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.

Tan boxer mix Kara
Adopted
Kara
7 YRS
Pets Alive
Don’t let those gray hairs fool you! Kara is just 7 years young and can keep up with the youngsters. This lady is available for adoption with Pets Alive in NY and loves everyone she meets. Kara is that girl who wants nothing more…
Close up of tan shepherd mix Mercedes
Adopted
Mercedes
10 YRS
Animal Rescue League of Iowa
Meet Mercedes! She's available for adoption at the Animal Rescue League of Iowa.BIG FAN OF: Companionship. She loves people.NOT A FAN OF: Cats. She needs a home without them.SPECIAL FEATURES: Mercedes is a polite house dog who…
Close up of black pit bull mix
Adopted
Gramma Tala
9 YRS
Frederick Friends of Our County Animal Shelter
Tala is available at Frederick Friends of Our County Animal Shelter in Maryland and is a staff and volunteer favorite. She has been called the perfect dog! She came in as a stray and has been at the shelter for almost an entire…
Black pit bull type dog wearing shamrock headband
Adopted
Pepper
8 YRS
Live Love Animal Rescue
My name is Pepper and, despite how my name sounds, I'm sweet not spicy! I looove meeting new people and getting belly rubs! If you're not available, I also like to rub my own belly on the grass. Yep, I'm pretty adorable like that…
Close up of white boxer Ella
Adopted
Ella
n/a YRS
NorCal Boxer Rescue
Ella is such a good-natured and happy companion!  Things Ella enjoys include: any toy that squeaks, catching treat tossed to her, lounging on the couch, and telling her foster dad when it's dinner time. She delights everyone…
Close up of fox red Labrador Retriever Gabe
Adopted
Gabe
7 YRS
Safe Harbor Lab Rescue
Gabe is a super-friendly fox red Lab who’s a whiz at food puzzles! He’s an energetic and playful seven-ish years old who weighs about 60 pounds. Gabe came to us as a neglected stray who is quite the happy, handsome character now!…
Pit bull terrier mix Queen
Adopted
Queen
10 YRS
The Humane Society for Tacoma and Pierce County
Well hello there! I am the lovely Queen. I am loving and affectionate and love to go for walks. I was brought to the shelter because I did not get along with the other dog on the property. According to my previous owner I know…
Catahoula Leopard mix Carmelo
Carmelo
8 YRS
PAWS Atlanta
Carmelo is so ridiculously hunky and cute. He is eight, so this lug nut is a little more mellow than most, but can still kick himself into "play" gear pretty quickly. Carmelo LOVES being outside on walks and getting a break from…
Gibson in Santa hat
Adopted
Gibson
10 YRS
Two by Two Rescue
Gibson is looking to retire but needs a plan. No, not a Medicare plan, a family plan! He's an oldie but a goodie. A rock star! Haven't you heard...Senior Dogs Rock? This delightful, mellow gentleman enjoys cuddle time, going for…