Senior confirmed
Marley GCH
Meet Marley, an 8-year-old sweetheart with a heart as gentle as they come. Weighing 47 pounds, she's the perfect medium-sized companion who is happies…
Eleventh Hour Rescue • Rockaway, NJ
Senior Poodle dogs
Senior Poodle dogs for adoption
Meet 135 adoptable senior Poodle 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 91–120 of 135 below.
Senior Poodles 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 Poodle 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 Poodle dogs
10+ years
CHINO
CHINO is a senior, small male Miniature Poodle at Prince Georges County Animal Management Division in Forestville, MD. Senior dogs make wonderful comp…
Prince Georges County Animal Management Division • Forestville, MD
10+ years
Louis
Louis is a 13 year old, 10 lb miniature poodle mix who is the definition of a gentle, low maintenance senior sweetheart! Special Offer for Louis! Once…
CrisisDogsNC • Spring Lake, NC
Senior confirmed
Stella
Sunny Stella is around 8 years old and weighs 13 pounds. She is a very sweet poodle who arrived after her owner could no longer take care of her. Stel…
Oldies But Goodies Cocker Rescue, Inc • Arlington, VA
10+ years
Ruckus
Meet Ruckus! Ruckus is a 12-year-old, 10-pound Toy Poodle with a heart as big as his personality. After his owner passed away, he found himself in the…
Second Chance Dog Rescue • San Diego, CA
Senior confirmed
SHEILA - “Golden Girl”
Meet SHEILA! — our darling “GOLDEN GIRL” 7-Year-Young Apricot/Red Mini Poodle , approx 13/14 lbs For her entire life, this little girl has been a bree…
Tails of Love Animal Rescue, Inc. • Staten Island, NY
Senior confirmed
Teddy
Meet Teddy, an 8-year-old Poodle mix with a handsome tan and white coat and a gentle, loving personality. After losing the only home he had known for …
Woofs and Wags Dog Rescue • San Diego, CA
Senior confirmed
Mia-APPLICATIONS CLOSED
Happy Days Dog and Cat Rescue • Livonia, MI
10+ years
Peanut May 26 Bonded to Sadie May 26
Foster location: Dreamweaver Farms, Pacolet, SC Weight: 12.4 lbs Height: 7-8in at the shoulder Spayed/Neutered: Yes, Peanut is spayed. Adoption Fee: $…
Carolina Poodle Rescue • Pacolet, SC
10+ years
Thor
Thor is an older poodle mix that has a big personality. He doesn't seem to like other dogs, but he did just get neutered so that may calm in the futur…
Stanly County Humane Society, Inc • Albemarle, NC
Senior confirmed
Merida
We are an all-volunteer/foster home-based rescue. We DO NOT have a physical shelter. Apply to adopt by filling out the online adoption application on …
Dakota Dachshund Rescue • Sioux Falls, SD
10+ years
Jena & Zach
Meet Zach & Jena This super sweet senior duo is upbeat, easygoing, and simply lovely to be around. They’re well-mannered, happy-go-lucky, and wonderfu…
G.R.A.S.P., Inc. • Rochester, NY
Senior confirmed
Pablo
Meet Pablo. He is a 7-year-old, 10 lb., sweet affectionate little guy who is in need of a new home. He loves going to parks and loves the rain. Pablo …
Almost Home Dog Rescue • Doylestown, PA
Senior confirmed
GOMEZ
Hi, I’m Gomez! I’m a new face here from another agency, and I’m still getting comfortable in my new surroundings. I’d love the chance to meet you and …
Humane Society of Ventura County • Ojai, CA
10+ years
Rusty
Meet Rusty At 15 years old, Rusty finds himself in a place no senior dog should be—facing uncertainty as his beloved owner enters hospice care. Rusty …
Rainbow Bridge Hospice Rescue inc • Middlesex, NC
Senior confirmed
Bolt Mar 26
Foster location: Dreamweaver Farms, Pacolet, SC Weight: 5.5 lbs Height: 9 in Spayed/Neutered: Yes Adoption Fee: $429 Fence needed? Yes Want To Know Mo…
Carolina Poodle Rescue • Pacolet, SC
10+ years
