Senior confirmed
Deacon
Meet Deacon, he is a mixed breed dog with a great personality… uh, dog-anality. Deacon is a neutered male coming in at about 45 lbs of pure love. He's…
Tails of the Unwanted • Greensboro, NC
Senior dogs near Greensboro
Senior dogs for adoption in Greensboro, North Carolina
Meet 13 adoptable senior dogs (age 7+) in and around Greensboro. Each one is from a local shelter or rescue and ready to give an older dog's quiet, grateful love.
Senior dogs (age 7 and up) 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 in and around Greensboro, North Carolina means a grateful companion close to home — and often a shorter drive to meet them in person. Always confirm availability and adoption steps directly with the shelter or rescue.
Last updated September 24, 2026 at 2:23 PM EDT. Listings refresh throughout the day. Always confirm a dog’s availability with the shelter or rescue before making plans.
Available senior dogs in Greensboro, North Carolina
13 senior dogs available in Greensboro, North Carolina.
10+ years
Senior confirmed
Pandora
Good Walker · Housetrained · Low Energy · Treat Motivated · Knows Sit
Guilford County Animal Services • Greensboro, NC
10+ years
Mia
Knows Fetch · Playful · Toy Motivated · Foster Needed · Good Walker · Housetrained · Medium Energy · Treat Motivated · Knows Sit · Knows Down · Knows …
Guilford County Animal Services • Greensboro, NC
Senior confirmed
Ice Hill
Foster Needed · Good Walker · Knows Sit · Low Energy · Housetrained · Treat Motivated · Only Dog
Guilford County Animal Services • Greensboro, NC
Urgent Need
Erc
Heartworm Positive · Rescue Needed · Foster Needed · Low Energy · Good Walker · Timid
Guilford County Animal Services • Greensboro, NC
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
Urgent Need
Abby
Heartworm Negative · Rescue Needed · Good Walker · Foster Needed · Adult-Only Home Preferred · Timid
Guilford County Animal Services • Greensboro, NC
Senior confirmed
Lilo
Guilford County Animal Services • Greensboro, NC
10+ years
Rex
Good Walker · Low Energy · Foster Needed · Heartworm Negative · Treat Motivated
Guilford County Animal Services • Greensboro, NC
Senior confirmed
Cozmo
Heartworm Negative · Neutered Male · Good Walker · Housetrained · Medium Energy · Treat Motivated · Knows Sit
Guilford County Animal Services • Greensboro, NC
Urgent Need
Daisy Remi
Foster Needed · Heartworm Negative · Spayed Female · Only Dog · Rescue Needed · Good with Kids · Crate Trained · Housetrained
Guilford County Animal Services • Greensboro, NC
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Adopting a senior dog in Greensboro — 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 Greensboro?
Open any dog's profile to see the shelter or rescue caring for them near Greensboro, North Carolina, 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.
Are there always senior dogs available in Greensboro?
Availability changes often as dogs are adopted and new ones are listed. If you don't see a senior dog in Greensboro right now, check back soon or browse all of North Carolina — new dogs are added regularly.
How much does it cost to adopt a senior dog near Greensboro?
Adoption fees vary by organization, but senior dogs are frequently discounted or sponsored because they wait the longest. Open a dog's profile or contact the shelter or rescue directly for their current fee and any covered vet care.
What should I expect when I bring a newly adopted senior dog home?
Most senior dogs have a brief adjustment period — a few days to a couple of weeks — as they settle into a new home. They're often shy at first, then relax once they feel safe. A calm routine, a comfortable place to rest, and patience make the transition easier for both of you.
Know a senior dog near Greensboro who needs a home?
Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.