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.
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Adopted
Rambo
15 YRS
Little Shelter Animal Rescue and Adoption Center
Perhaps in dog years, this fifteen-year-old Chihuahua mix is considered a senior, though Rambo continues to have a young, fresh outlook on life. With plenty of life experience under his collar, he dispenses sage advice,…
Adopted
Prince
9 YRS
Austin Pets Alive!
Prince came to Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) from a rural Central Texas shelter back in June 2021. There he had been found as a stray and was constantly overlooked by adopters because of his age and difficulty getting along…
Adopted
Finn
7 YRS
Norfolk SPCA
Despite a tough life so far, Finn is all tail wags! This 7-year-old male beagle was transferred to the Norfolk SPCA from Northampton County, NC, where he likely lived outside most of his life.Finn is the happiest pup…