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.

black shepherd dog
Adopted
Sumo
12 YRS
The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County
 Meet Sumo (A563304)! This guy has been aged to perfection! Sumo is a gentle soul who is just looking to spend his golden years with his people. His perfect day would involve a relaxed morning cuddling on the couch…
beagle mix smiling at the camera
Adopted
Lil Pup
10 YRS
Little Shelter Animal Rescue and Adoption Center
  With a cool rapper name and a big personality, this ten- year-old Bulldog/Beagle mix is Lil Pup. After only being at the shelter for a short time, he already has a huge fan base and several groupies amongst the staff…
pit bull wearing flower crown
Kula
10 YRS
Maui Humane Society
Aloha I’m Kula from Maui, Hawaii! I’ve been around awhile getting all fixed up by the vet staff and enjoying my time in a foster home but the time has come for me to find my forever family.  I’m 10 years old and like to…
black and grey dog standing poolside
Maebe
8 YRS
Live Love Animal Rescue
Hi! I'm Maebe! I'm a quiet, cuddly, easy-going gal. I'm a little shy and timid when meeting new people, but once I warm up to you, I'll give you all my love. For a senior gal, I act a lot younger than I look. I love going on…
dog with one eye in shopping cart
Becky
8 YRS
Live Love Animal Rescue
      Say hello to sweet Becky! This little senior gal is also known as Pirate B around these parts because she's got just one eye. Rest assured that this doesn't stop her from living life to the fullest and what…
pit bull mix smiling
Sarah Ribbons
8 YRS
PAWS Atlanta, Inc
Sarah Ribbons came back to PAWS Atlanta after five years in her adoptive home because of a landlord breed restriction. She is a soulful, chill lady with everyone, with the possible exception of veterinarians.Sarah is…
Ms. Dottie
11.5 YRS
PAWS Atlanta
Sweet Ms. Dottie lived on a chain until she was rescued by another group. When they got her, they said she had a spinal infection and was heartworm positive. They treated the infection but could not treat the heartworms. After a…
Adopted
Princess
9 YRS
Humane Society of Southern Wisconsin
Meet Princess, a senior gal looking to live out the rest of her golden years in her forever home. She's a very laid-back and chill dog who would love to snuggle up on the couch with you and catch up on all your TV shows. Princess…
Nolla
8 YRS
Virginia Beach SPCA
Nolla is a staff favorite and has a ton of personality! She can be shy at first but quickly warms up once she spends a little time with people. Her previous owners report that she was loving and loyal. Nolla has lived with cats…