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Darling Dottie
Darling Dottie was found alone in a house after her owner sadly died in the shower. She was on her last day at the shelter when a life-saving foster s…
Pawfect Match Rescue • Holly Springs, NC
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Senior dogs for adoption, nationwide
4,628 adoptable senior dogs (age 7+) are listed right now, with 4,443 currently grouped across 49 states. Search below, or browse by state or age.
Last updated September 24, 2026 at 2:23 PM EDT. Listings refresh throughout the day. Always confirm a dog’s availability with the shelter or rescue before making plans.
Lily's Second Chance is a free nonprofit directory built in memory of Lily, a senior dog adopted at 10 who gave seven beautiful years of love. We don't shelter or adopt out dogs ourselves — we gather listings from real shelters and rescues so older dogs get seen before they're overlooked.
25 senior dogs match your search
25 senior dogs match your search.
Search by name, breed, state, size, or sex — every result is a real, currently listed senior dog.
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10+ years
Taima
Taima is a sweet girl, estimated DOB in 2016. She has been described as friendly but shy. She found herself in a loud, cold and scary shelter and it w…
Pawfect Match Rescue • Holly Springs, NC
Senior confirmed
Sakari
Sakari is a beautiful girl with a gentle soul. Sadly we believe she did not always know the better side of humans. She was likely fed and bred at best…
Pawfect Match Rescue • Holly Springs, NC
10+ years
Dexter
Dexter was rescued from the shelter on a last call alert by Pawfect Match. Maybe his middle name should be Lucky? At the age of 10 he is a mature, wel…
Pawfect Match Rescue • Holly Springs, NC
Senior confirmed
Momma
Hi I'm known as Momma! My estimated DOB is March 2019, I may be considered a senior but I still have plenty of spunk left. Right now I am just thankfu…
Pawfect Match Rescue • Holly Springs, NC
Senior confirmed
Holly
Meet Holly! Holly is a sweet, affectionate American Staffordshire Terrier, around 9 to 10 years old. She’s been with the rescue since 2018, after comi…
Pawfect Match Rescue • Holly Springs, NC
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Peaches
A Special Note About Me I'm part of Pawfect Match's Special Care & Rehabilitation Program. My journey is a little different than most. Some of us are …
Pawfect Match Rescue • Holly Springs, NC
10+ years
Mr Pepper
Meet Mr. Pepper — a scruffy little gentleman with a big personality and an even bigger heart. At 10 years young, Mr. Pepper still has plenty of advent…
Pawfect Match Rescue • Holly Springs, NC
Senior confirmed
Cooper
Meet Cooper Cooper is a stunning, approximately 63-pound boy with soft gray fur, adorable white markings, and the cutest little underbite. Pictures tr…
Pawfect Match Rescue • Holly Springs, NC
Senior confirmed
Lorelai Daisy
Pawfect Match rescued me and my 1 puppy. I am still being the best Mom I can be but once I am done with my momma duties I will be spayed and available…
Pawfect Match Rescue • Holly Springs, NC
Senior confirmed
Emma
<3 A Special Note About Me I'm part of Pawfect Match's Special Care & Rehabilitation Program. My journey is a little different than most. Some of us a…
Pawfect Match Rescue • Holly Springs, NC
Senior confirmed
Snapper
Delightfully Derpy Meet Snapper, a lovable 7-year-old long-haired Chihuahua mix with a delightfully derpy smile, a big snuggle agenda, and a soft spot…
Pawfect Match Rescue • Holly Springs, NC
Senior confirmed
![Photo of Bambi [bonded to Sheba], adoptable senior Chihuahua in Holly Springs, North Carolina](/dog-photos/v1/08c7fd15aa61aef35fa529c776624c0cd75c2a10a4bf763eec752a2ac3fcef93/w500.avif)
Bambi [bonded to Sheba]
Meet Sheba and Bambi: Special Best Friends Looking for a Forever Home, with a special adoption fee of $550 CAT, KID and HOUSE APPROVED!!! Looking for …
Pawfect Match Rescue • Holly Springs, NC
Senior confirmed
Meatball
Meet Meatball — Your New Best Buddy! This sweet 8 year old, 65-pound hunk of love is everything his name promises—a big ol’ softie with a heart of gol…
Pawfect Match Rescue • Holly Springs, NC
Senior confirmed
![Photo of Sheba [bonded to Bambi], adoptable senior Shepherd in Holly Springs, North Carolina](/dog-photos/v1/9f6bbaa724c2b87e0f219122aa4fddd3d638bbed959f0e3cddc04c7f59ac9c16/w500.avif)
Sheba [bonded to Bambi]
Meet Sheba and Bambi: Special Best Friends Looking for a Forever Home, with a special adoption fee of $550 CAT, KID and HOUSE APPROVED!!! Looking for …
Pawfect Match Rescue • Holly Springs, NC
10+ years
Tilly
This sweet pup, along with 13 others, was rescued from a backyard breeder and brought to Pawfect Match after enduring truly heartbreaking conditions. …
Pawfect Match Rescue • Holly Springs, NC
Senior confirmed
Walton
Oh, hey there! I’m Walton—certified good boy, professional toy enthusiast, and a true comeback kid. I was this close to taking the Big Sleep at the sh…
Pawfect Match Rescue • Holly Springs, NC
10+ years
Freya
10 year old Freya joined the Pawfect Match family with three of her adult children, after being rescued from living outside under a shed. Freya has pr…
Pawfect Match Rescue • Holly Springs, NC
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Finding a senior dog, answered
How do I find senior dogs for adoption in my state?
