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.
Terra
8 YRS
Rain or Shine Rescue
Eight-year-old Terra was surrendered to the shelter after being attacked by her family's new dog. Her injuries were severe, but this resilient girl never gave up. She tolerated the pain and discomfort with quiet dignity, always…
Sequoia
8 YRS
Mendocino Coast Humane Society
"Sequoia is super sweet and loves cats, dogs and everybody" say our kennel staff, who have fallen in love with this senior cutie. This one-eyed sweetheart came to us after her owner abandoned her and a neighbor temporarily took…
Bibi
10-12 YRS
Vintage Fur Senior Dogs
Affectionate and friendly, this tiny girl is ready for a quiet household to call her own. She has limited hearing and vision but navigates her environment well. She sleeps in a crate at night and is compatible with other calm…
Chapo
6.2 YRS
MidAmerica Rottweiler Rescue
MARR covers Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma and Wisconsin. Chapo is being fostered in MO currently. However, transportation is available for adoptions within our coverage area.
Chapo is a…
Zailey
8.5 YRS
MidAmerica Rottweiler Rescue
MARR covers Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma and Wisconsin and transportation is available for foster/adoption within those states. Zailey is currently in Indianapolis, IN.
Zailey has been…
Coco
12 YRS
Full Circle Rescue and Sanctuary
Meet Coco — the sweetest little 12-year-old poodle/Shih Tzu mix you’ll ever meet! This gentle girl recently lost the only home she’s ever known, but her loving spirit still shines bright. She’s an affectionate cuddle bug who…
Adopted
Kara
7 YRS
Pets Alive
Don’t let those gray hairs fool you! Kara is just 7 years young and can keep up with the youngsters. This lady is available for adoption with Pets Alive in NY and loves everyone she meets. Kara is that girl who wants nothing more…
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…