Senior Rat Terrier dogs in Tennessee

Senior Rat Terrier dogs for adoption in Tennessee

Meet 2 adoptable senior Rat Terrier dogs (age 7+) in Tennessee. Each one is from a shelter or rescue and ready for a calm, loving home.

Older Rat Terriers in Tennessee are often passed over for puppies, yet they're usually house-trained, settled in temperament, and ready to bond right away — and because they're fully grown, you already know their size and personality. Adopting a senior Rat Terrier in Tennessee means welcoming a calm, grateful companion who can settle in from day one.

Last updated July 12, 2026 at 9:30 AM EDT. Listings refresh automatically, usually every 12 hours.

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BENJAMIN, adoptable senior Rat Terrier in Franklin, TN

BENJAMIN

Rat Terrier • ♂ Male • Medium • 10 years

Imagine driving down a rural country road on the way to pickup groceries, when out of the brush comes 2 walking Halloween skeletons. That is what Benj…

Critter Cavalry Rescue • Franklin, TN

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Lola (ae), adoptable senior Rat Terrier in White Bluff, TN

Lola (ae)

Rat Terrier • ♀ Female • Medium • 9 years

We rescued Lola from Memphis Animal Control on 4-26-25. She was found close to their facility, with another dog and was very underweight. She becomes …

Last Chance Pet Rescue, Inc • White Bluff, TN

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Adopting a senior Rat Terrier in Tennessee — 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 Rat Terrier in Tennessee?

Open any dog's profile to see the shelter or rescue caring for them in Tennessee, then use the adoption link or contact details to apply directly with that organization. Lily's Second Chance simply gathers senior Rat Terriers in one place so they're easier to find.

Are there always senior Rat Terrier dogs available in Tennessee?

Availability changes often as dogs are adopted and new ones are listed. If you don't see a senior Rat Terrier in Tennessee right now, check back soon or browse nearby states — new dogs are added regularly.

Can I adopt a senior Rat Terrier from Tennessee if I live elsewhere?

Often, yes. Many rescues and shelters in Tennessee arrange or help coordinate transport for the right adopter, while others prefer a local meet-and-greet first. Open a dog's profile and ask the organization directly how their out-of-area adoption process works.

Know a senior Rat Terrier in Tennessee who needs a home?

Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.