10+ years
Luna
Luna - DOB 10/14/2015 Female Heeler Mix Meet Luna, a senior canine with a heart full of sweetness and loyalty. Her friendly nature shines through her …
Hope Animal Rescues • Godfrey, IL
10 years & older
Senior dogs age 10 and older
Meet 1980 adoptable senior dogs aged 10 and older. These are some of the most overlooked dogs in rescue — and some of the most grateful to be chosen. Showing 961–990 of 1,980 below.
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Dogs aged 10 and older — in their double digits — are among the very hardest to place, yet they're often the gentlest companions you'll find: house-trained, long past the chewing and high-energy years, and content to spend their days close to you. Older dogs are too easily overlooked, so giving one a soft place to land for their remaining years is one of the most meaningful things an adopter can do. Always confirm availability and adoption steps with the shelter or rescue.
Available senior dogs aged 10 and older
10+ years
VADER
VADER is a senior male Rottweiler currently at the Humane Society of Central Texas/City of Waco Animal Shelter in Waco, TX. Senior dogs make wonderful…
Humane Society of Central Texas/City of Waco Animal Shelter • Waco, TX
10+ years
Tiger
TIGER - a sweet 11 year old teddy bear was adopted as a puppy from FWACC and found himself as a stray and on the EU list. Tiger was RESCUED by Weather…
Weatherford Wags • Weatherford, TX
10+ years
Boo Boo
Boo Boo requires an approved Best Friend Pet Adoption application. PLEASE submit an application now at: The link to our application is https://toolkit…
Best Friend Pet Adoption • Cary, NC
10+ years
Tigger
Tigger, a high-energy bull terrier and pit bull mix born in late 2015, is the friendliest, most fun-loving little guy. He absolutely loves everyone he…
Rescue Dogs Rock, Inc • New York, NY
10+ years
Nala
Nala, dumped at a SC shelter, was born in 2015 and now weighs about 45 lbs. Nala is a total sweetheart and loves her people. She needs to be the queen…
Rescue Dogs Rock, Inc • New York, NY
10+ years
Justus
This stunning boy is Justus, a Pit mix born in 2015, who came into rescue from Texas - found chained, with no fur, eyes filled with mucus, skin raging…
Rescue Dogs Rock, Inc • New York, NY
10+ years
Shelly
Shelly, a beautiful Pittie, was rescued from Manhattan ACC where she had been brought in as a stray, with broken teeth and was emaciated at only 24 po…
Rescue Dogs Rock, Inc • New York, NY
10+ years
Raleigh (Forever Foster)
Raleigh is an older gentleman who came to us from northern OK. His family had to move rather suddenly, and they were not able to take him (or his pupp…
American Boston Terrier Rescue • Little Elm, TX
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
10+ years
Brutus
Brutus is no brute at all - he is a humble, shy boy with a love of other dogs and quiet spaces. He lived a long time as just one of many in a hoarder …
Calhoun County Humane Society, Inc. • Anniston, AL
10+ years
Rocky Conklin
Update 4/2026 Someone inquired about Rocky the other day and I had to explain that his personality would not enable us to send him to a Petsmart for s…
Joyful Rescues, Inc. • Cuba, NY
10+ years
PETUNIA
11 years old and I would like to spend my senior years as an only dog, so that I get all the attention that I deserve. Thank you for your interest in …
Tri-State Basset Hound Rescue • Milmay, NJ
10+ years
BO
Bo is 12yo, weighs 40lbs, is neutered, is up to date on his vaccines, but is not microchipped. Bo's guardian explains why he has made the difficult de…
Rescue Well Incorporated • Columbia, MD
10+ years
CAP
Cap (originally Cap'n - Captain), is 10-12yo, weighs 65lbs, is spayed, is up to date on her vaccines, and is microchipped. She knows 'sit', 'stay', an…
Rescue Well Incorporated • Columbia, MD
At Risk
RUBBLE
Heartbreak and Hope: Meet Rubble Rubble's story is one of love, loss, and resilience. This senior dog has known only one home and family for his entir…
Wags and Whiskers Pet Rescue • Chico, CA
10+ years
Freya
10 year old Freya joined the Pawfect Match family with three of her adult children, after being rescued from living outside under a shed. Freya has pr…
Pawfect Match Rescue • Holly Springs, NC
10+ years
Pluto
All dogs on the Best Friend Pet Adoption website ARE available and require an approved Best Friend Pet Adoption application before you can be consider…
Best Friend Pet Adoption • Cary, NC
10+ years
Luna
Meet sweet senior girl Luna! This lovely girl was severely neglected, and then dumped like trash by her owner. She has some vision loss, and needs eye…
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
10+ years
Maggie Pearl - Hospice Only
Maggie Pearl was a stray that found her way to Wake County Animal Shelter right before they closed down due to the canine flu outbreak. She did have a…
Pawfect Match Rescue • Holly Springs, NC
10+ years
Blu
Meet Blu - an adorable furball of love and joy! He loves his human and there is no one more loyal to his person than Blu. He loves a calm, consistent …
Doggie Harmony • Atlanta, GA
10+ years
Hazel
Hazel is a gentle little old soul with the sweetest heart. She’s a senior girl who lives life in slow motion—happy to lounge in her cozy bed, take a q…
Animal Rescue Fund of MS • Jackson, MS
10+ years
GILBERT- IN TRAINING
GILBERT- IN TRAINING is a senior male Labrador Retriever, medium size, at Redlands Animal Shelter in Redlands, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful companio…
Redlands Animal Shelter • Redlands, CA
At Risk
Killer
All of our adoptable animals are up to date on routine vaccinations, microchipped and spayed or neutered. If the animal is too young a certificate for…
Texarkana Animal League • Texarkana, TX
10+ years
ROCKO
We'll let Rocko's foster tell it best: Rocko is extremely laid back. He's really happy to hang out or go for a ride or a hike or a walk or just chill …
Fulton County Animal Services • Atlanta, GA
10+ years
Max 8
Max 8 is a delightfully happy, 10 yr. old yellow lab mix who weighs 70 lbs. Max is friendly, loves attention, is very smart and so interested in every…
Southwest Oasis Labrador Rescue • Tucson, AZ
10+ years
Aspen
AspenTag No: 6856Registered Name: NoneBreed: Greyhound MixDate of Birth: June 18, 2021Color: BrindleCat Trainable: NoDog Friendly: See CommentsKid Fri…
Greyhound Pets, Inc. • Woodinville, WA
10+ years
SASHA
Let me introduce myself, my name is Sasha and though technically I'm a senior dog at 11 years old, I have energy and a zest for life! I'm looking forw…
Fulton County Animal Services • Atlanta, GA
10+ years
10+ years
Marge
Marge, along with her pal, Homer, was rescued when they were found roaming out in the middle of the country. She is very sweet and gets along well wit…
Straydog Inc • Gun Barrel City, TX
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Adopting a dog aged 10+ — 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.
Is it worth adopting a dog aged 10 or older?
Absolutely. Older dogs are typically calm, affectionate, and already trained, and they bond deeply with the people who give them a home. Their time with you may be shorter, but adopters consistently describe it as some of the most rewarding companionship they've known.
Do dogs aged 10+ have higher vet costs?
Some older dogs need a special diet, joint support, or more regular check-ups, but many are healthy for their age. Each dog's profile and the shelter caring for them can tell you about any known medical needs before you adopt.
How do I adopt one of these senior dogs?
Open any dog's profile to see which shelter or rescue is caring for them, then use the adoption link or contact details to apply directly with that organization. Lily's Second Chance gathers older dogs in one place so they're easier to find.
Know an older dog who needs a home?
Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.