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.

brown and white chihuahua mix
Adopted
Grover
14 YRS
Little Shelter Animal Rescue and Adoption Center
Self-described as lovable, cute and furry, this fourteen year old Chihuahua mix  is Grover. Playing the role of a mentor to the younger dogs, he shows them how to approach every situation with a “pawsitive” attitude and a…
brown and white dog looking to the side
Adopted
Duke
7.5 YRS
Humane Society of Southern Wisconsin
Meet Duke! He's a handsome boy searching for a new home! A sniffari is his idea of a wonderful outing. He loves to romp around outside and smell everything! He will leave no smell unturned. He enjoys exploring the great outdoors…
brown dog smiling
Adopted
Lara
7.5 YRS
Humane Society of Southern Wisconsin
Lara is ready and patiently waiting for that special family to come along and take her home! Lara is an absolute sweetheart and adores affection of all kinds. Although she is not able to tell us about herself, she is giving us…
grey and white hound dog
Kenneth
7.5 YRS
Humane Society of Southern Wisconsin
Meet Kenneth! This handsome old man is a big sweetheart! He is looking for a home where he can shine as the only pet, and really let his personality blossom. He likes to spend his time taking some nice long naps, but can pull out…
husky dog with heart-shaped glasses
Moose
7 YRS
SICSA Pet Adoption & Wellness Center
Moose may be approaching his golden years, but this handsome man is still young at heart! He LOVES to play with toys, cuddle with his humans (kids included), run around with other dogs of all sizes, and is a huge fan of wading in…
white american bulldog with tongue out
Diesel
10 YRS
IndyHumane
I'm the big old buddy you've been looking for. Not too energetic, not too sleepy; just the perfect mix of fun. I enjoy just hanging out with other dogs, so I might like being in a house with a social dog. I spent a lot of years…
Shepherd Collie mix Andi
Adopted
Andi
9 YRS
Live Love Animal Rescue
Beautiful, smart and independent, Andi is all of that and more. It isn't hard to see her beauty, as Andi's eyes are mesmerizing and so full of soul. When you get to know her, all the rest of Andi's beautiful spirit will be just…
Rosie the pit bull mix
Adopted
Rosie
8 YRS
Humane Society of Catawba County
Rosie is everything you could possibly want in a companion pet; loyal, loving, well-mannered, non-destructive, house-broken, treat-motivated, eager to please and a world-class snuggler. She's the total package. You'd be hard…
Shorty the Corgi
Adopted
Shorty
14 YRS
Little Shelter Animal Rescue and Adoption Center
A blind fourteen-year-old Chihuahua/Corgi mix, this handsome gentleman is determined not to let anything stop him from getting his heart’s desire....a forever home. Though lacking vision, Shorty still enjoys the opportunity to…