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.

grey muzzled dog with red toy
Adopted
Lorenzo
10 YRS
SpokAnimal C.A.R.E.
Lorenzo is like a fine wine - aged to perfection with just the right mix of energy and a desire to be a couch companion! It's hard to believe, but he was found at a stray in Utah and was transported to SpokAnimal in Washington…
smiling dark grey pit bull
Adopted
Poppy
9 YRS
Two by Two Rescue
Hiya, thanks for stopping to meet me. I just want what every dog does, a safe and comfortable home where I can be treasured.  I'd really like a home with a doggie friend. Cats are fine by me too!   I'm a fun loving gal…
grey and white pitbull
Brutus
7 YRS
High Country Humane
Hi, I'm Brutus aka Bru! I'm a sweet senior fella who's looking for my retirement home. I've lived a life full of adventure and fun, and now it's time for me to settle down and live out my golden years with a family who can show…
beige chihuahua
Adopted
Fancy Nancy
11 YRS
Friends of Homeless Animals (FOHA)
After living life on the streets as a stray, Fancy Nancy, an 11-year-old chihuahua, is quite comfortable on her own. She hasn’t always enjoyed humans…they are big and scary or small and noisy. But the care of her current foster…
black and white dog
Adopted
Rico
10 YRS
SpokAnimal C.A.R.E.
Meet Rico! Rico is a 10-year-old Lab/Pointer mix. He's spry for his age and loves walks and playing ball in the yard. He's potty-trained and amazing with canine and feline friends. Better still... he's a big snuggler... if it…
shih-tzu on leash
Adopted
Gabby
11 YRS
Little Shelter Animal Rescue and Adoption Center
Like most women of a certain age, Gabby is confident in her abilities, outspoken and decisive. Knowing her own mind, this eleven-year-old Shih Tzu mix prefers to be your one and only, certain she can meet all your needs.…
cocker spaniel with bowtie
Adopted
Carter
9 YRS
Two by Two Rescue
Carter is a dapper Cocker Spaniel who has retained his handsome, youthful look without any Hollywood help, if you know what we mean. Maybe in dog years nine is considered getting up in age, but this gentleman is full of playful…
spaniel mix
Adopted
Dexter
13 YRS
Little Shelter Animal Rescue and Adoption Center
Dexter is a “lucky number thirteen” year old Cocker Spaniel who is ready to enjoy his retirement, carpool with you to golf and  partake in a post-game snack! Always up for some fun, he is eager to participate in all your…
smiling golden lab
Clark
9 YRS
SICSA Pet Adoption & Wellness Center
The smell of bonfires.. The leaves beginning to change... and best of all, the Football season is beginning to kick off. Call me basic, but Fall is my favorite season. I love that time of the year where you get to sit on the…