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.

Retriever mix Randy
Adopted
Randy
10 YRS
Little Shelter Animal Rescue and Adoption Center
A ten-year-old Retriever mix, this gentle beauty is Randy. Having recently traveled to Little Shelter in NY via the Passage to Freedom program (transport program), she knows that a little step may be the beginning of a great…
Helen
Adopted
Helen
10 YRS
NorCal Boxer Rescue
Helen is as an adorable, dainty thing who is madly in love with every person she meets! Helen's hobbies include giving hugs and kisses, getting belly rubs, going on walks and car rides, eating, and napping. Helen is a pleasure to…
Sissy
Adopted
Sissy
9 YRS
Poodle and Pooch Rescue of Florida
Sissy is a nine-year-old, nine-pound Yorkie/Chihuahua blend. She is quite the package! Sissy carries a lot of spunk for a senior dog. She loves to play, enjoys walks, chewing bones and then crashing for a rest - before she starts…
Charlie the Chihuahua
Adopted
Charlie
9 YRS
Little Shelter Animal Rescue and Adoption Center
Charisma is the quality of being able to attract, charm and influence those around you....this little charmer is Charlie, a nine-year-old Chihuahua mix. A gentle, sweet soul, his minor physical limitations disappear due to his…
Black and white Akita mix Fabio
Adopted
Fabio
13 YRS
Little Shelter Animal Rescue and Adoption Center
A 13-year-old Akita/Collie mix, this undeniably handsome fellow is Fabio. Modest and unassuming, he would much rather spend time with the “people” than the “pawparazzi!” He’s always ready for a leisurely stroll and sets a step…
Poodle mix Empanada
Adopted
Empanada
12 YRS
Little Shelter Animal Rescue and Adoption Center
A twelve yr. old Poodle mix, this spicy fellow is Empanada. An active senior, he is always on the go, determined to stay in shape both physically and mentally. He starts his day with a few stretches and a walk around the shelter…
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…