10+ years
JANGO
JANGO is a senior male Pit Bull Terrier, medium-sized, currently at City of Tulsa Animal Welfare in Tulsa, OK. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
City of Tulsa Animal Welfare • Tulsa, OK
Senior dogs in Oklahoma
Senior dogs for adoption in Oklahoma
Meet 48 adoptable senior dogs (age 7+) in Oklahoma. Each one is from a shelter or rescue and ready to give an older dog's quiet, grateful love. Showing 1–30 of 48 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 Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma
Senior confirmed
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Grandpa Douglas
Grandpa Douglas is an 8 year old hound mix with a gray muzzle and a smile he can't seem to turn off. Don't let the "Grandpa" fool you- he's bright, ha…
Helpless Hounds Rescue • Tulsa, OK
Senior confirmed
BINGO
BINGO is a large male Terrier, listed as a senior, at Oklahoma City Animal Welfare Division in Oklahoma City, OK. Senior dogs make wonderful companion…
Oklahoma City Animal Welfare Division • Oklahoma City, OK
10+ years
LIGAUN
LIGAUN is a large, senior female Pit Bull Terrier located at City of Tulsa Animal Welfare in Tulsa, OK. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
City of Tulsa Animal Welfare • Tulsa, OK
Senior confirmed
Charlie fna Huck
Meet Charlie (formerly Huck)! Eight years ago, Charlie was adopted from Okie Pet Rescue as a puppy and began what we hoped would be a lifetime of love…
Okie Pet Rescue • Claremore, OK
Senior confirmed
MILEY
MILEY is a senior female American Bulldog, medium size, currently at Oklahoma City Animal Welfare Division in Oklahoma City, OK. Senior dogs make wond…
Oklahoma City Animal Welfare Division • Oklahoma City, OK
Senior confirmed
MAXWELL
MAXWELL is a large male Pit Bull Terrier senior at Oklahoma City Animal Welfare Division in Oklahoma City, OK. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Oklahoma City Animal Welfare Division • Oklahoma City, OK
10+ years
FIDO
FIDO is a senior male Boxer / American Pit Bull Terrier, medium size, at the Oklahoma City Animal Welfare Division in Oklahoma City, OK. Senior dogs m…
Oklahoma City Animal Welfare Division • Oklahoma City, OK
10+ years
QUINCY
QUINCY is a male senior Labrador Retriever, large, at City of Tulsa Animal Welfare in Tulsa, OK. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
City of Tulsa Animal Welfare • Tulsa, OK
Senior confirmed
SKIPPER
SKIPPER is a senior male German Shepherd Dog / Labrador Retriever, large, located at City of Tulsa Animal Welfare in Tulsa, OK. Senior dogs make wonde…
City of Tulsa Animal Welfare • Tulsa, OK
Senior confirmed
GARY
GARY is a senior male Labrador Retriever (large) at City of Tulsa Animal Welfare in Tulsa, OK. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
City of Tulsa Animal Welfare • Tulsa, OK
Senior confirmed
PO
PO is a senior male Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler (large) at City of Tulsa Animal Welfare in Tulsa, OK. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
City of Tulsa Animal Welfare • Tulsa, OK
Senior confirmed
SADIE
SADIE is a female American Bulldog, medium and senior, located at Oklahoma City Animal Welfare Division in Oklahoma City, OK. Senior dogs make wonderf…
Oklahoma City Animal Welfare Division • Oklahoma City, OK
Senior confirmed
BROOKSIE
BROOKSIE is a female German Shepherd Dog, listed as a senior at Oklahoma City Animal Welfare Division in Oklahoma City, OK. Senior dogs make wonderful…
Oklahoma City Animal Welfare Division • Oklahoma City, OK
10+ years
VIOLA
VIOLA is a senior female Chihuahua, small, located in Tulsa, OK at City of Tulsa Animal Welfare. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
City of Tulsa Animal Welfare • Tulsa, OK
Senior confirmed
MAX
MAX is a senior male Australian Shepherd, medium in size, located in Oklahoma City, OK at the Oklahoma City Animal Welfare Division. Senior dogs make …
Oklahoma City Animal Welfare Division • Oklahoma City, OK
Senior confirmed
COCONUT
COCONUT is a senior female Pit Bull Terrier / Bulldog, large, at the Oklahoma City Animal Welfare Division in Oklahoma City, OK. Senior dogs make wond…
Oklahoma City Animal Welfare Division • Oklahoma City, OK
Senior confirmed
PEARL
PEARL is a female, medium Pit Bull Terrier senior at City of Tulsa Animal Welfare in Tulsa, OK. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
City of Tulsa Animal Welfare • Tulsa, OK
