We envision a time when every senior dog finds safety, love, and a soft landing. 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.

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…

Adopted
Ella
n/a YRS
NorCal Boxer Rescue
Ella is such a good-natured and happy companion! Things Ella enjoys include: any toy that squeaks, catching treat tossed to her, lounging on the couch, and telling her foster dad when it's dinner time. She delights everyone…

Adopted
Gabe
7 YRS
Safe Harbor Lab Rescue
Gabe is a super-friendly fox red Lab who’s a whiz at food puzzles! He’s an energetic and playful seven-ish years old who weighs about 60 pounds. Gabe came to us as a neglected stray who is quite the happy, handsome character now!…

Adopted
Miss Cleo
15 YRS
Little Shelter Animal Rescue and Adoption Center
Here's pretty Miss Cleo! A 15-year-old Pit Bull Terrier, Miss Cleo is the Betty White of the dog world...she is smart, vivacious, level-headed and full of life. She is very social, loves the limelight and will always bring a…

Adopted
Jett
12 YRS
Highland County Humane Society
Meet handsome hound, Jett! Jett worked his entire life as a bear hunter and is ready to retire on your couch. Jett is fostered with other dogs and is learning all about indoor life! Jett is a velcro dog. After spending a lifetime…

Adopted
Roscoe
8 YRS
Connecticut Humane Society
Meet Roscoe! This senior pointer is sweet as can be, and is taking visitors and stealing hearts at the Connecticut Humane Society’s Newington Pet Wellness and Adoption Center. Here’s some of what Roscoe has shared with CHS during…

Gracie
15 YRS
Full Circle Rescue and Sanctuary
At 15 years old, Gracie is the definition of a quiet, gentle soul. This petite sweetheart spends most of her days peacefully resting, always happiest when she’s near her people. She’s a calm and easy presence—completely content…

Linda
10 YRS
Jacksonville Humane Society
At 10 years young, Linda is the total package: sweet, gentle, and completely obsessed with belly rubs! This lovable lady lights up around every human she encounters and she’s happiest when surrounded by friends (furry or human)…

Waddles
10 YRS
Florida Keys SPCA
Waddles has been at the Key West Campus for 3.5 years looking for a home that is willing to have patience and kindness for a very good boy. Waddles is as loyal as they come, but takes time to warm up to you and build trust. He…