10+ years
Charlie Brown May 26
Foster location: Dreamweaver Farm, Pacolet, SC Weight: 11 lbs Height: 9 in at the shoulder Spayed/Neutered: Yes Adoption Fee: $425 Fence needed? No Wa…
Carolina Poodle Rescue • Pacolet, SC
Senior dogs in South Carolina
Senior dogs for adoption in South Carolina
Meet 62 adoptable senior dogs (age 7+) in South Carolina. Each one is from a shelter or rescue and ready to give an older dog's quiet, grateful love. Showing 31–60 of 62 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 South Carolina 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 South Carolina
10+ years
Bennie May 26
Foster location: Dreamweaver Farm, Pacolet, SC Weight: 9–10 lbs Height: 12 in Spayed/Neutered: Yes Adoption Fee: $400 Fence needed? Not required Want …
Carolina Poodle Rescue • Pacolet, SC
10+ years
Peanut May 26 Bonded to Sadie May 26
Foster location: Dreamweaver Farms, Pacolet, SC Weight: 12.4 lbs Height: 7-8in at the shoulder Spayed/Neutered: Yes, Peanut is spayed. Adoption Fee: $…
Carolina Poodle Rescue • Pacolet, SC
10+ years
Effie
Meet your new best friend, Effie! Effie is an incredibly sweet girl and the definition of a “wiggle butt.” At 27 pounds with a stocky build, she is an…
Libby and Mace's Place • Mcclellanville, SC
Senior confirmed
Cooper
Meet Cooper, a Chihuahua born on 4/12/2018 and was a very spoiled dog.. He is a lazy boy who likes to lay on the couch watch TV and ride on a golf car…
Richardson Rescue • York, SC
Senior confirmed
Bolt Mar 26
Foster location: Dreamweaver Farms, Pacolet, SC Weight: 5.5 lbs Height: 9 in Spayed/Neutered: Yes Adoption Fee: $429 Fence needed? Yes Want To Know Mo…
Carolina Poodle Rescue • Pacolet, SC
Senior confirmed
Woodford
Meet Woodford! If you're looking for an easy and chill boy, Woodford is absolutely for you. With some young dog spunk still left in those bones, he's …
Lucky Pup Rescue SC • Greenville, SC
Senior confirmed
Nyla
Nyla is 7-8 years old, 38 lbs Nyla is an absolute doll. She is great with all people, kids of all ages and even probably cats. She should have another…
Jesse's Place Rescue INC • Lake Wylie, SC
10+ years
10+ years
Amelia
Amelia is a sweet senior girl who truly loves people. She greets you with kisses and is always happy to soak up attention. Even at 10 years old, she h…
The Humane Society of McCormick County, Inc. • McCormick, SC
10+ years
Brandie
Brandie is a very sweet senior girl with a calm and loving nature. She enjoys being close to her people and soaks up belly rubs whenever she can get t…
The Humane Society of McCormick County, Inc. • McCormick, SC
Senior confirmed
Louie
Louie is an X-Large male Great Pyrenees senior at Guardians for the Guardians in Seneca, SC. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Guardians for the Guardians • SENECA, SC
Senior confirmed
Jacy Jan 26
Foster location: Dreamweaver Farms, Pacolet, SC Weight: 13 lbs Height: 11 in Spayed/Neutered: Yes Adoption Fee: $1 - I am priceless! Because of Jacy's…
Carolina Poodle Rescue • Pacolet, SC
10+ years
Oscar
Meet Oscar – Your Gentle Companion Oscar is a 13-year-old Schnauzer with a heart as soft as his scruffy coat. This senior gentleman is ready for a qui…
Libby and Mace's Place • Mcclellanville, SC
Senior confirmed
Peewee Russell Dec 25
Foster location: Dreamweaver Farms, Pacolet, SC Weight: 13 lbs Height: 10 in Spayed/Neutered: Yes, Peewee is neutered. Adoption Fee: $1 Fence needed? …
Carolina Poodle Rescue • Pacolet, SC
Senior confirmed
Hazel
When Hazel first arrived, she was a bundle of nerves — timid, unsure, and taking her time to trust. But with a little patience, a lot of love, and (of…
Hilton Head Humane Association • Hilton Head, SC
Senior confirmed
Cali
Cali is a sweet and loving girl with a heart as warm as the Carolina sunshine. She’s happiest when she’s by your side, soaking up affection and sharin…
The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach, INC • North Myrtle Beach, SC
Senior confirmed
Bo
Bo is an incredibly resilient, affectionate senior dog who has already overcome more than most dogs ever should. When Bo came into our care, he was ex…
The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach, INC • North Myrtle Beach, SC
Senior confirmed
Sabrina
Sabrina doesn’t just turn heads—she causes full-on sidewalk pileups. She’s been politely tolerating compliments from admirers and pretending not to no…
Hilton Head Humane Association • Hilton Head, SC
Senior confirmed
Douglas
Meet Douglas, a nearly 9-year-old, 64-pound sweetheart with a heart as big as his stomach! This handsome lover boy came to the shelter after being fou…
Hilton Head Humane Association • Hilton Head, SC
10+ years
Oliver Jul 25 - I am special
Foster location: Dreamweaver Farm, Pacolet SC Weight: 10.6 lbs Height: 12 in Spayed/Neutered: Yes Adoption Fee: $400 Fence needed? No. Want To Know Mo…
Carolina Poodle Rescue • Pacolet, SC
10+ years
Mike Jul 25 - In Foster in Raleigh, NC
Foster location: Foster Home in Raleigh, NC Weight: 8 lbs Height: 12 in Spayed/Neutered: Yes Adoption Fee: $199 Fence needed? No, though he'd love one…
