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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.

pit bull mix making eye contact
Acorn
7 YRS
High Country Humane
Hi, I'm Acorn! I'm a sweet senior lady who's looking for my retirement home. However I still have lots of energy! I am really smart, I know fetch really well, like, I actually drop the ball not like those other dogs who never…
light brown dog with golden eyes
Dexter
8 YRS
PAWS Atlanta
Dexter is a smooth, steady, rock-solid adorable guy. He's all about meandering walks with plenty of stops to smell and investigate. His pace is pretty glacial, and this is a guy who does not sweat the small stuff and prefers not…
Valentines white dog
Adopted
Hermes
9.5 YRS
McKamey Animal Center
Meet Hermes! This sweet girl arrived at MAC severely emaciated, and it was clear she had been through it. Our wonderful Clinic staff immediately started her on a special diet to help her safely gain weight and Hermes slowly but…
dog in pajamas
Adopted
Kristy
12 YRS
Little Shelter Animal Rescue and Adoption Center
Described as an angel by the Little Shelter staffers, this radiant twelve year old Yorkie mix is Kristy. A self-proclaimed snuggle bug, she enjoys nothing more than being in your arms or curled up next to your side, wearing one…
brown dog
Adopted
Layla
8 YRS
Little Shelter Animal Rescue and Adoption Center
Similar to a Sour Patch Kid, this eight-year-old Dachshund is a bit tart and “judgmental” at first meeting, though once you’ve have passed inspection, she’ll become your sweet, loving, and loyal friend. A treat connoisseur, the…
dog with Valentine's props
Adopted
Trina
8 YRS
Little Shelter Animal Rescue and Adoption Center
Looking for a tried and true friend? Meet Trina, an eight-year-old Pit mix and highly qualified candidate. This well-mannered girl is perfectly poised to become your canine companion and four-legged Valentine. Beautiful inside…
grey and black chihuahua
Midnight
10 YRS
Tennessee Dachshund Rescue
Midnight is the sweetest little lady you ever could meet. She loves to play tug of war, play tag with her dog friends, and just be in good company. She likes to snuggle up on a lap at the end of the day for some good snuggles and…
smiling pit bull terrier
Adopted
Yolanda
9 YRS
Pasadena Humane
Lovely Miss Yolanda ("Yo" for short) has been waiting patiently for her forever home for quite some time! We really don't know why, as she is such an amazing girl!Yolanda has been in a foster home and gotten stellar reviews. Her…
white dog with underbite and sombrero
Adopted
Mr. Big
15 YRS
Little Shelter Animal Rescue and Adoption Center
This very important, influential gentleman is Mr. Big,  a fifteen-year-old Poodle mix. Ready for his Zoom meeting (now that he’s remembered his password!), he’s been busy preparing his adoption proposal to submit to…