We provide grant funding to save and improve the lives of at-risk senior dogs across the country. These are just a few of the thousands of senior dogs who got their second chance thanks to the dedication of our grantees and the generosity of supporters like you!

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Mingo
At 12 years old, Mingo came to One Tail at a Time (OTAT) when he was in need of a new home. The vet team worked diligently to heal Mingo, but after a series of strokes and a consistent heart problem, the team decided that hospice…
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Bentley and Tyson
Even a hurricane couldn't break Bentley and Tyson's bond! At ten years old, Bentley and Tyson found themselves alone after their special person passed away. Thankfully, a kindhearted neighbor temporarily took these two best…
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Hoss
At 13 years old, Hoss was surrendered when his family had a new baby. He was heartbroken emotionally and suffering physically from neglect. Covered in fleas, he had a painful, fractured tooth and tested positive for heartworm…
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Chuck
Live Love Animal Rescue
As a stray suffering from infected skin, 10-year-old Chuck became even more ill after arriving at an overcrowded shelter. He was having difficulty recovering and needed a quiet foster home where he could receive care. Thanks to…
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Dudley
C.A.R.E.4Paws
Dudley, a handsome, lovable 12-year-old Lab, received the care he needed and stayed by his mom's side thanks to help from a Grey Muzzle medical grant. In addition to supporting the adoption of senior dogs in their golden years,…
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Wyatt
NorCal Boxer Rescue
 Through no fault of his own, Wyatt was returned to NorCal Boxer Rescue (NCBR) eight years after adoption. Thanks to help from a Grey Muzzle grant (and his natural charisma!), Wyatt quickly found his new—and truly forever—home.…
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Sophie
Poodle and Pooch Rescue of Florida
Can you believe the transformation in Sophie's expression from her day of intake to that joyful "going home" smile? One of our favorite parts of helping senior dogs is seeing youthful happiness return to their faces once they…
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Maddie
Almost Home Dog Rescue of Ohio
When you're smiling, the whole world smiles with you. Gorgeous 10-year-old gal, Maddie, has something to smile about after receiving the dental surgery she needed and getting adopted!From grantee Almost Home Dog Rescue of Ohio:"…
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Tucker
Safe Harbor Lab Rescue
After a cross-country rescue effort by his personal heroes, 13-year-old Tucker, a blind stray, finally knows peace and the safety of home! If you’ve ever known a Lab, you know their mission in life is to make you happy. With that…