10+ years
Reba
Reba was born March 2014 and is a sweet & friendly Staffy/Hound mix. She is a playful, energetic, social butterfly who LOVES people, is good with kids…
Barkville Dog Rescue • Roswell, GA
Senior dogs in Georgia
Senior dogs for adoption in Georgia
Meet 162 adoptable senior dogs (age 7+) in Georgia. Each one is from a shelter or rescue and ready to give an older dog's quiet, grateful love. Showing 121–150 of 162 below.
Last updated July 12, 2026 at 9:30 AM EDT. Listings refresh automatically, usually every 12 hours.
Senior dogs — age 7 and up — wait far longer for homes than puppies, even though they're usually already house-trained, past the chewing stage, and happy to nap at your feet. Adopting an older dog in Georgia means you typically know their size, temperament, and energy level from day one: fewer surprises, and a grateful companion who settles in fast. Always confirm availability and adoption requirements directly with the shelter or rescue.
Available senior dogs in Georgia
Senior confirmed
JOHNSTON
Meet Johnston! He is a 9-year-old dog who is an incredibly chill companion. He loves going out for a stroll and sniffing his way around. Johnston is v…
Fulton County Animal Services • Atlanta, GA
Senior confirmed
Blayne Georgie
Georgie is the cutest 'pocket pittie' ... she was born Jan 2018. She is small for her breed and has shorter legs. Georgie can get along with low key d…
Barkville Dog Rescue • Roswell, GA
Senior confirmed
OMAR
`Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all.` ~ Helen KellerOmar is always ready for an adventure! He LOVES car rides and even got to go on a…
Fulton County Animal Services • Atlanta, GA
Senior confirmed
CUBA
Cuba spent some time in a foster home and here is what they had to say about her: Cuba has been described as an 'Adventurous Spirit' - she's always ex…
Fulton County Animal Services • Atlanta, GA
Senior confirmed
SAMI
Mr. Sami is a sweet hunk of salami looking for a place to call home! Could you be just the home he's looking for? This Senior pup is a loyal and lovin…
Fulton County Animal Services • Atlanta, GA
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
Jackson Bones
Meet Jackson Bones This tiny, 5–6 pound, 12–13-year-old, Chihuahua mix is a perfect little senior boy! Jackson Bones is the definition of sweet, calm,…
Angels Among Us Pet Rescue • Alpharetta, GA
10+ years
VALENCIO
VALENCIO is a senior male Bullmastiff, a large dog at Fulton County Animal Services in Atlanta, GA. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Fulton County Animal Services • Atlanta, GA
Senior confirmed
Zuri BP
Zuri is a loving, adorable, easy-going girl! She is estimated to be 8 years old, is a Pitbull/Mix, and weighs 63lbs. Her favorite pastimes include snu…
Barkville Dog Rescue • Roswell, GA
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
Maggie Jane
Maggie Jane (goes by Meggie) is a playful and happy american bulldog mix, born on 4-26-14 weighing 69lbs. She is full of personality and loves everyon…
Barkville Dog Rescue • Roswell, GA
Senior confirmed
MICHAEL
All you gotta do is chill out. Let go of control and chill out. Let it be, Trust.` -Esther HicksHey there, folks! I'm Michael, your very own Zen maste…
Fulton County Animal Services • Atlanta, GA
Senior confirmed
ARTHUR
“The very things that hold you down are going to lift you up.” - Timothy Mouse in DumboWoof, woof! Meet Arthur, the three-legged wonder dog in search …
Fulton County Animal Services • Atlanta, GA
Senior confirmed
JUDY
This sweet big-grinned gal is seven years YOUNG and has been in foster while receiving heartworm treatment. She has completely blossomed, and is fully…
Fulton County Animal Services • Atlanta, GA
10+ years
Jax (WA)
Dapper 12-year-old Jax is an active and smart boy who will be a wonderful companion for the right person! Jax is a 25 lb. rat terrier. He is in excell…
New Rattitude, Inc. • Atlanta, GA
10+ years
BLOO
BLOO is a small female Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler senior at Fulton County Animal Services in Atlanta, GA. Senior dogs make wonderful companions…
Fulton County Animal Services • Atlanta, GA
Senior confirmed
Wonder Girl
Wonder Girl is the perfect example of a resilient spirit! Once timid, she has blossomed into a bubbly, outgoing girl who now welcomes pets from strang…
Angels Among Us Pet Rescue • Alpharetta, GA
Senior confirmed
ASHER
ASHER is a senior male German Shepherd Dog (large) at Fulton County Animal Services in Atlanta, GA. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Fulton County Animal Services • Atlanta, GA
Senior confirmed
Mila Luna
HI, I'M MILA! I'M KID AND DOG FRIENDLY. I AM HIGHLY TRAINED AND KNOW MANY COMMANDS. TO MEET ME,PLEASE APPLY AT WWW.BARKVILLEDOGRESCUE.ORG/APPLICATIONS…
Barkville Dog Rescue • Roswell, GA
10+ years
Willamena
Meet Willamena! Willamena is an 11-year-old, American Bulldog mix who is a big, ole goofball. Her smile can light up a room and her eyes let you know …
Angels Among Us Pet Rescue • Alpharetta, GA
Senior confirmed
Suncrest
Meet Suncrest – Sweet, Smart, and Ready for a Fresh Start! Suncrest is a lifelong Angel who entered foster care as a puppy in 2018 and was adopted int…
Angels Among Us Pet Rescue • Alpharetta, GA
Senior confirmed
Bearon
Meet Bearon! This handsome hunk with beautiful eyes is a 7 -year-old, 65-pound Great Dane and Catahoula mix (we think). He's house- and crate-trained …
Angels Among Us Pet Rescue • Alpharetta, GA
Senior confirmed
Crane
Crane is the kind of dog that makes rescue complicated—not because he isn’t worthy, but because being honest about who he is and what he needs matters…
Angels Among Us Pet Rescue • Alpharetta, GA
10+ years
Senior confirmed
Fedele
Fedele is a sweet 9-year-old mixed-breed dog with a big heart and an even bigger love for his people. His favorite place to be is right by your side—w…
Angels Among Us Pet Rescue • Alpharetta, GA
Senior confirmed
JACK FROST
I promise this Jack Frost won’t be nipping at your toes — he’s far too well behaved! Mr. Jack is an established gentlemen of seven years old who would…
Fulton County Animal Services • Atlanta, GA
10+ years
Root Beer
Root Beer is a 13-year-old male Lab/Weimaraner, 85 lbs, mix who has a serious zest for life. Don't let his age fool you — this distinguished gentleman…
Angels Among Us Pet Rescue • Alpharetta, GA
10+ years
Gunnie
Gunnie is a 13-year-old female Lab-Weimaraner mix with a heart as big as her soulful eyes. This sweet, silver-coated lady is in her golden years, but …
Angels Among Us Pet Rescue • Alpharetta, GA
10+ years
Cylana
Hi there, let me tell you a little about myself. I like nothing better than hanging with my people at home or going on walks. I walk nicely on a leash…
Angels Among Us Pet Rescue • Alpharetta, GA
Senior dogs in Georgia by breed
Senior dogs in Georgia by city
Shelters & rescues with senior dogs in Georgia
These organizations currently have at least one adoptable senior dog listed on Lily's Second Chance.