Carolina Poodle Rescue • Pacolet, SC
10+ years
Delilah
DELIGHTFUL DELILAH! If you’re looking for a calm, quiet dog that makes no demands, Delilah may be the dog for you. This affectionate boxer/English bul…
Save the Strays Animal Rescue • Camden, SC
Senior confirmed
Eddie
Meet Eddie! Eddie is a lovable shepherd mix with a heart as big as his smile. This sweet boy is all about belly rubs, snuggles, and being your loyal s…
Lucky Pup Rescue SC • Greenville, SC
Senior confirmed
Trooper Dec 24
Foster location: Dreamweaver Farms, Pacolet, SC Weight: 44 lbs Height: 26 in Spayed/Neutered: Yes, Trooper is neutered. Adoption Fee: $1 - 2026 summer…
Carolina Poodle Rescue • Pacolet, SC
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Charlotte
Meet Charlotte aka Lotte! Age: approx 10 years. Breed: pit bull mix. Size: approx 45-50lbs. Training: leash and crate trained, she is doing well with …
Mercy Rescue Haven • Blacksburg, SC
10+ years
Sadie May 26 Bonded to Peanut May 26
Foster location: Dreamweaver Farm, Pacolet SC Weight: 26.8 lbs Height: 17 inches at the shoulder Spayed/Neutered: Yes, Sadie is spayed Adoption Fee: $…
Carolina Poodle Rescue • Pacolet, SC
Senior confirmed
Maxwell May 22
Foster location: Dreamweaver Farms, Pacolet, SC Weight: 92 lbs Height: 24 in Spayed/Neutered: Yes Adoption Fee: $1 - because I am priceless (donations…
Carolina Poodle Rescue • Pacolet, SC
Senior confirmed
Cinder
Cinder is the epitome of docile and quiet. He isn’t the type to bark at the wind or demand hours of high-energy exercise. Instead, he prefers the fin…
Pet Tender Angels • Greenville, SC
Senior confirmed
Senior dogs in South Carolina by breed
Senior dogs in South Carolina by city
Shelters & rescues with senior dogs in South Carolina
These organizations currently have at least one adoptable senior dog listed on Lily's Second Chance.
- Carolina Poodle Rescue — Pacolet, South Carolina · See Carolina Poodle Rescue’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Spartanburg Humane Society — Spartanburg, South Carolina · See Spartanburg Humane Society’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Lucky Pup Rescue SC — Greenville, South Carolina · See Lucky Pup Rescue SC’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Hilton Head Humane Association — Hilton Head, South Carolina · See Hilton Head Humane Association’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Libby and Mace's Place — Mcclellanville, South Carolina · See Libby and Mace's Place’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Mercy Rescue Haven — Blacksburg, South Carolina · See Mercy Rescue Haven’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Pet Tender Angels — Greenville, South Carolina · See Pet Tender Angels’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- The Humane Society of McCormick County, Inc. — McCormick, South Carolina · See The Humane Society of McCormick County, Inc.’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Save the Strays Animal Rescue — Camden, South Carolina · See Save the Strays Animal Rescue’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach, INC — North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina · See The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach, INC’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Anderson County PAWS · See Anderson County PAWS’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Animal Rescue Carolina, Inc. — Columbia, South Carolina · See Animal Rescue Carolina, Inc.’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Chapmans Dachshund Rescue — York, South Carolina · See Chapmans Dachshund Rescue’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Guardians for the Guardians — SENECA, South Carolina · See Guardians for the Guardians’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Jesse's Place Rescue INC — Lake Wylie, South Carolina · See Jesse's Place Rescue INC’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Richardson Rescue — York, South Carolina · See Richardson Rescue’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
Senior dogs in other states
Adopting a senior dog in South 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 South 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. 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 South 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.
Can I adopt a senior dog from another city in South Carolina?
Yes. Most shelters and rescues in South Carolina welcome adopters from anywhere in the state, and some can arrange transport within South Carolina 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 South Carolina?
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 South Carolina instead of adopting?
Many shelters and rescues in South Carolina 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 South Carolina 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 South Carolina who needs a home?
Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.