10+ years
Benny - Loving Senior
Benny is a handsome Maltese-Poodle mix who is looking for a new home! Benny was adopted to a loving couple a few years ago, but sadly, his owners can …
Wag On Inn Rescue • Oakhurst, NJ
12 years & older
Senior dogs age 12 and older
Meet 688 adoptable senior dogs aged 12 and older. These are some of the most overlooked dogs in rescue — and some of the most grateful to be chosen. Showing 211–240 of 688 below.
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Dogs aged 12 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 12 and older
10+ years
Bubba
Bubba is a sweet senior gentleman looking for a soft place to land. He was originally adopted from the shelter in 2014 but recently returned to us as …
Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter • Georgetown, TX
10+ years
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10+ years
Hufflepuff
Good with Dogs · Medical - Basic Vetting Completed · Medical Coord/Adopter Consult Required · Must be adopted into a home with another dog · Timid/Shy…
alwaysandfurever.org
10+ years
Senior Chihuahua - Smooth Coated
Located at I am with an offsite partner!
Chicago Animal Care and Control • Chicago, IL
10+ years
BRANDY
My name is Brandy. I am described as a female, brown brindle American Pit Bull Terrier.
Chicago Animal Care and Control • Chicago, IL
10+ years
Senior Pomeranian
I am described as a female, black Pomeranian.
Chicago Animal Care and Control • Chicago, IL
10+ years
10+ years
Baxter
Los Angeles Adoption Search Dogs Baxter Email Me Info Share Adopt me Email Me Info Share Adopt Baxter Adopt Dog, looks like Terrier, Rat/Mix Age Senio…
Best Friends Animal Society — Los Angeles • Los Angeles, CA
10+ years
Phillip
Best Friends Animal Society — Sanctuary (Kanab) • Kanab, UT
10+ years
10+ years
Wilbur Jones
Best Friends Animal Society — Sanctuary (Kanab) • Kanab, UT
10+ years
Fitz
Best Friends Animal Society — Sanctuary (Kanab) • Kanab, UT
10+ years
Mary Jane
Best Friends Animal Society — Sanctuary (Kanab) • Kanab, UT
10+ years
Cordelia
Best Friends Animal Society — Sanctuary (Kanab) • Kanab, UT
10+ years
LuLu
Best Friends Animal Society — Sanctuary (Kanab) • Kanab, UT
10+ years
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OBAMA
OBAMA is a small male senior Chihuahua at Riverside County Animal Control - Coachella Shelter in Thousand Palms, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful compan…
Riverside County Animal Control - Coachella Shelter • Thousand Palms, CA
10+ years
Joe
Joe is a senior male Chow Chow mix at Weatherford Wags in Weatherford, TX. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Weatherford Wags • Weatherford, TX
10+ years
10+ years
Shiloh
Meet Shiloh — the tiny Beagle mix with a giant heart. At just 10 lbs, this 13‑year‑old sweetheart is the definition of calm, cozy companionship. She’s…
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
10+ years
PETER
PETER is a small senior male Chihuahua at Miami Dade Animal Services in Miami, FL. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Miami Dade Animal Services • Miami, FL
10+ years
TWISTY
TWISTY is a senior male Chihuahua, medium size, at Stanislaus County Animal Services in Modesto, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Stanislaus County Animal Services • Modesto, CA
10+ years
10+ years
Happy
Happy loves to lay next to his human. Loves rubber squeaky toys, walks on leash, chasing squirrels and chipmunks. At 13 years old, he's still very pla…
HSV Animal Welfare League • Hot Springs Village, AR
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Adopting a dog aged 12+ — 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 12 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 12+ 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.