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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.

shepherd dog
Adopted
Jager
7 years old YRS
Asheville Humane Society
Jager is seven-year-old mixed breed dog who weighs a little over 70lbs. Jager has been at Asheville Humane Society since January 2022, and no one can really understand why. He's a calm, easy-going dog with an adorable face.…
pit bull with green bandana
Jake
7 years old YRS
The Animal Rescue Mission
Handsome Jake is just an amazing dog!  He listens well and will make someone a GREAT companion.  He has good energy and a positive outlook on life despite spending over three months in the shelter.  He's very food…
pit bull with feather boa
Adopted
Dixie
11 YRS
Two by Two Rescue
Maybe in dog years eleven years old is considered a senior, but this gracious Southern Belle keeps a youthful outlook on life. She flashes a Miss America smile all day, everyday, wherever shegoes as if to say "live the life…
grey snooted brown dog
Coco
12.5 YRS
High Country Humane
Hi, I'm CoCo! I'm a very friendly guy who can't wait to find my furever home! I came to HCH when my original family was moving and couldn't take me with them. I was adopted in November but brought back in May when my new…
black lab and yellow lab
Adopted
Carlos
7 years old YRS
Vieques Humane Society and Animal Rescue
Carlos has been in the shelter for almost a year and we just can't figure out why! He is a super sweet cuddle bug! Carlos has a lot of energy and likes to play, but he can also relax and enjoy a good movie night. He is…
light brown long-haired dog
Adopted
Buddy
10 YRS
Little Shelter Animal Rescue and Adoption Center
Mark Twain once said, "To get the full value of joy, you must have someone to divide it with."  Who better than your best Buddy? This affectionate, agreeable ten-year-old Terrier mix is the ideal one to share the…
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…