Choose your state from the list on this page to see every adoptable senior dog (age 7 and up) that shelters and rescues have listed there. Each dog's profile links straight to the organization caring for them, so you apply with the right group.
Does Lily's Second Chance list senior dogs from every state?
Lily's Second Chance gathers adoptable senior dogs from shelters and rescues nationwide, and any US state can have listings. Right now senior dogs are listed in 49 states as dogs are adopted and new ones are added, so if your state isn't shown yet it's worth checking back or browsing a neighboring state.
Can I adopt a senior dog from another state?
Often, yes. Many rescues arrange or help coordinate transport for the right adopter, while others prefer a local meet-and-greet first. Open the dog's profile and ask the shelter or rescue directly how their out-of-state adoption process works.
How this directory works
Lily's Second Chance is not a shelter, rescue, or breeder — it's a free nonprofit directory. Listings are pulled automatically from shelter management platforms and rescue networks (including the RescueGroups.org network and individual shelters' own websites), then refreshed on a recurring schedule so the dogs shown stay current. Adoption always happens through the shelter or rescue caring for the dog, never through Lily's Second Chance — every dog's profile links straight to that organization's adoption process or contact details.
Because availability changes constantly, always confirm a specific dog's status directly with the listing shelter or rescue before making plans to visit or apply. A dog whose listing shows it isn't open for adoption yet (e.g. still in transport or intake) is labeled "Coming soon" and kept out of the counts above until it opens up.
States with senior dogs right now
California725Texas603Florida399Georgia280Arizona226North Carolina183New York145Illinois142Maryland133Utah124Missouri98New Jersey94Colorado93Pennsylvania89Minnesota87Virginia78Nevada74South Carolina70Mississippi68Indiana66New Mexico62Ohio57Tennessee53Louisiana45Massachusetts45Oklahoma44Washington44Michigan41Alabama37Iowa33West Virginia30Oregon28Kentucky17Wisconsin17Vermont14Kansas13Rhode Island12South Dakota12Connecticut11Arkansas10Alaska9Delaware9Idaho7District of Columbia7New Hampshire6North Dakota4Nebraska2Wyoming2Hawaii1Montana1Puerto Rico1
All states
Alabama37Alaska9American SamoaArizona226Arkansas10California725Colorado93Connecticut11Delaware9District of Columbia7Florida399Georgia280GuamHawaii1Idaho7Illinois142Indiana66Iowa33Kansas13Kentucky17Louisiana45MaineMaryland133Massachusetts45Michigan41Minnesota87Mississippi68Missouri98Montana1Nebraska2Nevada74New Hampshire6New Jersey94New Mexico62New York145North Carolina183North Dakota4Northern Mariana IslandsOhio57Oklahoma44Oregon28Pennsylvania89Puerto Rico1Rhode Island12South Carolina70South Dakota12Tennessee53Texas603U.S. Virgin IslandsUtah124Vermont14Virginia78Washington44West Virginia30Wisconsin17Wyoming2
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Adopting a senior dog — what to expect
Most senior dogs are already house-trained and past the chewing/high-energy puppy stage, so the first weeks are usually calmer than raising a puppy. Expect a short adjustment period as a newly adopted senior settles in — a consistent routine, a comfortable place to rest, and some patience go a long way. Ask the shelter or rescue about the dog's health history, energy level, and any age-related needs (a special diet, joint support, etc.) before you apply; most are minor and manageable, and many organizations begin needed medical care before the dog is even listed.
Adopting a senior dog — 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 find a senior dog to adopt?
You can search by name, breed, state, city, or age, or browse the landing pages for each. Every result is a real senior dog listed by a shelter or rescue, and each profile links straight to the organization caring for that dog.
How do I adopt a dog I find here?
Open the dog's profile to see which shelter or rescue is caring for them, then use the adoption link or contact details on that profile to apply directly with the organization. Lily's Second Chance gathers senior dogs in one place so they're easier to find — the adoption itself always happens through the local shelter or rescue.
Are these listings up to date?
Listings refresh throughout the day, and availability can change between updates. Always confirm a dog's availability with the shelter or rescue before making plans.
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