Sasha
Sasha is a small female Poodle (Miniature), a senior, at The Brittany Foundation Animal Sanctuary in Acton, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
The Brittany Foundation Animal Sanctuary • Acton, CA
Senior confirmed
Corky
Corky is a sweet, older gentleman whose previous owner could no longer care for him. They made the difficult decision to bring him to the shelter so t…
Friends of the Seal Beach Animal Care Center • Seal Beach, CA
10+ years
Otto Jones
Meet Otto Jones — a 12‑year‑old, 11 lb. miniature Poodle mix who is as adorable as his name suggests! Quick Facts: Name: Otto Jones Breed: Miniature P…
CrisisDogsNC • Spring Lake, NC
10+ years
Neela
Meet Neela! She a blue standard poodle born in 2016, and is as sweet as they come. Neela is the perfect companion for anyone seeking a loyal and affec…
Welfare for Animals Guild • Sequim, WA
10+ years
Murray Mills
Meet Murray Mills, a 10-pound gentleman with a heart as big as his fluffy curls! He is around 10 years old. This sweet poodle mix is the perfect blend…
Angels Among Us Pet Rescue • Alpharetta, GA
Senior confirmed
Jacy Jan 26
Foster location: Dreamweaver Farms, Pacolet, SC Weight: 13 lbs Height: 11 in Spayed/Neutered: Yes Adoption Fee: $1 - I am priceless! Because of Jacy's…
Carolina Poodle Rescue • Pacolet, SC
Senior confirmed
LINCOLIN
LINCOLIN is a senior male Miniature Poodle, size listed as large, at the Animal Welfare League of Illinois - Chicago Ridge in Chicago Ridge, IL. Senio…
Animal Welfare League of Illinois - Chicago Ridge • Chicago Ridge, IL
Senior confirmed
Bear
Bear is 8 years old and a sweetheart. We hope he can find a forever home with someone who would be able to commit to him with his diabetic routine. He…
Animal Shelter Volunteers of Texas • Montgomery, TX
10+ years
AKU
Excited to find your new family member at Wags and Whiskers? Our pets are vaccinated, microchipped, and spayed/neutered. Many come from unknown backgr…
Wags and Whiskers Pet Rescue • Chico, CA
Senior confirmed
Peewee Russell Dec 25
Foster location: Dreamweaver Farms, Pacolet, SC Weight: 13 lbs Height: 10 in Spayed/Neutered: Yes, Peewee is neutered. Adoption Fee: $1 Fence needed? …
Carolina Poodle Rescue • Pacolet, SC
10+ years
Ebby
Meet Ebby! She came to WAG when her previous owner could no longer care for her. She is a great size for a gentle companion- about 20 lbs. Ebby was bo…
Welfare for Animals Guild • Sequim, WA
Senior confirmed
Tootsie
Nine-year-old Tootsie has already lived a lifetime of hardship—but you’d never know it from the quiet sweetness she carries today. For years, this tin…
Best Friend Dog and Animal Adoption Inc • Cranford, NJ
10+ years
Chiquita
Meet Chiquita Chiquita is a gentle 10-year-old, 12 lb poodle–schnauzer mix with the sweetest heart. Her world was recently turned upside down when her…
The Heroic Tail • San Diego, CA
10+ years
Scout
Meet Scout, an absolutely darling 10-pound mini Poodle mix who is ready to steal your heart! This sweet senior boy, around 15 years old, has a gentle …
I.C.A.R.E. Dog Rescue • Corona, CA
Senior Poodle dogs by state
Other breeds
Adopting a senior Poodle — 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 Poodle?
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 Poodle dogs a good fit for first-time adopters?
Often, yes. An older Poodle 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 Poodle 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 Poodle?
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 Poodle instead of adopting?
Many shelters and rescues offer a foster program, sometimes with a foster-to-adopt path. Fostering a senior Poodle 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.