We envision a world where every senior dog thrives, and no old dog dies alone and afraid. Ensuring senior dogs find loving, forever homes is central to that vision. There are many benefits and reasons to adopt a senior dog, and we hope to show the world what incredible companions they are.

Here are some adoptable senior dogs located across the country. Please check in with each organization to learn more about how to adopt a shelter or rescue dog.

white terrier
Caroline
7 YRS
Little Shelter Animal Rescue and Adoption Center
Caroline, a seven-year-old Terrier mix, is a good-natured, affectionate girl looking for a forever home in which she can be the only four-legged member, preferring the company of people. Initially shy, she warms…
small yorkie terrier
Adopted
Roxie
9 YRS
Little Shelter Animal Rescue and Adoption Center
This little darling is Roxie, a nine-year-old Yorkie mix. Spirited and energetic, she’s eager to be in on all the action, showing the youngsters how it’s done! Convinced she’s in the prime of her life, she’s not letting a silly…
yorkie
Diamond
14 YRS
Little Shelter Animal Rescue and Adoption Center
   A Diamond is associated with strength, love, and invincibility, a befitting description for this fourteen-year-old Terrier mix. Though blind due to mature cataracts, he sees the world with flawless clarity,…
brown smiling dog
Penny
11 YRS
The Animal Rescue Mission
11 year old Penny is so sweet and mellow and loves everyone and all dogs. She's with a foster now in Los Angeles, California and is just a complete love bug who wants to nap and chill.Before we rescued her, Penny had a rough life…
mixed breed brown dog
Adopted
Bridget
10 YRS
Jacksonville Humane Society
Bridget is a sweet, lady currently calling the Jacksonville Humane Society a home-between-homes. She loves everyone that she meets! Bridget has been a star on local news stations and has met an entire troop of girl…
pit bull dog
Sweet Potato
7 YRS
SICSA Pet Adoption Center
Sweet Potato is true to both parts of his name - extra sweet, cuddly, gentle, and a mild-mannered couch potato. If you're looking for a mellow friend to snuggle up as the weather turns cold, he's your guy! Sweet…
brown and white dog looking to the side
Adopted
Duke
7.5 YRS
Humane Society of Southern Wisconsin
Meet Duke! He's a handsome boy searching for a new home! A sniffari is his idea of a wonderful outing. He loves to romp around outside and smell everything! He will leave no smell unturned. He enjoys exploring the great outdoors…
brown dog smiling
Adopted
Lara
7.5 YRS
Humane Society of Southern Wisconsin
Lara is ready and patiently waiting for that special family to come along and take her home! Lara is an absolute sweetheart and adores affection of all kinds. Although she is not able to tell us about herself, she is giving us…
grey and white hound dog
Kenneth
7.5 YRS
Humane Society of Southern Wisconsin
Meet Kenneth! This handsome old man is a big sweetheart! He is looking for a home where he can shine as the only pet, and really let his personality blossom. He likes to spend his time taking some nice long naps, but can pull out…