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.

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.…
white dog on orange leash
Adopted
Quesadilla
12 YRS
Little Shelter Animal Rescue and Adoption Center
Full of flavor and spice this delicious twelve-year-old Shih Tzu mix is Quesadilla. Outspoken about things he’s passionate about, such as senior discounts and access to the best treats, he doesn’t hesitate to make his feelings…
grey dog and white dog on leashes
Adopted
Gem & Gemmy
7 YRS
Little Shelter Animal Rescue and Adoption Center
Gem, an  eleven-year-old Poodle mix and Gemmy, a seven-year-old Maltese mix  are Little Shelter’s “two peas in a pod”. Best friends since kindergarten, they have been inseparable their entire lives and are therefore…
shaggy white dog with tongue sticking out
Sally
11 YRS
Maui Humane Society
Sally was found as a stray in ruff condition, she was severely emaciated, flea-infested, and thick crusty fur covering her eyes rendering her practically blind. Fast forward a couple of weeks in the care of an amazing foster home…
german shepherd mix
Adopted
Nora
9 YRS
Humane Society of Sonoma County
Nora is a loyal, smart, sensitive lady looking for a calm, quiet home. She’s not always sure about strangers at first, but this girl is wonderfully sweet once she learns to trust you. Nora’s an excellent on-leash walker, but if…
black dog
Ernest
9 YRS
Maui Humane Society
I'm Ernest, but you can call me Ernie since we're going to be friends real fast. I know that because my previous family said I am amazing! I lived with adults and kids; I'm potty trained, I like to chase the ball, go hiking and…
Yellow Chihuahua
Adopted
Veruca
10 YRS
Little Shelter Animal Rescue & Adoption Center
This very special lady is Veruca, a ten-year-old Chihuahua mix. Mourning the sudden loss of her home and family, she has found herself back in the shelter, hoping for a second chance at a happy ending. While it takes time to…
Rex and Renny with tongues out
Rex & Renny
9 YRS
Seniors' Pet Assistance Network (SPAN)
We have the most delightful bonded pair of older gentlemen available to brighten up your home and find the LOVE they recently lost. Sadly, Rex and Renny lost the only owner they've ever known this past November due to COVID.…
Chihuahua mix Jem
Adopted
Jem
14 YRS
Little Shelter Animal Rescue and Adoption Center
“Live your life and forget your age.” A fourteen-year-young Chihuahua mix, this sparkly little lady is Jem. Ready to grab life by the tail, she is energetic, outgoing, and knows how to make an entrance! Her curiosity and…