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
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…