At Risk
RIAN
“My favorite thing about Rian is he’s never met a stranger!” 8 year old shepherd Rian is an absolute gem. Great with meeting new people, knows basic c…
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
The national senior-dog directory
Senior dogs for adoption, nationwide
5,527 adoptable senior dogs (age 7+) are listed right now, with 5,276 currently grouped across 50 states. Search below, or browse by state or age.
Last updated July 12, 2026 at 9:30 AM EDT. Listings refresh automatically, usually every 12 hours.
Lily's Second Chanceis 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.
48 senior dogs match your search
48 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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BLANCO
Blanco is a strong, beautiful boy. He may appreciate slow introductions to men and new people in the home! He has been added to our Call to Action Lis…
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
Senior confirmed
JIMMY
A883959 is a senior male Chihuahua, small, at Ventura County Animal Regulation in Camarillo, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
Senior confirmed
FLEX
FLEX is a senior male Belgian Shepherd Malinois, a large dog at Ventura County Animal Regulation in Camarillo, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful companio…
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
10+ years
BLEU CHEESE
A883858 is a senior female Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler, medium size, located at Ventura County Animal Regulation in Camarillo, CA. Senior dogs m…
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
Senior confirmed
MUNCHIE
MUNCHIE is a small female senior French Bulldog at Ventura County Animal Regulation in Camarillo, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
Senior confirmed
PEPPER
PEPPER is a female senior Labrador Retriever, medium-sized, currently at Ventura County Animal Regulation in Camarillo, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful…
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
10+ years
STELLA
STELLA is a female, medium Cocker Spaniel senior at Ventura County Animal Regulation in Camarillo, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
Senior confirmed
MR MAGOO
MR MAGOO is a senior male Pit Bull Terrier, large, currently at Ventura County Animal Regulation in Camarillo, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful companio…
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
10+ years
Senior confirmed
10+ years
10+ years
10+ years
PERCY
PERCY is a senior male Miniature Poodle, small in size, currently at Ventura County Animal Regulation in Camarillo, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful com…
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
Senior confirmed
ODESSA
A884238 is a female American Pit Bull Terrier, large and listed as a senior, at Ventura County Animal Regulation in Camarillo, CA. Senior dogs make wo…
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
Senior confirmed
MARA
MARA is a senior female Anatolian Shepherd (large) at Ventura County Animal Regulation in Camarillo, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
Senior confirmed
ROBERTO
You may have ran into Roberto stealing hearts on his recent day trip to Ventura! From Surfer's Point to Cafe Noveau and Serra Cross, Roberto was an ab…
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
10+ years
DOROTHY
I will be visiting the Ventura Petco with one of my volunteer friends on Saturday, July 11th from 2 to 4. Hope to see you there!
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
Senior confirmed
AUSSIE
I'll be at the Camarillo Petco on Saturday, July 11th from 2 to 4!
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
10+ years
GEORGE
GEORGE is a male senior Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler / Pembroke Welsh Corgi, small in size, located in Camarillo, CA at Ventura County Animal Reg…
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
Senior confirmed
TILAPIA
TILAPIA is a senior female Bulldog, medium size, located at Ventura County Animal Regulation in Camarillo, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
Senior confirmed
CHIP
CHIP is a male senior Labrador Retriever, medium size, at Ventura County Animal Regulation in Camarillo, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
Senior confirmed
CHURRO
CHURRO is a senior male Pit Bull Terrier, large, located at Ventura County Animal Regulation in Camarillo, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
10+ years
MIGUEL
I'll be at the Camarillo Petco on Saturday, July 11th from 2 to 4! Hope to see you there!
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
Senior confirmed
TAZ
TAZ is a senior male Siberian Husky, large, at Ventura County Animal Regulation in Camarillo, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
Senior confirmed
CHOCOLATE
Meet Chocolate - every bit as sweet as her name suggests! Chocolate came into our care as a stray after being found wandering in the city of Fillmore.…
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
10+ years
Senior confirmed
MARIA
I'll be at an Adoption Event at Oxnard Petsmart on Saturday June 27th from 12 to 2! Hope to see you there!
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
Senior confirmed
BUSTER
Come meet me at Ventura Petco Saturday July 11th from 2 to 4!
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
Senior confirmed
NALA
Nala is considered a `green` dog here at the shelter - meaning she's easy for even our newest volunteers to walk with very little pulling! She takes t…
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
Senior confirmed
KEELEY
I'll be at the Camarillo Petco on Saturday, July 11th from 2 to 4! Hope to see you there!
