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 1,141–1,170 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
Kezar, adoptable senior Labrador Retriever/Shepherd (Unknown Type) in Petaluma, CA

Kezar

Labrador Retriever/Shepherd (Unknown Type) • ♂ Male • 10 years

Kezar is a 10 yrs 1 mo male Labrador Retriever/Shepherd (Unknown Type). He is at Lily's Legacy Senior Dog Sanctuary in Petaluma, CA. Senior dogs make …

Lily's Legacy Senior Dog Sanctuary • Petaluma, CA

10+ years
Levi, adoptable senior Border Collie/Labrador Retriever in Petaluma, CA

Levi

Border Collie/Labrador Retriever • ♂ Male • 10 years

Levi is a 10-year-old male Border Collie/Labrador Retriever at Lily's Legacy Senior Dog Sanctuary in Petaluma, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful companio…

Lily's Legacy Senior Dog Sanctuary • Petaluma, CA

10+ years
MINT, adoptable senior Chihuahua in Phoenix, AZ

MINT

Chihuahua • ♂ Male • Small • 10 years

MINT is a senior male Chihuahua, small in size, at Maricopa County Animal Care & Control - West Valley Animal Care Center in Phoenix, AZ. Senior dogs …

Maricopa County Animal Care & Control - West Valley Animal Care Center • Phoenix, AZ

10+ years
CLAIRE, adoptable senior Shiba Inu in Baldwin Park, CA

CLAIRE

Shiba Inu • ♀ Female • Medium • 10 years

CLAIRE is a senior female Shiba Inu, medium size, located in Baldwin Park, CA at Los Angeles County Animal Control - Baldwin Park. Senior dogs make wo…

Los Angeles County Animal Control - Baldwin Park • Baldwin Park, CA

10+ years
MAX, adoptable senior Husky in Las Vegas, NV

MAX

Husky • ♂ Male • Large • 10 years

MAX is a senior male Husky, large, at The Animal Foundation - Las Vegas in Las Vegas, NV. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.

The Animal Foundation - Las Vegas • Las Vegas, NV

10+ years
LARRY, adoptable senior Chihuahua in Los Angeles, CA

LARRY

Chihuahua • ♂ Male • Small • 10 years

LARRY is a male senior Chihuahua, small in size, at the South Los Angeles Animal Care and Control Center in Los Angeles, CA. Senior dogs make wonderfu…

South Los Angeles Animal Care and Control Center • Los Angeles, CA

10+ years
AZALEA, adoptable senior Labrador Retriever in Long Beach, CA

AZALEA

Labrador Retriever • ♀ Female • Large • 10 years

AZALEA is a senior female Labrador Retriever, large, at Long Beach Animal Care Services in Long Beach, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.

Long Beach Animal Care Services • Long Beach, CA

10+ years
KUZCO, adoptable senior Beagle in Brighton, CO

KUZCO

Beagle • ♂ Male • Medium • 10 years

Meet this sweet senior who’s looking for a peaceful place to call home. He walks beautifully on leash and would love light, easy outings with his fami…

Adams County Animal Shelter • Brighton, CO

10+ years
HARVEY, adoptable senior Labrador Retriever in Pueblo, CO

HARVEY

Labrador Retriever • ♂ Male • Medium • 10 years

Harvey is a happy-go-lucky chocolate Lab who loves people and is always ready for his next adventure. His favorite hobby is chasing cats, so he'll do …

Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region — Pueblo • Pueblo, CO

10+ years
ELMO, adoptable senior Chihuahua in Phoenix, AZ

ELMO

Chihuahua • ♂ Male • Small • 10 years

ELMO is a small, senior male Chihuahua located in Phoenix, AZ at Maricopa County Animal Care & Control - West Valley Animal Care Center. Senior dogs m…

Maricopa County Animal Care & Control - West Valley Animal Care Center • Phoenix, AZ

10+ years
CHLOE, adoptable senior Boston Terrier in Brooklyn, NY

CHLOE

Boston Terrier • ♀ Female • 10 years

CHLOE is a 10 year old, 18lb Boston Terrier. Before we rescued her, Chloe had been overbred by her previous owners -- a puppy-making machine. This kin…

Beastly Rescue • Brooklyn, NY

10+ years
LESLIE, adoptable senior Chihuahua in Downey, CA

LESLIE

Chihuahua • ♀ Female • Medium • 10 years

LESLIE is a senior female Chihuahua, medium size, located in Downey, CA at Los Angeles County Animal Control - Downey. Senior dogs make wonderful comp…

Los Angeles County Animal Control - Downey • Downey, CA

10+ years
Mister, adoptable senior Mixed Breed, Large (over 44 lbs fully grown) in Georgetown, TX

Mister

Mixed Breed, Large (over 44 lbs fully grown) • ♂ Male • 10 years

Meet Mister, the delightful and debonaire doggo with an unforgettably striking brindle coat and a single white sock. With his medium-sized frame and s…

Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter • Georgetown, TX

10+ years
Gina, adoptable senior Mixed Breed, Large (over 44 lbs fully grown) in Georgetown, TX

Gina

Mixed Breed, Large (over 44 lbs fully grown) • ♀ Female • 10 years

Introducing Gina! She's a people person and she's so excited to meet you! Gina has some vision impairment, but she doesn't let that stop her from gett…

Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter • Georgetown, 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.