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 Sioux Falls?

Open any dog's profile to see the shelter or rescue caring for them near Sioux Falls, South Dakota, 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 Sioux Falls?

Availability changes often as dogs are adopted and new ones are listed. If you don't see a senior dog in Sioux Falls right now, check back soon or browse all of South Dakota — new dogs are added regularly.

Senior dogs near Sioux Falls

Senior dogs for adoption in Sioux Falls, South Dakota

Meet 11 adoptable senior dogs (age 7+) in and around Sioux Falls. Each one is from a local shelter or rescue and ready to give an older dog's quiet, grateful love.

There are currently 11 adoptable senior dogs (age 7 and up) in and around Sioux Falls, South Dakota, 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 Sioux Falls means a grateful companion close to home — and often a shorter drive to meet them in person.

Tucker

Dachshund • Male • Small • Senior

We are an all-volunteer/foster home-based rescue. We DO NOT have a physical shelter. Apply to adopt by filling out the online adoption application on …

Dakota Dachshund Rescue • Sioux Falls, SD

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Loretta

Shih Tzu • Female • Small • Senior

We are an all-volunteer/foster home-based rescue. We DO NOT have a physical shelter. Apply to adopt by filling out the online adoption application on …

Dakota Dachshund Rescue • Sioux Falls, SD

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