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Drako
Drako is a low-key gentleman looking for his forever family! This sweet senior is a boxer mix, born on 6-27-2014, weighing 57lb. BarkVille Dog Rescue …
Barkville Dog Rescue • Roswell, GA
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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.
14 senior dogs match your search
14 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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Ava Ariel
Ava Ariel (aka Hazel Gray) is an adorable bulldog mix, born on 9-15-17, weighing 65lbs. She is best described as an absolute love bug and a total swee…
Barkville Dog Rescue • Roswell, GA
Senior confirmed
Mac Davis
Mac Davis is a handsome lab mix, born on 1-25-17, and is a larger boy - weighing 75lbs. This obedient boy is house trained, crate trained, and knows h…
Barkville Dog Rescue • Roswell, GA
10+ years
Tate
Tate was born in September of 2016 under a shed in a rural area outside of Atlanta and was very happy that a rescue group found him with his siblings …
Barkville Dog Rescue • Roswell, GA
10+ years
Reba
Reba was born March 2014 and is a sweet & friendly Staffy/Hound mix. She is a playful, energetic, social butterfly who LOVES people, is good with kids…
Barkville Dog Rescue • Roswell, GA
Senior confirmed
Leslie
Meet Leslie, an easy going 7yr old Shepherd/Mix! She is a medium/large girl, weighing 75lbs, and would make a great companion for a family looking for…
Barkville Dog Rescue • Roswell, GA
Senior confirmed
Mila Luna
HI, I'M MILA! I'M KID AND DOG FRIENDLY. I AM HIGHLY TRAINED AND KNOW MANY COMMANDS. TO MEET ME,PLEASE APPLY AT WWW.BARKVILLEDOGRESCUE.ORG/APPLICATIONS…
Barkville Dog Rescue • Roswell, GA
10+ years
Copper Brown
HI, I'M COPPER! I'M KID AND DOG FRIENDLY AND A VERY MELLOW BOY. IF YOU LIKE TO ADOPT ME, PLEASE FILL OUT THE APPLICATION AT WWW.BARKVILLEDOGRESCUE.ORG…
Barkville Dog Rescue • Roswell, GA
10+ years
Saban Sr
I'M SABAN! I'M GREAT WITH KIDS, DOGS, AND CATS! Meet Saban - a gentle soul ready for his next chapter! Saban is a sweet senior boy who has so much lov…
Barkville Dog Rescue • Roswell, GA
10+ years
Victor
Meet Victor! If you're looking for a loyal companion who's happiest simply being by your side, Victor may be your perfect match! This handsome brindle…
Barkville Dog Rescue • Roswell, GA
Senior confirmed
Zuri BP
Zuri is a loving, adorable, easy-going girl! She is estimated to be 8 years old, is a Pitbull/Mix, and weighs 63lbs. Her favorite pastimes include snu…
Barkville Dog Rescue • Roswell, GA
Senior confirmed
Blayne Georgie
Georgie is the cutest 'pocket pittie' ... she was born Jan 2018. She is small for her breed and has shorter legs. Georgie can get along with low key d…
Barkville Dog Rescue • Roswell, GA
Senior confirmed
Roscoe
Meet Roscoe - a handsome 8-year-old, 54 lb. Boxer/Shepherd mix with a heart as big as his smile. Roscoe is the perfect blend of fun and affection - he…
Barkville Dog Rescue • Roswell, GA
10+ years
Maggie Jane
Maggie Jane (goes by Meggie) is a playful and happy american bulldog mix, born on 4-26-14 weighing 69lbs. She is full of personality and loves everyon…
Barkville Dog Rescue • Roswell, GA
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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
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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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