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.
Tommy Paul
9 YRS
Hearts and Bones Rescue
It's game, set, match when you meet our champ Tommy Paul! Adopted as a puppy, Tommy was returned to the shelter by his owner through no fault of his own at 9 years old. Now, this sweet lovebug is looking for a second chance at a…
Darcy & Molly
10 YRS
Tyson's Place Animal Rescue
Meet Darcy and Molly: A Pair of Lifelong Friends in Need of a Loving HomeDarcy, a stunning 10-year-old Great Pyrenees, and her sister Molly, a sweet Border Collie mix, have spent their entire lives together. Their world changed…
Sherman
7 YRS
A Doggie 4 You
Do you want a hunk, a hunk of burning love in your life? Sweet Sherman, at 7 years young is your hunk of a loving dog! He was rescued from a field by one of our former adopters when a rancher was ready to shoot him for being on…
Old Man Jankins
9 YRS
Dorchester Paws
Meet Old Man Jankins, the goofiest senior dog you'll ever encounter. He's sweet, friendly, and loyal, with a mellow personality that's hard to resist. His comedic journey to the shelter began when he mistook a mail truck for his…
Ms. Dottie
11.5 YRS
PAWS Atlanta
Sweet Ms. Dottie lived on a chain until she was rescued by another group. When they got her, they said she had a spinal infection and was heartworm positive. They treated the infection but could not treat the heartworms. After a…
Adopted
Princess
9 YRS
Humane Society of Southern Wisconsin
Meet Princess, a senior gal looking to live out the rest of her golden years in her forever home. She's a very laid-back and chill dog who would love to snuggle up on the couch with you and catch up on all your TV shows. Princess…
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…
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…
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…