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VIOLET
Weight: 71 pounds · Kennel: FOSTER · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
Senior dogs near Charlotte
Senior dogs for adoption in Charlotte, North Carolina
Meet 29 adoptable senior dogs (age 7+) in and around Charlotte. Each one is from a local shelter or rescue and ready to give an older dog's quiet, grateful love.
There are currently 29 adoptable senior dogs (age 7 and up) in and around Charlotte, North Carolina, 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 Charlotte means a grateful companion close to home — and often a shorter drive to meet them in person.
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WILLETTE
Weight: 45 pounds · Kennel: FOSTER · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
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TREENA
Weight: 65 pounds · Kennel: FOSTER · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
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HOLLY
Weight: 52 pounds · Kennel: FOSTER · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
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CLARABELLE
Weight: 38 pounds · Kennel: FOSTER · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
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DEJA
Weight: 44 pounds · Kennel: FOSTER · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
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KODA
Weight: 59 pounds · Kennel: ADOPT 07L · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
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STELLALUNA THE FRUIT BAT
Weight: 72 pounds · Kennel: FOSTER · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
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BOOGIE
Weight: 47 pounds · Kennel: FOSTER · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
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BLUE
Weight: 65 pounds · Kennel: FOSTER · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
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ARTHUR
Weight: 48 pounds · Kennel: FOSTER · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
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ANUBIS
Weight: 55 pounds · Kennel: FOSTER · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
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NINA
Weight: 50 pounds · Kennel: FOSTER · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
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REGGIE
Weight: 63 pounds · Kennel: FOSTER · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
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MISTER
Weight: 82 pounds · Kennel: FOSTER · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
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BELLA
Weight: 49 pounds · Kennel: FOSTER · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
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VELVETA
Weight: 49 pounds · Kennel: ADOPT 01L · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
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BART
Weight: 66 pounds · Kennel: TOOMEYD19 · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
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THOR
Weight: 55 pounds · Kennel: ADOPT 18R · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
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PRINCESS
Weight: 48 pounds · Kennel: TOOMEYD11 · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
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NENE
Weight: 53 pounds · Kennel: FOSTER · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
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ROSE
Weight: 57 pounds · Kennel: FOSTER · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
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BELLA
Weight: 68 pounds · Kennel: DOGNCARE 2 · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
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PRINCE
Weight: 50 pounds · Kennel: ADOPT 13R · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
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HONEY
Weight: 52 pounds · Kennel: ADOPT 13L · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
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PENNY
Weight: 34 pounds · Kennel: FOSTER · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
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THURGOOD
Weight: 52 pounds · Kennel: ADOPT 03L · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
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COCOA
Weight: 38 pounds · Kennel: ADOPT 19R · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
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BAYMAX
Weight: 19 pounds · Kennel: ADPTPUP3L · Located at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
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Adopting a senior dog in Charlotte — 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 Charlotte?
Open any dog's profile to see the shelter or rescue caring for them near Charlotte, North Carolina, then use the adoption link or contact details to apply directly with that organization. Senior Dog Finder simply gathers local senior dogs in one place so they're easier to find.
Are there always senior dogs available in Charlotte?
Availability changes often as dogs are adopted and new ones are listed. If you don't see a senior dog in Charlotte right now, check back soon or browse all of North Carolina — new dogs are added regularly.
Know a senior dog near Charlotte who needs a home?
Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.