10+ years
MAX
MAX is a senior male Rat Terrier, small in size, at City of Tulsa Animal Welfare in Tulsa, OK. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
City of Tulsa Animal Welfare • Tulsa, OK
Senior confirmed
DARLA
DARLA is a senior female Pit Bull Terrier, medium in size, at the Oklahoma City Animal Welfare Division in Oklahoma City, OK. Senior dogs make wonderf…
Oklahoma City Animal Welfare Division • Oklahoma City, OK
Senior confirmed
GIBSON
GIBSON is a senior male Pit Bull Terrier, large, located in Oklahoma City, OK at the Oklahoma City Animal Welfare Division. Senior dogs make wonderful…
Oklahoma City Animal Welfare Division • Oklahoma City, OK
10+ years
ROSCOE
ROSCOE is a senior male German Shepherd Dog, large, located in Oklahoma City, OK at the Oklahoma City Animal Welfare Division. Senior dogs make wonder…
Oklahoma City Animal Welfare Division • Oklahoma City, OK
Senior confirmed
STORMY
This beautiful 9-year-old Siberian Husky is the definition of resilience and sweetness. After finding herself lost and abandoned at the shelter, Storm…
Oklahoma City Animal Welfare Division • Oklahoma City, OK
10+ years
Nova - CL
COURTESY LISTING ****** Please contact Sarah at Sarah.escoe@yahoo.com for information on how to meet Nova in person please contact Sarah.escoe@yahoo.c…
Okie Pet Rescue • Claremore, OK
Senior confirmed
Daisy
Daisy is a happy, sweet and loving older girl that needs someone to love. She was adopted as a pup and returned when her owner passed away. She is a b…
Misfits, Mutts and Meows, Inc. • Crescent, OK
10+ years
Bandit
This older girl has been with us a while. Unfortunately, she is not very socialized. She has been around dogs and should do well with proper introduct…
Misfits, Mutts and Meows, Inc. • Crescent, OK
10+ years
Cutie
This older girl has been with us a while. Unfortunately, she is not very socialized. She has been around dogs and should do well with proper introduct…
Misfits, Mutts and Meows, Inc. • Crescent, OK
10+ years
Mya. Now 15, sanctuary dog
Precious never found a reliable home, she is not 14 yrs old and living her best life here as a sanctuary dog.
Ok Save A Dog • Prague, OK
10+ years
Colby
Colby is a typical chi. He can be happy one minute and feisty the next. He is a bit stubborn as we have had problems getting him crate trained and we …
Misfits, Mutts and Meows, Inc. • Crescent, OK
Senior dogs in Oklahoma by breed
Senior dogs in Oklahoma by city
Shelters & rescues with senior dogs in Oklahoma
These organizations currently have at least one adoptable senior dog listed on Lily's Second Chance.
- Oklahoma City Animal Welfare Division — Oklahoma City, Oklahoma · See Oklahoma City Animal Welfare Division’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Norman Animal Welfare — Norman, Oklahoma · See Norman Animal Welfare’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- City of Tulsa Animal Welfare — Tulsa, Oklahoma · See City of Tulsa Animal Welfare’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Misfits, Mutts and Meows, Inc. — Crescent, Oklahoma · See Misfits, Mutts and Meows, Inc.’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Helpless Hounds Rescue — Tulsa, Oklahoma · See Helpless Hounds Rescue’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Okie Pet Rescue — Owasso, Oklahoma · See Okie Pet Rescue’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- City of Edmond Animal Welfare — Edmond, Oklahoma · See City of Edmond Animal Welfare’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Ok Save A Dog — Prague, Oklahoma · See Ok Save A Dog’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Wilber's Rescue Foundation — Colcord, Oklahoma · See Wilber's Rescue Foundation’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
Senior dogs in other states
Adopting a senior dog in Oklahoma — 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 Oklahoma?
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 Oklahoma?
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 Oklahoma?
Yes. Most shelters and rescues in Oklahoma welcome adopters from anywhere in the state, and some can arrange transport within Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma?
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 Oklahoma instead of adopting?
Many shelters and rescues in Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma who needs a home?
Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.