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.

Tan boxer mix Kara
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…
Close up of tan shepherd mix Mercedes
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…
Close up of black pit bull mix
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…
Black pit bull type dog wearing shamrock headband
Adopted
Pepper
8 YRS
Live Love Animal Rescue
My name is Pepper and, despite how my name sounds, I'm sweet not spicy! I looove meeting new people and getting belly rubs! If you're not available, I also like to rub my own belly on the grass. Yep, I'm pretty adorable like that…
Close up of white boxer Ella
Adopted
Ella
n/a YRS
NorCal Boxer Rescue
Ella is such a good-natured and happy companion!  Things Ella enjoys include: any toy that squeaks, catching treat tossed to her, lounging on the couch, and telling her foster dad when it's dinner time. She delights everyone…
Close up of fox red Labrador Retriever Gabe
Adopted
Gabe
7 YRS
Safe Harbor Lab Rescue
Gabe is a super-friendly fox red Lab who’s a whiz at food puzzles! He’s an energetic and playful seven-ish years old who weighs about 60 pounds. Gabe came to us as a neglected stray who is quite the happy, handsome character now!…
img of gracie
Gracie
15 YRS
Full Circle Rescue and Sanctuary
At 15 years old, Gracie is the definition of a quiet, gentle soul. This petite sweetheart spends most of her days peacefully resting, always happiest when she’s near her people. She’s a calm and easy presence—completely content…
Linda
10 YRS
Jacksonville Humane Society
At 10 years young, Linda is the total package: sweet, gentle, and completely obsessed with belly rubs! This lovable lady lights up around every human she encounters and she’s happiest when surrounded by friends (furry or human)…
Waddles
10 YRS
Florida Keys SPCA
Waddles has been at the Key West Campus for 3.5 years looking for a home that is willing to have patience and kindness for a very good boy. Waddles is as loyal as they come, but takes time to warm up to you and build trust. He…