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JJ
JJ is a small male Yorkshire Terrier (Yorkie), a senior dog located in Las Vegas, NV at The Animal Foundation - Las Vegas. Senior dogs make wonderful …
The Animal Foundation - Las Vegas • Las Vegas, NV
Senior Yorkshire Terrier Yorkie dogs
Senior Yorkshire Terrier Yorkie dogs for adoption
Meet 78 adoptable senior Yorkshire Terrier Yorkie 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 1–30 of 78 below.
Senior Yorkshire Terrier Yorkies 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 Yorkshire Terrier Yorkie 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 Yorkshire Terrier Yorkie dogs
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PAQUITO
PAQUITO is a senior male Yorkshire Terrier (Yorkie), small in size, currently at Albuquerque Animal Services - Westside in Albuquerque, NM. Senior dog…
Albuquerque Animal Services - Westside • Albuquerque, NM
Senior confirmed
BROWNIE
Brownie is a senior male Yorkshire Terrier / Lhasa Apso, medium size. He is at West Valley Animal Care and Control Center in Chatsworth, CA. Senior do…
West Valley Animal Care and Control Center • Chatsworth, CA
10+ years
A658636
Meet A658636, a senior male Yorkshire Terrier (Yorkie), small, currently at Harris County Pets in Houston, TX. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Harris County Pets • Houston, TX
Senior confirmed
RUBY
RUBY is a senior female Yorkshire Terrier (Yorkie), medium size, currently at San Antonio Animal Care Services in San Antonio, TX. Senior dogs make wo…
San Antonio Animal Care Services • San Antonio, TX
10+ years
10+ years
SOPHIE
SOPHIE is a senior female Yorkshire Terrier (Yorkie), small size, currently at Stanislaus County Animal Services in Modesto, CA. Senior dogs make wond…
Stanislaus County Animal Services • Modesto, CA
Senior confirmed
PHEOBE
PHEOBE is a senior female Yorkshire Terrier Yorkie, small in size, located in Miami, FL at Miami Dade Animal Services. Senior dogs make wonderful comp…
Miami Dade Animal Services • Miami, FL
Senior confirmed
BUBBA
BUBBA is a senior male Yorkshire Terrier (Yorkie), medium size, currently at Stanislaus County Animal Services in Modesto, CA. Senior dogs make wonder…
Stanislaus County Animal Services • Modesto, CA
Senior confirmed
Zeldi June
You Tube video link: https://youtube.com/shorts/RjJ4HT68D-U FOR ADOPTION! Note: Only those with a responsible dog ownership history and excellent vet …
Ninna's Road to Rescue • Benton, LA
Senior confirmed
Ashton Kutcher "Daddy's Boy!!"
FEW or NO STEPS. Ashton has front right elbow arthritis ** Would like a doggy buddy his size at home too ** Meet ASHTON KUTCHER, 8 yr old, 11 lb, York…
Needy Paws Rescue • St. Louis, MO
10+ years
PA
PA is a male senior Yorkshire Terrier (Yorkie), small, located in Baldwin Park, CA at Los Angeles County Animal Control - Baldwin Park. Senior dogs ma…
Los Angeles County Animal Control - Baldwin Park • Baldwin Park, CA
Senior confirmed
HERSHEY
HERSHEY is a male senior Yorkshire Terrier Yorkie, small in size. He is at Yolo County Animal Services Shelter in Woodland, CA, and senior dogs make w…
Yolo County Animal Services Shelter • Woodland, CA
10+ years
Buddy
This sweet senior gentleman is looking for a soft place to land and a family to love. Buddy is an 11-year-old Yorkie mix weighing approximately 14 pou…
Island Dog Adoption Network • Virginia Beach, VA
10+ years
ALPIN
Alpin walks well on a leash* Alpin appears to be potty trained* Alpin is a cuddly boy* Alpin did well on his temperament test with a male Chihuahua • …
Moreno Valley Animal Shelter • Moreno Valley, CA
10+ years
LOUIE
LOUIE is a small senior male Yorkshire Terrier Yorkie at East Valley Animal Care and Control Center in Van Nuys, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful compan…
East Valley Animal Care and Control Center • Van Nuys, CA
10+ years
