
Louie
Meet Louie, She is approximately 8 years old and 13 lbs!!! . Louie is a little timid at first, and needs a family that will give her time to adjust. L…
Keller's Kats Rescue, Inc. • Rochester, NY
Senior dogs near Rochester
Meet 4 adoptable senior dogs (age 7+) in and around Rochester. Each one is from a local shelter or rescue and ready to give an older dog's quiet, grateful love.
There are currently 4 adoptable senior dogs (age 7 and up) in and around Rochester, New York, 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 Rochester means a grateful companion close to home — and often a shorter drive to meet them in person.

Meet Louie, She is approximately 8 years old and 13 lbs!!! . Louie is a little timid at first, and needs a family that will give her time to adjust. L…
Keller's Kats Rescue, Inc. • Rochester, NY

Meet Zach & Jena This super sweet senior duo is upbeat, easygoing, and simply lovely to be around. They’re well-mannered, happy-go-lucky, and wonderfu…
G.R.A.S.P., Inc. • Rochester, NY

Meet 10-year-old 6-7lb Milton! Milton came to us from Irondequoit Animal Control and has quickly stolen our hearts. This sweet senior gentleman is hou…
G.R.A.S.P., Inc. • Rochester, NY
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 Rochester, New York, 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 Rochester right now, check back soon or browse all of New York — new dogs are added regularly.
Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.
Marley – The Gentle Giant with a Marshmallow Heart Marley is a 5ish year old pup with a heart as big as her paws. She might look like a burly girl, bu…
G.R.A.S.P., Inc. • Rochester, NY