
Ruby
Meet Ruby! At 12 years old, this sweet, quiet girl is the perfect low-maintenance companion. She’s great with kids, house-trained, never barks, and ab…
Proverbs 12:10 Animal Rescue • Nashville, TN
Senior dogs near Nashville
Meet 3 adoptable senior dogs (age 7+) in and around Nashville. Each one is from a local shelter or rescue and ready to give an older dog's quiet, grateful love.
There are currently 3 adoptable senior dogs (age 7 and up) in and around Nashville, Tennessee, 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 Nashville means a grateful companion close to home — and often a shorter drive to meet them in person.

Meet Ruby! At 12 years old, this sweet, quiet girl is the perfect low-maintenance companion. She’s great with kids, house-trained, never barks, and ab…
Proverbs 12:10 Animal Rescue • Nashville, TN

Bootsie Baby is a sweet little lap dog with the softest fur and an adorable personality that will make you smile every day. She loves being close to h…
Proverbs 12:10 Animal Rescue • Nashville, TN

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.
Open any dog's profile to see the shelter or rescue caring for them near Nashville, Tennessee, 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.
Availability changes often as dogs are adopted and new ones are listed. If you don't see a senior dog in Nashville right now, check back soon or browse all of Tennessee — new dogs are added regularly.
Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.
Gerald is a senior gentleman who has spent his entire life in a dog pen—lonely, overlooked, and without the comfort every dog deserves. He came to us …
Proverbs 12:10 Animal Rescue • Nashville, TN