ
10+ years
Hero
Hero, Irish Setter mix, Red and white, Male neutered, 10 years old Don’t let his age fool you, Hero still h as so much to offer! He is incredibly smar…
Southern Ocean County Animal Facility • Manahawkin, NJ
Senior confirmed
Diego
Diego, Border Collie mix, Black and White, Male neutered, 8 years old This handsome boy is truly a wonderful companion. He is dog and cat friendly, an…
Southern Ocean County Animal Facility • Manahawkin, NJ
10+ years
Monty NJ
Monty is a sweet senior gentleman whose world was turned upside down through no fault of his own. When his owner lost his home, he did everything he c…
Eleventh Hour Rescue • Rockaway, NJ
10+ years
Chili Athens
Chili is a 12-year-old, 37-pound "mini pittie" with the sweetest soul and the cutest little grandma face you've ever seen. This tiny senior has endure…
Eleventh Hour Rescue • Rockaway, NJ
Senior confirmed
Kuqo Albania
Kuqo is an old soul who has wanted nothing more than a home all these years. He survived most of his life on the streets, one of the lucky ones who es…
Eleventh Hour Rescue • Rockaway, NJ
10+ years
PRECIOUS
COURTESY POSTING...URGENT PRECIOUS is a SENIOR, 12 yo, male Bichon. He is neutered and UTD on vetting. No health issues, possible early stage cataract…
Wilma's Orphans, Inc. • Jackson, NJ
Senior confirmed
CASSIE
8 years old. Thank you for your interest in adopting a rescued Basset Hound! We ask all potential adopters to complete our application and approval pr…
Tri-State Basset Hound Rescue • Milmay, NJ
10+ years
AWESOME AIDEN
Meet Aiden, a charming ten-year-old French Bulldog with a story as unique as his personality. For most of his life, Aiden was the devoted companion of…
Critter Companion Rescue • Sussex, NJ
Senior confirmed
BREWER
Brewer is a very easy going 9 years young and only 8 pounds Shih Tzu/ Poodle mix boy that always wears a happy smile and a loving heart that is ready …
Critter Companion Rescue • Sussex, NJ
Senior confirmed
Olivetta Doxie TX
Olivetta is a purebred Dachshund who is a retired breeder who has been surrendered to a rescuer. She is 8 years old and is extremely shy and sweet. Sh…
Northstar Pet Rescue • Boonton, NJ
Senior confirmed
Bobbin Athens
Meet Bobbin, a charming 7-year-old Chihuahua with a big personality packed into a tiny body! Rescued from Georgia alongside her housemate, Button, Bob…
Eleventh Hour Rescue • Rockaway, NJ
Senior confirmed
Marley GCH
Meet Marley, an 8-year-old sweetheart with a heart as gentle as they come. Weighing 47 pounds, she's the perfect medium-sized companion who is happies…
Eleventh Hour Rescue • Rockaway, NJ
Senior confirmed
Cookie
Cookie was an owner surrender stated to be between 7 and 8 years old. He's a sweet boy but needs time to warm up to people. Cookie has been brought up…
3 Hearts 4 Paws Animal Rescue • Morganville, NJ
Senior confirmed
Moses
Age: 9 Years Sex: Male Size: Medium Good With Dogs: Yes Good With Cats: Yes Good With Children: Yes If you are looking for a soulmate in canine form, …
Sedona Shepherd Sanctuary • Millburn, NJ
Senior confirmed
Juneau
Meet Juneau! Juneau is an 8-year-old Pomsky with a gorgeous coat, stunning blue eyes, and an even more beautiful personality. She is healthy, has no k…
Rescue Ridge • Spring Lake, NJ
Senior confirmed
Hikaru
Hikaru, American Bully, Brindle and White, Male neutered, 7 years old Hikaru is a friendly boy who enjoys being by your side and getting lots of love …
Northern Ocean County Animal Facility • Jackson, NJ
Senior confirmed
Zena
Zena, Bully/Lab mix, Black and White, Female spayed, 8 years old Zena is a very sweet girl who loves getting attention and getting lots of pets! She w…
Northern Ocean County Animal Facility • Jackson, NJ
At Risk
Luka TX
Meet Luka Luka's story before arriving at a high-kill Texas shelter is a bit of a mystery. What we do know is that he came to us with a large mass on …
Northstar Pet Rescue • Boonton, NJ
Senior dogs in New Jersey by breed
Senior dogs in New Jersey by city
Shelters & rescues with senior dogs in New Jersey
These organizations currently have at least one adoptable senior dog listed on Lily's Second Chance.
- Eleventh Hour Rescue — Dover, New Jersey · See Eleventh Hour Rescue’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Northstar Pet Rescue — Boonton, New Jersey · See Northstar Pet Rescue’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Husky House — Matawan, New Jersey · See Husky House ’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Tri-State Basset Hound Rescue — Milmay, New Jersey · See Tri-State Basset Hound Rescue’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Wag On Inn Rescue — Oakhurst, New Jersey · See Wag On Inn Rescue’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Northern Ocean County Animal Facility — Jackson , New Jersey · See Northern Ocean County Animal Facility’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- NJ South Hills Pet Rescue, Inc — Chester, New Jersey · See NJ South Hills Pet Rescue, Inc’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Rescue Haven Foundation — Caldwell, New Jersey · See Rescue Haven Foundation’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Rescue Ridge — Howell Township, New Jersey · See Rescue Ridge’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Southern Ocean County Animal Facility — Manahawkin, New Jersey · See Southern Ocean County Animal Facility’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Bloomingdale Regional Animal Shelter Socety, Inc. — Bloomingdale, New Jersey · See Bloomingdale Regional Animal Shelter Socety, Inc.’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Burlington County Animal Alliance — Mount Laurel Township, New Jersey · See Burlington County Animal Alliance’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Chelsea's Hope Boxer Rescue — Monticello, New Jersey · See Chelsea's Hope Boxer Rescue’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Critter Companion Rescue — Sussex, New Jersey · See Critter Companion Rescue’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Sedona Shepherd Sanctuary — Millburn, New Jersey · See Sedona Shepherd Sanctuary’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- South Jersey Rescue — Gibbstown, New Jersey · See South Jersey Rescue’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- 3 Hearts 4 Paws Animal Rescue — Morganville, New Jersey · See 3 Hearts 4 Paws Animal Rescue’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Best Friend Dog and Animal Adoption Inc — Scotch Plains, New Jersey · See Best Friend Dog and Animal Adoption Inc’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- No Paw Left Behind Animal Rescue — Jackson Township, New Jersey · See No Paw Left Behind Animal Rescue’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Peace 4 Paws Inc. — Westwood, New Jersey · See Peace 4 Paws Inc.’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- S&L Animal Rescue, Inc. — Pittstown, New Jersey · See S&L Animal Rescue, Inc.’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- St. Hubert’s Animal Welfare Center — Madison, New Jersey · See St. Hubert’s Animal Welfare Center’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Wilma's Orphans, Inc. — Jackson, New Jersey · See Wilma's Orphans, Inc.’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Castle of Dreams Animal Rescue — Cliffwood, New Jersey · See Castle of Dreams Animal Rescue’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
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Adopting a senior dog in New Jersey — 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 New Jersey?
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 New Jersey?
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 New Jersey?
Yes. Most shelters and rescues in New Jersey welcome adopters from anywhere in the state, and some can arrange transport within New Jersey 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 New Jersey?
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 New Jersey instead of adopting?
Many shelters and rescues in New Jersey 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 New Jersey 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 New Jersey who needs a home?
Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.