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
Bullwinkle
13 YRS
Peace of Mind Dog Rescue
Bullwinkle is a cute little boy. He's a little timid at first, but a couple of treats will quickly bring him close. He is happy to go out and about and is excellent on leash, keeping up a good pace though he only needs a short…
Adopted
Allie
12 YRS
Animal Rescue League of Iowa
BIG FAN OF: Napping on soft things.NOT A FAN OF: Sharing her living space with other dogs. She needs to be the only dog in her home right now. Children are also way too much for her, so she needs an adults-only home. Adopters…
Adopted
Todd
8 YRS
Leon County Humane Society
Todd came to LCHS along with seven other dogs from a multi-agency rescue. The dogs had been in a hoarding situation with dozens of dogs living in filth while also in the presence of dead dogs in the home. Sadly, this situation…