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.

brown and black hound
Adopted
Pasta
12 YRS
PAWS Atlanta, Inc
Pasta is our sassy little sparkplug. He has been holding court in our Cat Cottage, where he recently became the kitchen dog and night manager. Pasta makes friends easily and is extremely playful and energetic for his age, which…
brown and white Jack Russell on leash
Adopted
Suki
8 YRS
Animal Rescue, Inc.
  Looking for an energetic but mature companion?  Then meet Suki!Eight-year-old Suki is an active little girl who loves to walk and play.  Like any Jack Russell, Suki…
brindle pit bull smiling
Adopted
Choco
9 YRS
Sacramento SPCA
Choco is a 9 year old and 87 pound dog who is looking for her forever home. She could use some confidence building as she is a shy gal, once she warms up to you she is super affectionate and will use you as a head rest. She…
spotted dog sitting outside
Adopted
Nina
9 YRS
Two by Two Animal Rescue
The number 1 reason to adopt a senior... Nina!  She is a sweetheart of a love shadow, so kind and calm. Nina let's children love on her, is friendly with dogs, and doesn't care one bit about the cat in her foster home.…
grey and white shih tzu in dog bed
Adopted
Lovely
10 YRS
Live Love Animal Rescue
Lovely is cute as a button and easy to love! She is a happy, sweet, friendly girl looking for a loving home to call her own.Lovely is the perfect balance between sassy and sweet. She is a playful, low-key companion who will make…
little white chihuahua in front of the camera
Adopted
Steve
10 YRS
IndyHumane
Steve is a sweet senior boy looking for a quieter home where he will get lots of love. He is a bit older but would benefit from daily walks to keep him happy and healthy. He going to be best placed in a more easy going home…
Bongo
Adopted
Bongo
8 YRS
Prairie Paws Animal Shelter
Bongo is an extraordinary male Hound/Rottweiler mix. His estimated DOB is 5/31/2011. He came to the shelter as a public stray and his weight at intake was 41.6 lbs. Bongo is an amazing guy who has a heart of gold. He is waiting…
Brown Chihuahua in a blue winter coat
Adopted
Pixie
8 YRS
Austin Pets Alive!
Pixie is available with Austin Pets Alive! in Texas and is a loving senior pooch with the most adorable, expressive ears! This happy go lucky girl really proves that age is just a number, and she can't wait to meet her forever…
Close up of black and white terrier Elias
Adopted
Elias
8 YRS
Vanderburgh Humane Society
Elias came to Vanderburgh Humane Society (VHS) in Indiana from Evansville Animal Care & Control when they were out of kennel space. Not much was known about him at the time, but since being at VHS he has done very well! He…