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!

blind shih tzu smiling
Louie
Surrendered by his owners for euthanasia, an unnamed blind shih tzu was transported to Carolina Poodle Rescue from a rural shelter. ‘Louie,” as he was appropriately dubbed by his transporter, swayed to the sound of music played…
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Roxy
Ten-year-old Roxy was surrendered to the Sacramento SPCA simply for being “too old.” Life in the shelter was too stressful for her, so she was placed in a foster home where her doting foster mom noticed she had a cough. Chest x-…
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Bella
Fifteen-year-old Bella means everything to her dad. He writes, “Bella has been my spunky best friend for 15 years. I live alone and she’s my companion, listener, comedian, supporter…if you’ve been fortunate enough to have a…
Bruce
12 YRS
Second Chance Animal Sanctuaries
At 12 years old, Bruce found himself in unfamiliar surroundings, struggling with itchy skin, dirty ears, and a life that had been anything but nurturing. Thankfully, Second Chance Animal Sanctuaries stepped in and, with the help…
Bhunte
10 YRS
Voice of Animal Nepal
Senior dogs need love and care everywhere—and thanks to your support, Grey Muzzle helps internationally, too! Bhunte, a senior dog rescued by Voice of Animal Nepal, faced life-threatening injuries after a tiger attack. Thanks to…
Oswald
10 YRS
Young At Heart Senior Pet Adoptions
After losing his guardian, 10-year-old Oswald faced a tough road ahead. This sweet Shih Tzu arrived at Young at Heart Senior Pet Adoptions with a host of untreated health concerns—pneumonia, dental issues, partial deafness,…
Bella
9 YRS
Project Street Vet
Bella, a 9-year-old Husky, is more than a pet—she’s everything to her mom. When Bella developed a severe ear infection, her mom, who is currently unhoused, was referred to Project Street Vet by B Street Veterinary Hospital in San…
Chester
13 YRS
Lionel's Legacy
When Chester needed a safe haven, Lionel's Legacy and Grey Muzzle were there to help. Through Lionel's Legacy's Always HOME program, Chester—a blind senior dog with a puppy’s spirit—found refuge and hope after his owner passed…
Bessie
10 YRS
Poodle and Pooch Rescue
At 10 years old, blind Bessie, arrived at Marion County Animal Services as a stray in urgent need of care. Suffering from painful glaucoma and requiring extensive dental work, her future seemed uncertain. With the help of Grey…