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.

small dog with curly fur
Adopted
Little Bit (bonded to Buddy)
12 YRS
Two by Two Rescue
Sweet as a box of chocolates, these little Valentines are proof of all the joy older dogs can bring to your life! Sexy senior citizens (in their own minds), who would be thrilled to enjoy their well-earned retirement in your lap…
senior pug
Adopted
Floyd
12 YRS
Little Shelter Animal Rescue and Adoption Center
It has been said that having a senior dog is like fast-forwarding to the best part….a perfect example is Floyd, a twelve-year-old Pug, who has high hopes of finding a family to call his own. Enjoying the company of everyone,…
brown and black hound mix
Adopted
Ziggy
9 YRS
Rancho Coastal Humane Society
Ziggy is an active "senior" so don't let his age dissuade you. He loves running around the yard or going for walks and has been described as having "a lot of happy in him". He will need a family that will continue the work his…
shih tzu
Adopted
Fancy
12 YRS
Two by Two Rescue
Fancy is sweetheart that is cared for in a loving foster home. She has lived with other dogs, but best as your one and only so she can soak up all the attention to herself. Who can blame her!  Fancy delights in…
yorkie and basset hound
Rudy & Sophia
11 YRS
Little Shelter Animal Rescue and Adoption Center
At first glance, these two may seem to be an unlikely pair, though Sophia, an eleven-year-old Basset Hound and Rudy, an eleven-year-old Yorkie mix, compliment each other perfectly. These bonded friends eagerly reconnect with…
shih tzu with cloudy eye smiling
Adopted
Princess 2
9 YRS
Little Shelter Animal Rescue and Adoption Center
Firmly believing that “there is a Princess inside all of us”, this nine-year-old Shih-Tzu is hoping to find a castle all her own. Enjoying a leisurely walk with her adoring subjects, she loves being out in the fresh air,…
blind terrier dog
Adopted
Willow
10 YRS
Two by Two Rescue
Willow would love to be pampered and wouldn't mind one bit if you brag about how adorable she is. Not one to work the camera, but does like looking pretty in her sweater collection. This dainty gal enjoys lap snuggles, but happy…
rottweiler
Reesie
9 YRS
PAWS Atlanta
Reesie is an observer and a dreamer. You will often find her mentally recording all the comings and goings of our shelter. She is a very good girl. And we're not just typing that because she is looking over our shoulder and…
black shepherd dog
Adopted
Sweetie
12 YRS
Humane Society of Sonoma County
We think Sweetie is aptly named because she’s truly one of the sweetest dogs we’ve ever met! A fan favorite here at the shelter, she enjoys hanging out with our staff and volunteers. Sweetie would love a family who is…