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!

Chihuahua mix Daisy
Daisy
Those of us who have lost a pet know the heartache that comes with it. This past year, the pandemic has exacerbated that pain.Daisy, an eight-year-old Chihuahua mix, arrived at PAWS Atlanta just before Christmas. And while most…
Pomeranian Foxy
Foxy
Fourteen-year-old Foxy was picked up as a stray in Virginia. She arrived at Richmond Animal League (RAL) with severely matted fur, cloudy eyes and a tongue that stuck out the side of her mouth.Thanks to The Grey Muzzle…
Husky Gecko
Gecko
Gecko had never been touched by a human his entire life. Rescued by NMDOG from a hoarding and neglect situation, they found him living in a hole he had dug with minimal provisions. He had never been groomed, never been to a vet…
Astro
Austin Pets Alive
In August, Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) rescued 12-year-old Maltese mix Astro from the city’s public shelter, where in years past, his age and medical issues would have led to likely euthanasia. Fortunately, APA! now provides a…
Teddy
Fort Valley State University
Teddy, an adorable 11-year-old Corgi, spent a great deal of his life in a puppy mill. He was rescued as a young adult and found a wonderful forever home.As he grew old with his family, he developed several routine, age-related…
Bruce
Elder Paws Senior Dog Foundation
Bruce, a lovable nine-year-old pit bull, was experiencing some eye bulging, redness and pain. His owner is an American veteran who is disabled and whose income could not support a vet bill for an eye specialist. Bruce's dad said…
Gigi Boy
Cumberland County SPCA
This is Gigi Boy! Gigi Boy is a senior Chihuahua whose owner Mark fell on tough times. Cumberland County SPCA (CCSPCA) was first made aware of Gigi Boy’s situation when Mark personally delivered a hand-written note to…
Rogue
Humane Society of Indianapolis
Sweet, eight-year-old Rogue came into the Humane Society of Indianapolis with a broken upper canine tooth and some additional medical needs that were addressed before she was available for adoption. Rogue was a little particular…
Harmony
National Mill Dog Rescue
“This is criminal,” Theresa Strader, founder and executive director of National Mill Dog Rescue said, as she lifted Harmony’s lip to show a mouth with protruding teeth and infected gums. “She’s never known a stitch of kindness or…