Senior confirmed
Juliette
Juliette arrived at CTDR with her beloved best friend, Baxter, after their owner became ill and could no longer care for them. Wanting to ensure her c…
Central Texas Dachshund Rescue • Humble, TX
Senior Dachshund dogs
Senior Dachshund dogs for adoption
Meet 100 adoptable senior Dachshund dogs (age 7+) from shelters and rescues across the country. Older dogs are often calm, house-trained, and ready to love from day one. Showing 91–100 of 100 below.
Senior Dachshunds are often overlooked in favor of puppies, yet they're frequently house-trained, settled in temperament, and ready to bond immediately. Because they're fully grown, you already know roughly how big they are and what they're like — making an older Dachshund one of the most predictable and rewarding dogs you can welcome home.
Last updated July 12, 2026 at 9:30 AM EDT. Listings refresh automatically, usually every 12 hours.
Available senior Dachshund dogs
Senior confirmed
Buster
Update: Buster is proving to be a very well-behaved and friendly boy. He has adjusted beautifully to his foster home, following his person everywhere …
Central Texas Dachshund Rescue • Humble, TX
10+ years
Afraid of Commitment
AFRAID OF LONG-TERM COMMITMENT? TRY FOSTERING! Dakota Dachshund Rescue always needs more volunteers to fulfill our mission of rescuing Dachshunds and …
Dakota Dachshund Rescue • Sioux Falls, SD
10+ years
Frank
Frank is a male Dachshund/Labrador Retriever mix, a senior adult, medium in size, located in Acton, CA at The Brittany Foundation Animal Sanctuary. Se…
The Brittany Foundation Animal Sanctuary • Acton, CA
10+ years
Treco
est dob 11/1/15 current weight ~ 13 lbs $350 adoption fee includes spay/neuter surgery, rabies and other vaccinations, heartworm test, deworming, and …
Mutts & Meows Animal Rescue • Missouri City, TX
10+ years
Duke Rolo
Duke is a lovable senior dog looking for a forever home where he can receive the care and attention he deserves. As a senior, his eyesight may not be …
Diamond Dachshund Rescue of Texas • San Antonio, TX
Senior confirmed
Ibar
Hello! My name's Ibar! Ibar is a charming little dog with a heart full of love. Despite a challenging start in life from a hoarding situation, he has …
Pawfect Match Rescue • Holly Springs, NC
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Romeo 2 ❤️
Romeo, oh such a suitable name for this goofy, loving dog. Romeo is a 9 year young Dachshund mix. He is great with other dogs and very sociable with h…
Happy Days Dog and Cat Rescue • Livonia, MI
Senior confirmed
Cosmos Beans Splash
Cosmos is a great little dog for any family… He’s a dachshund mix, approximately 9 years old and weighs 19 pounds. Cosmos is crate trained, potty trai…
Diamond Dachshund Rescue of Texas • San Antonio, TX
10+ years
Kirby
✨ OLD DOG? Nope. MORE LIKE A FULL-TIME BEST FRIEND. ✨ Meet your future shadow, cuddle expert, walking buddy, and professional heart-stealer. ❤️ This s…
K9 Resque • Palatka, FL
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Adopting a senior Dachshund — 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 adopt a senior Dachshund?
Open a dog's profile to see the shelter or rescue caring for them, then follow the adoption link or contact details to apply directly with that organization.
Are senior Dachshund dogs a good fit for first-time adopters?
Often, yes. An older Dachshund is usually past the high-energy puppy stage and may already know basic commands, which can make ownership easier to ease into. Each profile and shelter can tell you about that dog's individual personality and needs.
Why adopt a senior dog instead of a puppy?
Senior dogs are calmer, usually house-trained, and let you skip the chewing and sleepless nights — and because they are the hardest to place, adopting one can quite literally save a life that might otherwise run out of time.
Are senior Dachshund dogs good with children or other pets?
It depends on the individual dog more than the breed alone. Each dog's profile and the shelter or rescue caring for them can tell you about their history with kids, cats, or other dogs. Senior dogs are often calmer and more predictable than puppies, which can make reading compatibility easier before you commit.
How much does it cost to adopt a senior Dachshund?
Adoption fees vary by shelter and rescue, but senior dogs are frequently discounted or even sponsored — because they wait the longest, many organizations offer reduced fees or cover initial vet care. Open a dog's profile and ask the organization directly for their current fee and what it includes.
Can I foster a senior Dachshund instead of adopting?
Many shelters and rescues offer a foster program, sometimes with a foster-to-adopt path. Fostering a senior Dachshund gets them out of a kennel and into a calm home — which is especially beneficial for older dogs who find shelter life stressful. Ask the organization on any dog's profile whether fostering is an option.
Know a senior dog who needs a home?
Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.