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MAX
#A5774757 Max is a 10-year-old neutered male German Shepherd who has been waiting in the shelter since early May and urgently needs a home At 50 lbs, …
United Hope for Animals • Pasadena, 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.
27 senior dogs match your search
27 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
RAM
#A5766338 Meet Ram , a 4-year-old Belgian Malinois with a stunning velvety black coat just made for cuddles. While he may seem a bit over-the-top in h…
United Hope for Animals • Pasadena, CA
10+ years
WILLOW
#A5775947 Willow Meet Willow! Willow is a stunning 2-year-old spayed female American Pitbull Terrier, weighing 47 lbs with a beautiful, shiny grey coa…
United Hope for Animals • Pasadena, CA
10+ years
ROSCO
#A5770685 Meet Rosco , a 10-year-old German Shepherd mix with the face of a teddy bear and the softest, fluffiest honey-brown coat you could ever imag…
United Hope for Animals • Pasadena, CA
10+ years
OREA
#A5778525 Orea is a 2-year-old spayed female Australian Cattle Dog mix with a gorgeous black coat and adorable white speckled legs Weighing 43 lbs, Or…
United Hope for Animals • Pasadena, CA
10+ years
DAKOTA
#A5770642 Dakota is a 3-year-old spayed female German Shepherd mix with a beautiful brown and black coat and a face that looks a little like a coyote …
United Hope for Animals • Pasadena, CA
10+ years
GINGER
#A5759973 Ginger is a 3-year-old spayed female Carolina Dog mix with a beautiful gold and cream coat and the sweetest expression This 63 lb girl was o…
United Hope for Animals • Pasadena, CA
10+ years
ZEEK
#A5682339 Zeek is a 3-year-old neutered male Alaskan Husky with a stunning grey and white coat and a gentle, inquisitive nature This 66 lb boy was an …
United Hope for Animals • Pasadena, CA
10+ years
QUEEN
#A4791729 Queen is a 13-year-old German Shepherd who deserves so much better than the hand life has dealt her This 60 lb spayed senior was surrendered…
United Hope for Animals • Pasadena, CA
Senior confirmed
KIMBERLY
#A5781636 Kimberly is a hidden gem! She’s a pretty young female Shepherd mix, maybe with some Black Mouth Cur in her family tree. We immediately fell …
United Hope for Animals • Pasadena, CA
10+ years
ZOE
#A5769666 Zoe Zoe is a stunning 11-year-old spayed female weighing 89 pounds. This sweet senior girl came to the shelter after the heartbreaking loss …
United Hope for Animals • Pasadena, CA
Senior confirmed
KUMA
#A5772397 Say hello to Kuma , a 5-year-old Plott Hound mix who is the very definition of tall, dark, and handsome! Long, lean, and leggy like a shadow…
United Hope for Animals • Pasadena, CA
Senior confirmed
ROSE
#A5772310 Rosie Meet Rosie – The Loyal Adventure Buddy Rosie is a smart, spirited Shepherd mix with a playful streak and a heart that shines once she …
United Hope for Animals • Pasadena, CA
Senior confirmed
ODIN
#A5781672 Meet Odin , an 8-year-old German Shepherd who is the definition of a handsome, distinguished gentleman. With his soft golden brown coat dust…
United Hope for Animals • Pasadena, CA
Senior confirmed
MARGARET
#A5778651 Margaret is an 8-year-old spayed female German Shepherd mix with a beautiful brown and black coat and the softest, kindest eyes. Weighing 63…
United Hope for Animals • Pasadena, CA
Senior confirmed
YARA
#A5767727 Say hello to Yara , a 7-year-old German Shepherd mix with classic, striking good looks and a soulful presence that’s impossible to ignore. W…
United Hope for Animals • Pasadena, CA
Senior confirmed
MELODY
#A5777516 Melody Meet Melody! Melody is a 7-year-old German Shepherd who is ready to leave motherhood behind and be someone's special girl. This sweet…
United Hope for Animals • Pasadena, CA
10+ years
BLUE
#A4915627 Meet Blue, an 11-year-old Pitbull with a sleek steel-grey coat and the soulful eyes of a distinguished gentleman who’s seen it all. Life has…
United Hope for Animals • Pasadena, CA
Senior confirmed
CHULA
A5775816 Chula Meet Chula! Chula is a beautiful 7-year-old female mix of Australian Shepherd / Cattle Dog mix, weighing 42 lbs. She came in as an owne…
United Hope for Animals • Pasadena, CA
Senior confirmed
ARROW
#A5773854 Arrow Arrow is a handsome 7-year-old male Siberian Husky weighing 72 lbs. He came in as a stray, but he carries himself with a calm, steady …
United Hope for Animals • Pasadena, CA
Senior confirmed
GOOPI
#A5768218 Say hello to Goopi , a 9-year-old German Shepherd mix with a soft heart, soulful eyes, and so much love still left to give. His handsome gol…
United Hope for Animals • Pasadena, CA
Senior confirmed
FREDDY
#A5768279 Freddy Freddy is an 8-year-old neutered German Shepherd weighing 85 pounds, though his large build and thick, fluffy coat make him appear ev…
United Hope for Animals • Pasadena, CA
10+ years
KOBE
#A5465264 Kobe is a 10-year-old German Shepherd who was originally adopted in 2022, Kobe was sadly surrendered again on April 30, 2026, when his owner…
United Hope for Animals • Pasadena, CA
Senior confirmed
JINX
A5723355 Jinx will make the perfect partner for someone who loves a good, leisurely stroll. This loving queen gets along well with other dogs, and has…
United Hope for Animals • Pasadena, CA
10+ years
LOLA
#A5699590 Lola is a special golden girl with a heart to match! ✨She just needs a kind soul willing to give her care and love. She is an estimated 12 y…
United Hope for Animals • Pasadena, CA
Senior confirmed
DRAKO
#A5693675 Drako is a gorgeous Australian Cattle Dog with a heart as big as his smile! -6-year-old, neutered male -Gray and black coat -55 lbs -Came to…
United Hope for Animals • Pasadena, CA
10+ years
CINNAMON
#A5775740 Cinnamon Meet Cinnamon! Cinnamon is a sweet 3-year-old spayed female American Pitbull Terrier mix, weighing 53.4 lbs with a beautiful white …
United Hope for Animals • Pasadena, 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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