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Older rescue dogs for adoption and rehoming in Scotland

There are 8 older dogs looking for a new home in Scotland right now, listed by Dogs Trust. Older dogs here are dogs whose listed age is 7 years or more.

By size, as the rescues list them: 4 medium and 4 large.

Each profile links to the rescue, who will talk you through their adoption process and fee.

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8 dogs looking for a home

Yogi, staffordshire bull terrier cross for adoption in West CalderNEW

Yogi

12 years · Male · Staffordshire Bull Terrier Cross

Mediumlow energy

Can live with: Children

Dogs Trust · West Calder

Meet Yogi →
Cedar, greyhound for adoption in GlasgowNEW

Cedar

7 years · Male · Greyhound

Large

Can live with: Children, Other dogs

Dogs Trust · Glasgow

Meet Cedar →

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Email alerts are coming soon. Until then, new animals appear on this page as soon as rescues list them, so please check back.

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Older dogs in Scotland: your questions

How many older dogs are available for adoption in Scotland?

As of 30 September 2026, 8 older dogs are listed for adoption in Scotland on LocalPetFinder, from Dogs Trust. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.

What age counts as an older dog?

On LocalPetFinder, an older dog is one whose listed age is 7 years or more. Rescues use their own cut-offs: Blue Cross, for example, has a lower fee band for dogs aged 8 or over.

Are there small older dogs for adoption in Scotland?

Not right now: none of the 8 older dogs listed in Scotland is listed as small by the rescue.

How much does it cost to adopt an older dog in Scotland?

Each rescue sets its own fee, and some charge less for older dogs. Blue Cross fees start from £235 for dogs aged 8 or over, against £335 for dogs aged 1 to 7. Battersea charges £230 for any dog over six months, and Dogs Trust charges £300 for a puppy or adult dog in England, Wales and Scotland. The fee usually covers neutering, microchipping and first vaccinations, and each rescue confirms its own fee.

Is there a older dog rescue near me in Scotland?

This page lists every older dog with the rescues we list in Scotland and the places within it. Email alerts for new listings are coming soon.

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