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
Senior confirmed
CASH
CASH is a senior male Pit Bull Terrier, large in size, located at Ventura County Animal Regulation in Camarillo, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful compan…
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
Senior confirmed
HONEY
Honey is a very polite guest in our offices, and we think she'd be just as well mannered in a home! She settles down quickly with a chew and is happy …
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
Senior confirmed
DULCE
Dulce is a sweet and easy going girl who has done well with every person and dog we have seen her interact with so far. We are still getting to know h…
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
Senior confirmed
GHOST
Ghost is a true husky - fun, goofy, and loving! Reported to have done well with kids, cats, and dogs by a previous owner. @vcanimalservices quickly in…
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
Senior confirmed
PRINCESS
Princess is struggling in the shelter with stress and frustration and needs out! She loves toys and splashing around in the kiddie pool, often at the …
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
Senior confirmed
ROCKO
ROCKO is a senior male Pit Bull Terrier, large, located at Ventura County Animal Regulation in Camarillo, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
Senior confirmed
COBE
@doglover8045 Cobe is a sweet, well-behaved 8-year old German Shepherd Dog at the Camarillo Animal Shelter. He is ready to go to his new home today.@V…
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
10+ years
PEDDY
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Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
Senior confirmed
DIESEL
Diesel is a sweet older guy who has loved every person that he has met and is doing well getting to know another dog while in foster care. He is an ea…
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
Senior confirmed
HERO
Update 7/9: Hero recently went on overnight with volunteer that knows him well. Notes from his sleepover: `He was the perfect houseguest and a joy to …
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
Senior confirmed
WINSTON
Looking for a laid back shepherd? Winston's your guy! He recently did amazing on a field trip outside of the shelter, where he was great in the car, e…
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
10+ years
ANGEL
Angel is a affectionate girl who loves spending time with people and truly shines once she's away from the shelter. She walks beautifully in quieter e…
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
Senior confirmed
ALIF
Alif is a fluffy toasted marshmallow! He walks well on leash and hangs out with other laid-back dogs very successfully. Alif has been in a foster home…
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
10+ years
BUBAH
Bubah's fosters take him on lovely walks, and he does beautifully on the leash! Not reactive at all to other dogs and is completely unbothered by thei…
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
10+ years
PANCHITA
@vcanimalservices These two broke our hearts ?? Sadly, our county has A LOT of animals and very little pet friendly housing. Their family tried everyt…
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
10+ years
LOBO
I'll be at an Adoption Event at Newbury Park Petsmart on Saturday June 27th from 12 to 2! Hope to see you there!
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
Senior confirmed
ALBERT
Albert is a sweet and easy going guy who loves to spend time with people. He has been a loving and respectful guest in different foster homes and has …
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
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 52 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 Chanceis 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
California1199Texas852Florida451Arizona233North Carolina196Georgia162Utah148Illinois146Nevada142Maryland136New York129New Jersey118Pennsylvania99Colorado95Minnesota83Massachusetts72Virginia72New Mexico71Indiana68Mississippi62South Carolina62Missouri59Michigan56Ohio54Tennessee52Oklahoma48Washington39Alabama38Kentucky37West Virginia37Wisconsin36Rhode Island27Louisiana26Delaware23Iowa23Arkansas14Connecticut14Kansas13Vermont13South Dakota12New Hampshire10Alaska9Oregon9Idaho8District of Columbia5Maine4Nebraska4North Dakota3Wyoming3Puerto Rico2Hawaii1Montana1
All states
Alabama38Alaska9American SamoaArizona233Arkansas14California1199Colorado95Connecticut14Delaware23District of Columbia5Florida451Georgia162GuamHawaii1Idaho8Illinois146Indiana68Iowa23Kansas13Kentucky37Louisiana26Maine4Maryland136Massachusetts72Michigan56Minnesota83Mississippi62Missouri59Montana1Nebraska4Nevada142New Hampshire10New Jersey118New Mexico71New York129North Carolina196North Dakota3Northern Mariana IslandsOhio54Oklahoma48Oregon9Pennsylvania99Puerto Rico2Rhode Island27South Carolina62South Dakota12Tennessee52Texas852U.S. Virgin IslandsUtah148Vermont13Virginia72Washington39West Virginia37Wisconsin36Wyoming3
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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 are refreshed daily from shelters and rescues. Because dogs are adopted and added constantly, availability can change between updates — confirm any dog directly with the shelter or rescue.
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