Senior confirmed
Dakota/Kota
Sweet old girl Dakota, Kota, isn't the first to have her family split up. She found herself losing her home and not much time to find a new one. Thank…
Great Pyrenees Rescue Resources Utah Montana • Bountiful, UT
Senior dogs in Utah
Senior dogs for adoption in Utah
Meet 135 adoptable senior dogs (age 7+) in Utah. Each one is from a shelter or rescue and ready to give an older dog's quiet, grateful love. Showing 1–30 of 135 below.
Last updated November 9, 2026 at 1:47 AM EST. Listings refresh throughout the day. Always confirm a dog’s availability with the shelter or rescue before making plans.
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 Utah means you typically know their size, temperament, and energy level from day one: fewer surprises, and a grateful companion who settles in fast. Right now the senior dogs listed in Utah include Pit Bull Terrier, Staffordshire Terrier, and Shepherd, spread across 8 cities and 9 shelters and rescues. Always confirm availability and adoption requirements directly with the shelter or rescue.
9 shelters and rescues in Utah currently list senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance.
How adoption works in Utah
Utah's listings come from an even mix of municipal shelters, humane societies and rescue groups, led by Kanab, Sandy and Midway. Shelters and humane societies often keep walk-in hours where you can meet dogs the same day, while rescue groups tend to place dogs in foster homes and ask for an application first.
Once you open a profile, contact the organization that has the dog. An application or a conversation usually comes first, then a meet and greet, and an adoption fee set by that organization, which often covers spay or neuter and vaccinations. Because listings cluster in a few places, many groups help arrange transport within Utah for the right match. For that dog's history, requirements and availability, ask the organization on the profile.
Available senior dogs in Utah
135 senior dogs available in Utah.
Senior confirmed
Leon
Best Friends Animal Society — Sanctuary (Kanab) • Kanab, UT
10+ years
Dexter
Meet Dexter! Dexter is a 10-year-old, 11-pound crème-and-white little spitfire with a big personality and a tender heart. Rescued from the shelter, th…
Community Animal Welfare Society • Salt Lake City, UT
10+ years
Thunder
Best Friends Animal Society — Sanctuary (Kanab) • Kanab, UT
Senior confirmed
Kirkland
Meet our charming 7-year-old Miniature Poodle! This handsome gentleman is neutered, friendly, and wonderfully outgoing. He enjoys spending time with p…
West Valley Animal Services • West Valley, UT
Senior confirmed
Gravy
Meet Gravy! Your big, gentle, slightly goofy best friend. ❤️At 8 years old and 80 pounds, Gravy is a gentle soul with a big body, an easygoing persona…
Community Animal Welfare Society • Salt Lake City, UT
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
Fly
Fly is a well-behaved, faithful, and loyal sidekick who loves nothing more than being by your side! Fly is 6-to-7-years old and is ready to find his f…
Community Animal Welfare Society • Salt Lake City, UT
Senior confirmed
Duke
Owner name: Tatyanaowner phone: 385-405-8186please call my owner if you would like to meet me!biography: Duke likes to sleep and go on short walks 2 t…
Davis County Animal Services • Fruit Heights, UT
Senior confirmed
Agnes
Meet Agnes, an approximately 8-year-old Australian Cattle Dog mix weighing around 35 pounds. This beautiful girl has a gentle soul and is ready to fin…
Community Animal Welfare Society • Salt Lake City, UT
Senior confirmed
Winnie
Winnie is a sweet 8-year-old lab, with eyes that stare deep into your soul. Winnie is an absolute delight to have in the home. She’s easygoing and lov…
Community Animal Welfare Society • Salt Lake City, UT
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
Teewinot
Meet Teewinot, aka TeeWee! This 7-year-old, 17-pound Poodle/Maltese mix is ready to bring some fun, laughs, and snuggles to his next home. He may be m…
Community Animal Welfare Society • Salt Lake City, UT
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
Jax
Meet Jax! Looking for a big, lovable cuddlebug with the ears to match? Meet Jax! This handsome 9-year-old Labrador/German Shepherd mix weighs about 53…
Community Animal Welfare Society • Salt Lake City, UT
Senior confirmed
Gracie
Looking for your one and only? So is Gracie. Gracie is a gorgeous 7-year-old German Shepherd with 80 pounds of loyalty, love, and playful energy. She'…
Community Animal Welfare Society • Salt Lake City, UT
Senior confirmed
Pal
Are you looking for a cuddle buddy? A gentle giant? A life long buddy? Look no further than our Pal! Pal is the biggest snuggle monster who loves noth…
Davis County Animal Services • Fruit Heights, UT
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
Hopper
Meet Hopper, a bouncy 9-year-old, 17-lb Miniature Schnauzer mix looking for his forever home! True to his name, Hopper loves to bounce in happy circle…
Community Animal Welfare Society • Salt Lake City, UT
Senior confirmed
Sugar
Meet Sugar! Sugar is an 8-year-old Pug/Chihuahua mix weighing about 25 pounds, and she's a little sweetheart who just needs someone willing to let her…
Community Animal Welfare Society • Salt Lake City, UT
Senior confirmed
Ruben Humphrey
Meet Ruben Humphrey! A year ago, a scrawny street dog came into foster care so matted you could barely tell he was white. He had twigs and garbage tan…
Community Animal Welfare Society • Salt Lake City, UT
Senior confirmed
Jax
