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.

black small dog
Adopted
Peppercorn
12 YRS
Little Shelter Animal Rescue and Adoption Center
   Recently named “Employee of the Month” for representing Little Shelter’s Silver Paw Connection, meet Peppercorn, a twelve- year-old Terrier mix. Adding a dash of flavor to everything he does, this active senior…
pit bull mix
Bettsy
12 YRS
High Country Humane
    Hi, I'm Bettsy! I'm a very friendly girl who can't wait to find my furever home! I am came in with my younger brother Max, but honestly he's not a spring chicken either. We have lived our entire lives…
shepherd mix
Max
9 YRS
High Country Humane
  Hi, I'm Max! I'm a very friendly guy who can't wait to find my furever home! I am came in with my older sister Bettsy, who has been with me our entire lives. Although we would do fine in homes separately, I would LOVE IT…
blind terrier dog
Adopted
Willow
10 YRS
Two by Two Rescue
Willow would love to be pampered and wouldn't mind one bit if you brag about how adorable she is. Not one to work the camera, but does like looking pretty in her sweater collection. This dainty gal enjoys lap snuggles, but happy…
rottweiler
Reesie
9 YRS
PAWS Atlanta
Reesie is an observer and a dreamer. You will often find her mentally recording all the comings and goings of our shelter. She is a very good girl. And we're not just typing that because she is looking over our shoulder and…
black shepherd dog
Adopted
Sweetie
12 YRS
Humane Society of Sonoma County
We think Sweetie is aptly named because she’s truly one of the sweetest dogs we’ve ever met! A fan favorite here at the shelter, she enjoys hanging out with our staff and volunteers. Sweetie would love a family who is…
happy white dog laying in the grass
Milo
11 YRS
High Country Humane
Sometimes a dog comes in that we just KNOW has a family. We cross all our fingers (and toes) that someone will come in to redeem them, and that we will happily get to reunite a pet and their owner. Of course, we wish that for ALL…
small black dog with grey face
Adopted
Papa (bonded to Nana)
13 YRS
Two by Two Rescue
Papa and Nana met in high school and have been sweethearts ever since. Papa remembers asking Nana to be his companion at the prom, but she remembers it was homecoming. These little muffins attribute their continued happiness to…
brown and black dog
Cudi
7 YRS
High Country Humane
Meet Cudi the sweetest senior boy ever! he just wants a forever home with someone who will be home all the time. He very much loves his people and has some anxiety when he is left.  He loves to ride in the car and hang his…