We provide grant funding to save and improve the lives of at-risk senior dogs across the country. These are just a few of the thousands of senior dogs who got their second chance thanks to the dedication of our grantees and the generosity of supporters like you!

Colt
A message from National Mill Dog Rescue founder, Theresa StraderAs I reflect back on 2016, there are certain dogs that stand out for one reason or another-- seniors whose bodies are ravaged from years of overproduction and…

Faith
Nine-year-old Faith came to Saving Pets One at a Time (SPOT) at the request of a local humane society. She had been there for three weeks and was experiencing a lot of stress. Faith and two other female "breeders" were released…

Howard
Meet Howard from San Francisco’s Muttville Senior Dog Rescue. At 11 years old, Howard found himself abandoned by his family with only one reason given to the shelter, “too old.” Instead of a name, he was now a number - #654156.…

Georgie
15 YRS
At 15 years old, Georgie has been Vanja’s loyal companion for over five years—offering comfort, love, and joy every step of the way. 💛But when Georgie began experiencing cluster seizures, Vanja was overwhelmed with worry. A…

Stanley
When Stanley arrived, his body told the story of hardship—but his spirit? Pure sunshine. ☀️ This calm, gentle boy leaned into every pet, grateful just to be near people who cared.Thanks to a grant from The Grey Muzzle…

Angel
11 YRS
Angel’s world turned upside down when her beloved person passed away. 💔 At 11 years old, this sweet Labrador Retriever lost the only home she’d ever known—and with it, the constant companionship she had cherished.Thankfully,…

Mr. Pibbles
12 YRS
Tennessee Dachshund Rescue
When 12-year-old Mr. Pibbles lost his beloved owner, he ended up in a rural shelter—heartbroken, confused, and in serious pain. His breath was so bad, staff worried no one would take a chance on him. But Tennessee Dachshund…

Boris
9 YRS
Lollypop Farm, the Humane Society of Greater Rochester
When Boris’s person passed away, his world turned upside down. But thanks to the compassion of Lollypop Farm, the Humane Society of Greater Rochester and the help of a Grey Muzzle grant, he embarked on a journey to new beginnings…

Benny
8 YRS
Angels of Assisi
For Benny’s mom, he is everything. Her best friend. Her family. Her entire world. But when her assisted living community required Benny to be up to date on his rabies vaccine, she didn’t know where to turn. On a fixed income…