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.

fluffy brown pomeranian in grass
Adopted
Spike
13 YRS
Little Shelter Animal Rescue and Adoption Center
 Part of the Silver Paw Connection, meet Spike, a thirteen-year-old Pomeranian.  Known for being smart, curious, and bold, this breed typically loves to be the center of attention. Also inspirational, Mozart dedicated…
scruffy brown dog
Jazz
12 YRS
Little Shelter Animal Rescue and Adoption Center
This smooth operator is Jazz, a twelve-year-old Terrier mix. Easy going and willing to let his hair down, he is friendly, social, and in tune with his surroundings. Enjoying the tempo of a slow walk, he’ll keep step in…
white poodle outside
Adopted
Margarita
10 YRS
Little Shelter Animal Rescue and Adoption Center
This refreshing little lady is Margarita, a ten-year-old Poodle mix. The perfect accompaniment for a short walk or lounging by the pool, she is brimming with interesting tales, always keeping up her end of the conversation.…
black shepherd dog
Adopted
Sumo
12 YRS
The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County
 Meet Sumo (A563304)! This guy has been aged to perfection! Sumo is a gentle soul who is just looking to spend his golden years with his people. His perfect day would involve a relaxed morning cuddling on the couch…
beagle mix smiling at the camera
Adopted
Lil Pup
10 YRS
Little Shelter Animal Rescue and Adoption Center
  With a cool rapper name and a big personality, this ten- year-old Bulldog/Beagle mix is Lil Pup. After only being at the shelter for a short time, he already has a huge fan base and several groupies amongst the staff…
pit bull wearing flower crown
Kula
10 YRS
Maui Humane Society
Aloha I’m Kula from Maui, Hawaii! I’ve been around awhile getting all fixed up by the vet staff and enjoying my time in a foster home but the time has come for me to find my forever family.  I’m 10 years old and like to…
Sherman
7 YRS
A Doggie 4 You
Do you want a hunk, a hunk of burning love in your life? Sweet Sherman, at 7 years young is your hunk of a loving dog! He was rescued from a field by one of our former adopters when a rancher was ready to shoot him for being on…
Old Man Jankins
9 YRS
Dorchester Paws
Meet Old Man Jankins, the goofiest senior dog you'll ever encounter. He's sweet, friendly, and loyal, with a mellow personality that's hard to resist. His comedic journey to the shelter began when he mistook a mail truck for his…
Ms. Dottie
11.5 YRS
PAWS Atlanta
Sweet Ms. Dottie lived on a chain until she was rescued by another group. When they got her, they said she had a spinal infection and was heartworm positive. They treated the infection but could not treat the heartworms. After a…