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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.

white dog with brown spots
Diva
8 YRS
Helping Hands Humane Society
We'd met Diva before she even came to HHHS during her younger rambunctious days - Diva's owner had her most of her life and they were quite a pair! Diva's owner told us she doesn't like cats or fireworks and is typically very…
handsome black dog in tuxedo
Adopted
Otto
10 YRS
Two by Two Rescue
Otto is the perfect gentleman for anyone wanting a sweet, gentle-natured companion. He's a happy, dapper fellow who enjoys chin scratches, people watching on the front porch and playtime with the dog in his foster home. You might…
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…
grey muzzled dog with red toy
Adopted
Lorenzo
10 YRS
SpokAnimal C.A.R.E.
Lorenzo is like a fine wine - aged to perfection with just the right mix of energy and a desire to be a couch companion! It's hard to believe, but he was found at a stray in Utah and was transported to SpokAnimal in Washington…
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…