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!

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Hollis
7 YRS
Hollis, a 7-year-old Beagle, was surrendered to Animal Rescue, Inc. when his owner's health began to fail.Hollis had clearly been well cared for in his previous home. But he still needed updated vaccines, neuter surgery, and an…
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Sophie
9 YRS
When Sophie, a 9-year-old lab mix, arrived at Friends of Homeless Animals (FOHA) it was discovered that she had degenerative joint disease in her hips and a benign tumor at her elbow. These types of ailments can negatively impact…
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Summer
8 YRS
Summer, an 8-year old hound mix, was seen wandering in Kaloko on the west side of the Big Island of Hawaii. Worried forher well-being, several neighbors tried to come together and capture her, but she was skittish and wouldn't…
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Chuck
Live Love Animal Rescue
As a stray suffering from infected skin, 10-year-old Chuck became even more ill after arriving at an overcrowded shelter. He was having difficulty recovering and needed a quiet foster home where he could receive care. Thanks to…
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Dudley
C.A.R.E.4Paws
Dudley, a handsome, lovable 12-year-old Lab, received the care he needed and stayed by his mom's side thanks to help from a Grey Muzzle medical grant. In addition to supporting the adoption of senior dogs in their golden years,…
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Wyatt
NorCal Boxer Rescue
 Through no fault of his own, Wyatt was returned to NorCal Boxer Rescue (NCBR) eight years after adoption. Thanks to help from a Grey Muzzle grant (and his natural charisma!), Wyatt quickly found his new—and truly forever—home.…
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Sophie
Poodle and Pooch Rescue of Florida
Can you believe the transformation in Sophie's expression from her day of intake to that joyful "going home" smile? One of our favorite parts of helping senior dogs is seeing youthful happiness return to their faces once they…
collie dog smiling at the camera
Maddie
Almost Home Dog Rescue of Ohio
When you're smiling, the whole world smiles with you. Gorgeous 10-year-old gal, Maddie, has something to smile about after receiving the dental surgery she needed and getting adopted!From grantee Almost Home Dog Rescue of Ohio:"…
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Tucker
Safe Harbor Lab Rescue
After a cross-country rescue effort by his personal heroes, 13-year-old Tucker, a blind stray, finally knows peace and the safety of home! If you’ve ever known a Lab, you know their mission in life is to make you happy. With that…