LILI
LILI is a senior female Yorkshire Terrier (Yorkie), a small dog at MSPCA - Boston Animal Care and Adoption Center in Boston, MA. Senior dogs make wond…
MSPCA - Boston Animal Care and Adoption Center • Boston, MA
10+ years
Smoky
Hello my name is Smoky. I’m a lady of distinction with about 10 years of wisdom under my belt and weigh 12lbs. Most people say my beauty and sassy att…
Paws Across Pittsburgh • Springdale, PA
10+ years
PEBBLES
PEBBLES is a small senior female Yorkshire Terrier Yorkie / Papillon in Forestville, MD at the Prince Georges County Animal Management Division. Senio…
Prince Georges County Animal Management Division • Forestville, MD
Senior confirmed
BARBARA
BARBARA is a senior female Yorkshire Terrier (Yorkie), small in size, located in Phoenix, AZ at Maricopa County Animal Care & Control - West Valley An…
Maricopa County Animal Care & Control - West Valley Animal Care Center • Phoenix, AZ
Senior confirmed
TERRY
TERRY is a senior female Yorkshire Terrier (Yorkie), small in size. She is at South Los Angeles Animal Care and Control Center in Los Angeles, CA, and…
South Los Angeles Animal Care and Control Center • Los Angeles, CA
Senior confirmed
Fuecoco
Fuecoco is a stunningly beautiful female Yorkie. She is as sweet as she is beautiful.
Camp Papillon Adoption & Rescue Inc • Stroudsburg, PA
Senior confirmed
Duncan
Meet Duncan! This adorable 8-year-old Yorkie weighs just 10 pounds and is full of love. Friendly, happy, and always ready for cuddles, Duncan is the p…
Friends of Orange County's Homeless Pets • Menifee, CA
Senior confirmed
Cooper & Buddy - COURTESY BONDED PAIR
Cooper & Buddy are a courtesy listing, not in the AARF foster program, and we are posting online to help the owner find a home for them. Please visit …
A.A.R.F. - All About Rescue and Fixin' Inc. • Cookeville, TN
Senior confirmed
Winston
Meet Winston! Winston is a 9-year-old, approximately 12 lb Yorkie with the looks and spirit of a dog half his age. Winston loves to play and is always…
Second Chance Dog Rescue • San Diego, CA
10+ years
NATTY
NATTY is a senior female Yorkshire Terrier (Yorkie), small in size, located at The Animal Foundation in Las Vegas, NV. Senior dogs make wonderful comp…
The Animal Foundation - Las Vegas • Las Vegas, NV
10+ years
TEDDY
TEDDY is a small senior male Yorkshire Terrier (Yorkie) currently at Corona Animal Services in Corona, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Corona Animal Services • Corona, CA
10+ years
Charlie
Meet Charlie, a sweet 10-year-old Yorkshire Terrier with a gentle heart and lots of love to give. Charlie is a handsome black and tan boy who weighs a…
Yorkie Rescue Houston • Spring, TX
10+ years
Olaf York
Olaf is a handsome Yorkshire Terrier mix in a jumbo 23-pound package—he’s as striking as he is unique. Olaf will need an experienced home as the only …
Stray Haven Inc • Aurora, IN
10+ years
Cisco
He is 10 years old and weighs 5 lb. Our adoption center & Spay Clinic is open by appointment with approved application. We are located at 571 NE 44th …
Animal Aid, Inc. • Oakland Park, FL
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Adopting a senior Yorkshire Terrier Yorkie — 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 Yorkshire Terrier Yorkie?
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 Yorkshire Terrier Yorkie dogs a good fit for first-time adopters?
Often, yes. An older Yorkshire Terrier Yorkie 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 Yorkshire Terrier Yorkie 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 Yorkshire Terrier Yorkie?
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 Yorkshire Terrier Yorkie instead of adopting?
Many shelters and rescues offer a foster program, sometimes with a foster-to-adopt path. Fostering a senior Yorkshire Terrier Yorkie 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.