- Barkville Dog Rescue — Roswell, Georgia · See Barkville Dog Rescue’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Fulton County Animal Services — Atlanta, Georgia · See Fulton County Animal Services’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Angels Among Us Pet Rescue — Alpharetta, Georgia · See Angels Among Us Pet Rescue’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- PAWS Atlanta — Decatur, Georgia · See PAWS Atlanta’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Doggie Harmony — Atlanta, Georgia · See Doggie Harmony’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- New Rattitude, Inc. — Atlanta, Georgia · See New Rattitude, Inc.’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Homeward Bound Pet Rescue Inc. of Gilmer County — Blue Ridge, Georgia · See Homeward Bound Pet Rescue Inc. of Gilmer County’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Mostly Mutts Animal Rescue & Adoption, Inc. — Kennesaw, Georgia · See Mostly Mutts Animal Rescue & Adoption, Inc.’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Augusta Animal Services — Augusta, Georgia · See Augusta Animal Services’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Street Paws — Locust Grove, Georgia · See Street Paws’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Columbia County Animal Care & Control — Grovetown, Georgia · See Columbia County Animal Care & Control’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Releashed Rescue — Roswell, Georgia · See Releashed Rescue’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- streetpaws.org — Locust Grove, Georgia · See streetpaws.org’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Another Chance Rescue Rehab & Sanctuary — Lakemont, Georgia · See Another Chance Rescue Rehab & Sanctuary’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- English Springer Rescue America — Woodstock, Georgia · See English Springer Rescue America’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Habersham County Animal Care and Control — Clarkesville, Georgia · See Habersham County Animal Care and Control’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- hsnwga.org · See hsnwga.org’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- renegadepawsrescue.org · See renegadepawsrescue.org’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Semper Fi Legacy Rescue, Inc. — Ball Ground, Georgia · See Semper Fi Legacy Rescue, Inc.’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Southern Comfort Animal Rescue — Tarrytown, Georgia · See Southern Comfort Animal Rescue’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Southern Crescent Canine Rescue — Milner, Georgia · See Southern Crescent Canine Rescue’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
Senior dogs in other states
Adopting a senior dog in Georgia — 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 dog in Georgia?
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 senior dogs in one place so they're easier to find — the adoption itself happens through the local group.
How much does it cost to adopt a senior dog in Georgia?
Adoption fees vary by organization, but senior dogs are frequently discounted or sponsored because they wait the longest. Many rescues also begin any needed medical care before adoption. The dog's profile or the shelter can confirm the current fee.
Are senior dogs harder to care for?
Usually not. Older dogs are typically calmer and already trained, which makes the first weeks far easier than with a puppy. Some have age-related needs like a special diet or joint support, and the listing or shelter will tell you what to expect.
Can I adopt a senior dog from another city in Georgia?
Yes. Most shelters and rescues in Georgia welcome adopters from anywhere in the state, and some can arrange transport within Georgia for the right match. Open a dog's profile to see the organization's contact details and ask them directly how their process works.
What should I expect in the first weeks after adopting a senior dog in Georgia?
Senior dogs usually settle in faster than puppies because they're already past the most demanding stage. Expect a brief adjustment period — they may be shy at first, then relax into their personality. A consistent routine, a comfortable spot to rest, and patience are usually all it takes.
Can I foster a senior dog in Georgia instead of adopting?
Many shelters and rescues in Georgia offer foster programs — sometimes with a foster-to-adopt path so you can try the match before committing. Fostering is especially valuable for senior dogs because it gets them out of a kennel and into a calm home while they wait for their forever family. Ask the organization on any dog's profile whether fostering is available.
Are senior dogs good with children or other pets in a Georgia home?
Many senior dogs are calm, gentle, and well-suited to family life — but it depends on the individual dog more than anything else. The shelter or rescue caring for each dog can tell you their specific history with children, cats, and other dogs before you apply. Many organizations offer meet-and-greets to make sure the match is right for everyone.
Know a senior dog in Georgia who needs a home?
Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.