Sam * Adopt or Foster*
Sam is an 8 years young yorkie mix that was given up by his owner due to her serious health issues. Sam is friendly, walks well on a leash, is house t…
Mutt Love Rescue • Fairfax, VA
Senior dogs near Fairfax
Meet 11 adoptable senior dogs (age 7+) in and around Fairfax. 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 Fairfax, Virginia, 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 Fairfax means a grateful companion close to home — and often a shorter drive to meet them in person.
Sam is an 8 years young yorkie mix that was given up by his owner due to her serious health issues. Sam is friendly, walks well on a leash, is house t…
Mutt Love Rescue • Fairfax, VA
Benny, Boxer/Bulldog sweetheart 8 years old, Looking for a Retirement Home. Super good boy looking for a couch and a loving family! He's just adorable…
Mutt Love Rescue • Fairfax, VA
Meet Penny, a 5-year-old spayed female who was lovingly surrendered to Crosspointe Animal Hospital due to medical issues her previous family could not…
Mutt Love Rescue • Fairfax, VA
Poor sweet Lincoln was found in a rural area wondering around and ended up in a shelter and was scheduled for euthanasia due the county's ten day dire…
Mutt Love Rescue • Fairfax, VA
Anya came to Mutt Love, along with Callie, when both their elderly humans passed away. Anya is on the shy side and little reserved until she gets to k…
Mutt Love Rescue • Fairfax, VA
Callie came to Mutt Love, along with Anya, when both their elderly humans passed away. Callie is a very social, outgoing and seeks attention. Callie i…
Mutt Love Rescue • Fairfax, VA
Dee was surrendered to a shelter because her elderly care taker could no longer take care of Dee. Dee is mellow and laid back, good with other dogs, a…
Mutt Love Rescue • Fairfax, VA
Chihuahua Mix Male (neutered) - Adult Looking for that smart, funny guy that can go anywhere and considers new adventures the very best thing in life?…
Mutt Love Rescue • Fairfax, VA
Sweet Sissy was picked up as a stray in rural Virginia and came to Mutt Love with medical needs. Sissy does need to have surgery to remove a growth an…
Mutt Love Rescue • Fairfax, VA
COURTESY POST This dog is listed as a courtesy for another rescue. Mutt Love wants to help others in need. Meet Cocoa, a 9-year old Ibizan Hound/Terri…
Mutt Love Rescue • Fairfax, VA
Brenda is a 2-year-old American Staffordshire Terrier mix with a big, happy heart. She’ll follow you from room to room and is the best snuggler. It do…
Mutt Love Rescue • Fairfax, VA
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 Fairfax, Virginia, 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 Fairfax right now, check back soon or browse all of Virginia — new dogs are added regularly.
Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.