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.
Adopted
Juda
8 YRS
Live Love Animal Rescue
Juda is a friendly, gentle, goofy, playful and well mannered senior looking to find her forever home. Not to mention beautiful - just look at that face!Juda's three favorite things are walkies, treats and love! Juda gets excited…
Adopted
Scooby
8 YRS
Live Love Animal Rescue
Friendly, affectionate, gentle, and intelligent, Scooby is looking for an active and loving home. He is a good boy with moderate training in place, but could definitely use a little more guidance and structure to help him become…
Adopted
Veruca
10 YRS
Little Shelter Animal Rescue & Adoption Center
This very special lady is Veruca, a ten-year-old Chihuahua mix. Mourning the sudden loss of her home and family, she has found herself back in the shelter, hoping for a second chance at a happy ending. While it takes time to…
Rex & Renny
9 YRS
Seniors' Pet Assistance Network (SPAN)
We have the most delightful bonded pair of older gentlemen available to brighten up your home and find the LOVE they recently lost. Sadly, Rex and Renny lost the only owner they've ever known this past November due to COVID.…
Adopted
Jem
14 YRS
Little Shelter Animal Rescue and Adoption Center
“Live your life and forget your age.” A fourteen-year-young Chihuahua mix, this sparkly little lady is Jem. Ready to grab life by the tail, she is energetic, outgoing, and knows how to make an entrance! Her curiosity and…
Adopted
Cleo
11 YRS
Charlottesville-Albemarle SPCA
Cleo spent almost a decade as a backyard breeding dog, living on a chain. An animal control officer brought her in after her owner agreed it wasn't the best lifestyle for her.Cleo instantly won our hearts! She LOVES to snuggle…
Adopted
Bernice
12 YRS
Auburn Valley Humane Society
Bernice is a sweet lady with the most sunny disposition! She loves meeting new people and going for slow casual strolls. She is looking for a home that can provide hospice/end of life care.
Rye
8 YRS
Animal Rescue Foundation
Rye’s Dad died in a car accident and his mom took her in, but she also ended up passing away a couple months later. She loves to be petted and loved. She was described as a couch potato and a total love bug! …
Adopted
Murphy
10 YRS
Peace of Mind Dog Rescue
Murphy is one of those dogs who teaches us the meaning of the word "resilience." When he greets you, he will put his paw into the palm of your hand to say hello followed by quick tiny kisses.Murphy can be very enthusiastic in his…