We provide grant funding to save and improve the lives of at-risk senior dogs across the country. These are just a few of the thousands of senior dogs who got their second chance thanks to the dedication of our grantees and the generosity of supporters like you!
In Memory
Muffin
Muffin had lived with her family since puppyhood. About the time she turned 14, Muffin was diagnosed with possible leukemia. Apparently unable to help Muffin, her family turned her over to the local Humane Society. Muffin was ill…
Cinder
Cinder is a slim little dog, about 8-10 years old, who might be a miniature pinscher/chihuahua/you-name-it mix. She was picked up as a stray in St. Louis County. After no one came to claim her, the shelter vet called to see…
Leo
Leo was found wandering the streets crying and whimpering. He was taken to the local Humane Society where a massive, painful skin infection over most of his body was discovered. Workers were distraught to find lesions on his back…
Colt
National Mill Dog Rescue
A message from National Mill Dog Rescue founder, Theresa StraderAs I reflect back on 2016, there are certain dogs that stand out for one reason or another-- seniors whose bodies are ravaged from years of overproduction and…
Faith
SPOT
Nine-year-old Faith came to Saving Pets One at a Time (SPOT) at the request of a local humane society. She had been there for three weeks and was experiencing a lot of stress. Faith and two other female "breeders" were released…
Howard
Muttville
Meet Howard from San Francisco’s Muttville Senior Dog Rescue. At 11 years old, Howard found himself abandoned by his family with only one reason given to the shelter, “too old.” Instead of a name, he was now a number - #654156.…
Crosby
Senior Dog Haven & Hospice, Inc.
Ten-year-old Crosby was surrendered to a shelter and facing euthanasia because his eye was bulging and required immediate removal.Thanks to a grant from The Grey Muzzle Organization, Senior Dog Haven was able to rescue…
Merlin
Pug Rescue of Austin
Merlin’s is the kind of story that your generous donations to the Summer Smile campaign make possible! Ten-year-old Merlin was a stray who was found this summer in Round Rock, Texas.He had advanced periodontal disease and several…
Claire
Senior Dog Haven & Hospice, Inc.
Matted, scared and alone, this 20-year-old poodle mix found herself being surrendered to the shelter by the only family she had ever known. Her age, irregular heartbeat, eye issues, and poor physical condition put her at imminent…