Senior confirmed
Austra
Austra is a shy girl* Austra likes toys* Austra does better with calmer dogs**if adopted, a sponsor will pay for alteration and rabies**• While we str…
Moreno Valley Animal Shelter • Moreno Valley, CA
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Senior dogs for adoption, nationwide
6,931 adoptable senior dogs (age 7+) are listed right now, with 6,718 currently grouped across 48 states. Search below, or browse by state or age.
Last updated November 9, 2026 at 3:50 AM EST. 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.
16 senior dogs match your search
16 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
Shelby
Shelby knows sit, shake, and lay down* Shelby responds to her name* Shelby appears to be potty trained* Shelby loves treats and ear rubs* Shelby did w…
Moreno Valley Animal Shelter • Moreno Valley, CA
Senior confirmed
10+ years
Philip
Philip needs medical rescue by 11/03/2026* Philip is blind, possibly deaf, and arthritic* Philip needs his teeth removed* Philip appears to be potty t…
Moreno Valley Animal Shelter • Moreno Valley, CA
Senior confirmed
10+ years
Kiara
Kiara knows sit* Kiara appears to be potty trained* Kiara enjoys stuffed toys* Kiara did well on her temperament tests with a male Belgian Tervuren an…
Moreno Valley Animal Shelter • Moreno Valley, CA
Senior confirmed
Nala
Nala walks well on a leash* Nala appears to be potty trained* Nala did well sharing a kennel with a similarly sized dog* Nala did well on her temperam…
Moreno Valley Animal Shelter • Moreno Valley, CA
Senior confirmed
Jessica
Jessica knows sit* Jessica loves ear rubs* Jessica did well sharing a kennel with a female Pit Bull• While we strive to provide accurate information a…
Moreno Valley Animal Shelter • Moreno Valley, CA
10+ years
Smiley
Smiley needs medical rescue or adoption with medical waiver by 09/29/2026* Smiley appears to be potty trained* Smiley loves to play with toys* Smiley …
Moreno Valley Animal Shelter • Moreno Valley, CA
Senior confirmed
Leanne
Leanne knows sit* Leanne appears to be potty trained* Leanne loves being petted* Leanne was avoidant on her temperament test with a male German Shephe…
Moreno Valley Animal Shelter • Moreno Valley, CA
Senior confirmed
Kingsley
Kingsley appears to be potty trained* Kinglsey lays down when told to sit* Kingsley knows shake and takes treats gently* Kingsley loves to play ball* …
Moreno Valley Animal Shelter • Moreno Valley, CA
Senior confirmed
Raven
Raven loves to go on walks* Raven did okay on his temperament test with a neutered Siberian Husky• While we strive to provide accurate information abo…
Moreno Valley Animal Shelter • Moreno Valley, CA
Senior confirmed
Joy
Joy knows sit* Joy is a shy but sweet girl* Joy did well sharing a kennel with a female Pit Bull* Recommend slow and monitored introduction to dogs• W…
Moreno Valley Animal Shelter • Moreno Valley, CA
Senior confirmed
A555164
walks well on a leash* appears to be potty trained* did okay on his temperament test with a male Pug mix and a male Maltese mix• While we strive to pr…
Moreno Valley Animal Shelter • Moreno Valley, CA
10+ years
Prince
Prince is a sweet boy* Prince appears to be potty trained* Prince loves treats* Prince did well on his temperament test with 3 female Pit Bulls• While…
Moreno Valley Animal Shelter • Moreno Valley, CA
Senior confirmed
Lorriane
Lorraine appears to be potty trained* Lorraine loves treats* Lorraine walks well on leash* Lorraine is doing well sharing a kennel with a female Dachs…
Moreno Valley Animal Shelter • Moreno Valley, CA
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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 48 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.
What should I prepare before bringing a senior dog home?
A quiet space to rest, easy access to food and water, and a short chat with the shelter about any diet or mobility needs the specific dog has will set you both up well. Keeping the first few days calm and predictable helps an older dog relax and start to feel settled in their new surroundings.
How do I know if a senior dog is right for my household?
Ask the shelter or rescue caring for the dog about their history with children, cats, and other dogs, and whether a meet-and-greet is possible before you decide. Because older dogs are already grown and settled, their temperament tends to be easier to read, which makes finding the right fit for your home more straightforward.
Is fostering a senior dog a good first step?
For many people, yes. Fostering gets a dog out of a kennel and into a calm home, and it lets you see how the match fits day to day before committing. Many of the organizations named on a dog's profile offer fostering, sometimes with a foster-to-adopt path, so it's worth asking them whether it's available.
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
California1318Texas951Florida797Arizona319Georgia298Illinois216North Carolina214Maryland208New York195Colorado164Nevada159Utah135Missouri130New Mexico128Pennsylvania114Minnesota112New Jersey105Virginia98South Carolina86Massachusetts82Tennessee79Indiana78Oklahoma76Mississippi71Ohio63Washington55Louisiana50Michigan44Alabama41Connecticut40Iowa38Oregon29Delaware28West Virginia28Wisconsin23Kansas19Kentucky19Rhode Island19Alaska16South Dakota16District of Columbia15Idaho13Vermont13Arkansas9Nebraska9New Hampshire5North Dakota5Wyoming2Montana1Puerto Rico1
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Alabama41Alaska16American SamoaArizona319Arkansas9California1318Colorado164Connecticut40Delaware28District of Columbia15Florida797Georgia298GuamHawaiiIdaho13Illinois216Indiana78Iowa38Kansas19Kentucky19Louisiana50MaineMaryland208Massachusetts82Michigan44Minnesota112Mississippi71Missouri130Montana1Nebraska9Nevada159New Hampshire5New Jersey105New Mexico128New York195North Carolina214North Dakota5Northern Mariana IslandsOhio63Oklahoma76Oregon29Pennsylvania114Puerto Rico1Rhode Island19South Carolina86South Dakota16Tennessee79Texas951U.S. Virgin IslandsUtah135Vermont13Virginia98Washington55West Virginia28Wisconsin23Wyoming2
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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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