Senior
Senior dogs in North Carolina
Senior dogs for adoption in North Carolina
Meet 31 adoptable senior dogs (age 7+) in North Carolina. Each one is from a shelter or rescue and ready to give an older dog's quiet, grateful love.
There are currently 31 adoptable senior dogs in North Carolina, each pulled from a local shelter or rescue. 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 North Carolina means you typically know their size, temperament, and energy level from day one: fewer surprises, and a grateful companion who settles in fast.
Senior
Senior
VIOLET
Weight: 71 pounds · Kennel: FOSTER · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
Senior
WILLETTE
Weight: 45 pounds · Kennel: FOSTER · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
Senior
TREENA
Weight: 65 pounds · Kennel: FOSTER · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
Senior
HOLLY
Weight: 52 pounds · Kennel: FOSTER · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
Senior
CLARABELLE
Weight: 38 pounds · Kennel: FOSTER · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
Senior
DEJA
Weight: 44 pounds · Kennel: FOSTER · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
Senior
KODA
Weight: 59 pounds · Kennel: ADOPT 07L · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
Senior
STELLALUNA THE FRUIT BAT
Weight: 72 pounds · Kennel: FOSTER · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
Senior
BOOGIE
Weight: 47 pounds · Kennel: FOSTER · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
Senior
BLUE
Weight: 65 pounds · Kennel: FOSTER · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
Senior
ARTHUR
Weight: 48 pounds · Kennel: FOSTER · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
Senior
ANUBIS
Weight: 55 pounds · Kennel: FOSTER · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
Senior
NINA
Weight: 50 pounds · Kennel: FOSTER · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
Senior
REGGIE
Weight: 63 pounds · Kennel: FOSTER · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
Senior
MISTER
Weight: 82 pounds · Kennel: FOSTER · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
Senior
BELLA
Weight: 49 pounds · Kennel: FOSTER · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
Senior
VELVETA
Weight: 49 pounds · Kennel: ADOPT 01L · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
Senior
BART
Weight: 66 pounds · Kennel: TOOMEYD19 · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
Senior
THOR
Weight: 55 pounds · Kennel: ADOPT 18R · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
Senior
PRINCESS
Weight: 48 pounds · Kennel: TOOMEYD11 · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
Senior
NENE
Weight: 53 pounds · Kennel: FOSTER · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
Senior
ROSE
Weight: 57 pounds · Kennel: FOSTER · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
Senior
BELLA
Weight: 68 pounds · Kennel: DOGNCARE 2 · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
Senior
PRINCE
Weight: 50 pounds · Kennel: ADOPT 13R · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
Senior
HONEY
Weight: 52 pounds · Kennel: ADOPT 13L · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
Senior
PENNY
Weight: 34 pounds · Kennel: FOSTER · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
Senior
THURGOOD
Weight: 52 pounds · Kennel: ADOPT 03L · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
Senior
COCOA
Weight: 38 pounds · Kennel: ADOPT 19R · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
Senior
BAYMAX
Weight: 19 pounds · Kennel: ADPTPUP3L · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
Senior dogs in North Carolina by breed
Senior dogs in North Carolina by city
Senior dogs in other states
Adopting a senior dog in North Carolina — 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 North Carolina?
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. Senior Dog Finder 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 North Carolina?
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.
Know a senior dog in North Carolina who needs a home?
Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.