Owner name: Franciscoowner phone: 801-917-9699please call my owner if you would like to meet me!biography: Very friendly dog, playful love to go on hi…
Davis County Animal Services • Fruit Heights, UT
Senior confirmed
Diesel
Meet Diesel! This sweet boy is super excited to meet his new best friend! Just check out his happy grin! Diesel's favorite thing is to go on nice walk…
Davis County Animal Services • Fruit Heights, UT
10+ years
Dallas
Meet Dallas! Looking for a best friend who doubles as your shadow and professional cuddle buddy? Meet Dallas! This approximately 10-year-old, 40-pound…
Community Animal Welfare Society • Salt Lake City, UT
10+ years
Charlotte
Charlotte is a beautiful senior girl with a gentle soul and so much love left to give. Believed to be between 8 and 10 years old, this sweet reservati…
Community Animal Welfare Society • Salt Lake City, UT
10+ years
Teddy
Meet Teddy! At 12 years young and just 11.6 pounds, Teddy is a little gentleman with an enormous amount of sweetness to share. This West Highland Whit…
Community Animal Welfare Society • Salt Lake City, UT
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
Chase
Meet Chase! This big boy loves to explore! His favorite thing is going on a nice walk and taking in everything there is to see and sniff! He enjoys ge…
Davis County Animal Services • Fruit Heights, UT
Senior confirmed
Fletcher
Best Friends Animal Society — Sanctuary (Kanab) • Kanab, UT
Senior dogs in Utah by breed
Senior dogs in Utah by city
Shelters & rescues with senior dogs in Utah
These organizations currently have at least one adoptable senior dog listed on Lily's Second Chance.
- Best Friends Animal Society — Sanctuary (Kanab) (opens in a new tab) — Kanab, Utah · See Best Friends Animal Society — Sanctuary (Kanab)’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Community Animal Welfare Society (opens in a new tab) — Salt Lake City, Utah · See Community Animal Welfare Society’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Rescue Rovers Dog Adoptions (opens in a new tab) — Sandy, Utah · See Rescue Rovers Dog Adoptions’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Best Friends Animal Society — Salt Lake City (opens in a new tab) — Salt Lake City, Utah · See Best Friends Animal Society — Salt Lake City’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Davis County Animal Services (opens in a new tab) — Fruit Heights, Utah · See Davis County Animal Services’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- West Valley Animal Services (opens in a new tab) — West Valley City, Utah · See West Valley Animal Services’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Mountain Mama Pyrs and Pups — MIDWAY, Utah · See Mountain Mama Pyrs and Pups’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Great Pyrenees Rescue Resources Utah Montana — Bountiful, Utah · See Great Pyrenees Rescue Resources Utah Montana’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Weber County Animal Services (opens in a new tab) — Ogden, Utah · See Weber County Animal Services’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
Low-cost spay, neuter and vet care in Utah
Programs that help Utah adopters keep a dog healthy on a budget. Each page was checked on 2026-09-10; confirm current hours and eligibility with the organization.
- Spay / neuterHumane Society of Utah, Spay/Neuter (opens in a new tab) — Spay and neuter surgery for dogs, cats and rabbits at the Murray clinic, scheduled online.
- Low-cost vet careHumane Society of Utah, Murray Clinic (opens in a new tab) — Low-cost clinic in Murray offering walk-in vaccines, microchips and wellness exams by appointment.
- Spay / neuterSalt Lake County Animal Services, P.A.W.S. Mobile Clinic (opens in a new tab) — County mobile clinic providing free spay and neuter, vaccines and microchips to eligible residents by appointment.
- Spay / neuterBest Friends Animal Society, Salt Lake City Help and Services (opens in a new tab) (statewide) — Referrals to low-cost spay and neuter clinics, community cat help and a pet food pantry for Utah pet owners.
Senior dogs in other states
Adopting a senior dog in Utah — 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 Utah?
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 Utah?
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 Utah?
Yes. Most shelters and rescues in Utah welcome adopters from anywhere in the state, and some can arrange transport within Utah 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 Utah?
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 Utah instead of adopting?
Many shelters and rescues in Utah 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 Utah 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.
Guides to help you decide
Getting started
Why Adopt a Senior Dog? 7 Reasons Older Dogs Make Wonderful Companions
Senior dogs are often calm, house-trained, and overlooked at shelters. Here are seven honest reasons an older dog may be the best companion you ever bring home.
6 min readUnderstanding ageHow Old Is a "Senior" Dog? Senior Age by Breed and Size
A dog is not "old" at the same age across the board — size and breed change everything. Here is how to tell when a dog becomes a senior, and what it means for care.
5 min readCare & healthCaring for a Senior Dog: Health, Diet, and Everyday Comfort
How to keep an older dog healthy and comfortable — vet care, senior-appropriate diet, joint and dental health, exercise, and simple home adjustments that make a big difference.
8 min readKnow a senior dog in Utah who needs a home?
Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.