Senior confirmed
ANNIE
What dog breed has a ridge on its neck but not all the way down its back, is 39 lbs and brindle? Well… only Annie knows! Annie was found as a stray by…
St Charles County Humane Services • St Peters, MO
Senior Hound dogs
Senior Hound dogs for adoption
Meet 67 adoptable senior Hound 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 31–60 of 67 below.
Senior Hounds 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 Hound 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 Hound dogs
10+ years
River
Hi there! My name is River and I am 13 years old. I am a sweet, curious girl that loves to explore and take walks to smell the flowers. Despite my age…
Animal Welfare League of Kosciusko County • Pierceton, IN
Senior confirmed
SAM
SAM is a senior male Hound of medium size at Catawba County Animal Care and Control in Newton, NC. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Catawba County Animal Care and Control • Newton, NC
10+ years
Rocco (10yo, 38lbs)
Introducing Rocco! He is a sweet senior boy picked up along rural road. Rocco is good with other dogs and cats. He is also good around chickens. Walks…
Animal Control and Welfare Project, Inc • Hinton, WV
10+ years
STAR
STAR is a senior female Hound of medium size at Catawba County Animal Care and Control in Newton, NC. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Catawba County Animal Care and Control • Newton, NC
Senior confirmed
Old Man McGucket
Meet Old Man McGucket — the sweetest, mellowest hound around! At 9 years old and 68 pounds of tall, lanky charm, this Plott Hound knows exactly who he…
Community Animal Welfare Society • Salt Lake City, UT
10+ years
Mocha
This gorgeous lady's name is Mocha! Mocha is a ten to twelve year old America Shelter Dog who still has plenty of spunk and energy for her age. She wo…
Second Chance Animal Center • Arlington, VT
Senior confirmed
Karen
This beautiful sweet little 25lb lady is Karen. She's 7 yrs old with plenty of spunk. Karen doesn't do well being an only dog or being left alone for …
Needy Paws Rescue • St. Louis, MO
Senior confirmed
FINN
Finn is a handsome senior dog who arrived at the shelter on 5/7 alongside another dog and is now hoping for a fresh start. While the shelter environme…
Marion County Animal Services • Ocala, FL
10+ years
Napoleon
Meet Napoleon! Napoleon is a male hound/beagle mix (DOB: 9/9/2016) with an easygoing personality and a love for the simple life. If you’re looking for…
Cuz i Matter Animal Rescue • Pflugerville, TX
Senior confirmed
Abbey Mae
ABBEY MAE came to us when her owner had to go into assisted living. She is the sweetest, sweetest dog! Always happy to meet new people! Abbey is good …
CompAnimals Pet Rescue Inc • Landenberg, PA
Senior confirmed
Edith
As the temperature begins to drop again, we got a plea to help a heartworm positive and “extremely emaciated” senior hound that found herself at a rur…
Swamp Haven Rescue, Inc. • Saint Augustine, FL
Senior confirmed
CHOPS
Meet Chops! Chops is overall a very well behaved dog! He´s housetrained, follows your rules, and has never chewed or destroyed anything else than some…
Marion County Animal Services • Ocala, FL
Senior confirmed
Chloe
NOTE- CHLOE IS LISTED AS A COURTESY FOR AN INDIVIDUAL ASKING TO REHOME THEIR PET. PLEASE SEE CONTACT INFO BELOW. Chloe is full of energy and is lookin…
Reach Out Rescue & Resources • Westminster, MD
Senior confirmed
Felix
Currently located at our Owensboro, KY location Felix Felix is a 7-year-old hound mix with a heart as big as his 70-pound frame. This sweet boy has be…
It Takes A Village No-Kill Rescue • Evansville, IN
Senior confirmed
Thunder
Meet Thunder. The right combination of silly and serious . Thunder will stare at you inquisitively and then give a care-free hop. Thunder loves walks,…
Plenty of Pit Bulls • Gainesville, FL
Senior confirmed
Brea
Hello, all! I am the beautiful Brea, and I can’t wait to meet you! I am a female hound mix with adorable floppy lab ears and a whippy greyhound tail. …
Rescue Rovers Dog Adoptions • Sandy, UT
Senior confirmed
Gunner Dixon
Meet Gunner, an 89 lb bundle of love who will fill your home with warmth. At 7 years old, Gunner is a gentle senior with the most soulful puppy-dog ey…
Eleventh Hour Rescue • Rockaway, NJ
Senior confirmed
Whiskey
Rescued from Rosarito, Mexico, Whiskey is 8 years young and full of heart. This happy, easygoing guy has a tail that never stops wagging and a gentle …
Woofs and Wags Dog Rescue • San Diego, CA
Senior confirmed
Huck
SENIOR** Sweet, affable, and simply adorable, Huck (aka Huckleberry Hound) is everything a hound should be. He loves to sniff, he is a happy guy, and …
Partnership for Animal Welfare • Greenbelt, MD
Senior confirmed
FORREST
Hi, I'm Forrest! I'm a charming and friendly dog who loves making new friends. As a true celebrity in the making, I have a natural charisma that draws…
SPCA of Wake County • Raleigh, NC
10+ years
Abby - Awesome Girl!
Abby is a beautiful senior who is looking for a new forever home. She's currently being fostered in NJ. Abby is a friendly hound mix who is great with…
Wag On Inn Rescue • Oakhurst, NJ
Senior confirmed
Braydan
My (Braydan's) adoption fee is sponsored by someone who loves me! With legs for days and fur as soft as velvet, this boy is quite the handsome gentlem…
Angels Among Us Pet Rescue • Alpharetta, GA
Senior confirmed
Orville Woofenbacher (cannot be fixed per vet)
Orville Woofenbacher is a senior male Hound available for adoption from Take Paws Rescue in New Orleans, LA. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Take Paws Rescue • New Orleans, LA
10+ years
Paw Paw Walter
Adopt Paw Paw Walter – Sponsored & Ready to Love You! Some dogs just have that something… and Paw Paw Walter is one of them At 11 years young, this sw…
One Love Animal Rescue • Mount Laurel, NJ
Senior confirmed
Harrison
Lazybone? That is Harrison's middle name! He is a chill guy looking for the quiet life. He even doesn't like barking from his own self, staying surpri…
Calhoun County Humane Society, Inc. • Anniston, AL
10+ years
Rocko
Sweet hound dog who loves to go outside and be in nature. Gentle soul. Never meets a stranger and loves his treats.
Animal Rescue Fund of MS • Jackson, MS
10+ years
DeBo
DeBo, a senior neutered chocolate brown and tan hound and Rottweiler mix born around October 2015, is eagerly awaiting to find his forever home. Weigh…
Dogs 2nd Chance • Munford, TN
Senior confirmed
Rex
Meet Rex — The Cuddle King with a Goofy Smile! With his silly ears, gentle heart, and that charming smile, Rex is ready to snuggle his way into your h…
Rescue Ranch • Yreka, CA
Senior confirmed
Teagan
Meet Teagan, a Hound mix who weighs about 40 pounds. Her vet estimated year of birth is 2018. Teagan is a very sweet young lady who is very loving but…
Ruff Love Foster Care and Dog Rescue • Thomasville, NC
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Adopting a senior Hound — 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 Hound?
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 Hound dogs a good fit for first-time adopters?
Often, yes. An older Hound 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 Hound 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 Hound?
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 Hound instead of adopting?
Many shelters and rescues offer a foster program, sometimes with a foster-to-adopt path. Fostering a senior Hound 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.