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…
Mariah Carey
Mariah Carey’s life almost ended before it truly began. As a young pup, she was on the verge of being abandoned in a field—until a kindhearted man stepped in and gave her the forever home she deserved. 🐾For the past seven years,…
Albert
9 YRS
When 9-year-old Albert arrived at Austin Humane Society as a stray, he was dehydrated, scared, and suffering from digestive issues. 💔 But thanks to a grant from The Grey Muzzle Organization, Albert quickly began the path to…
Sunset
7 YRS
Meet Sunset—a sweet 7-year-old Yorkie mix who was living with a painful secret. Her mom began noticing a terrible smell coming from Sunset’s mouth and, concerned, brought her to the vet. 🐾An exam revealed severe gingivitis and…
Kaia
10 YRS
At 10 years old, Kaia had already been through more than most. After being part of Animal Friends’ Emergency Board program, her owner’s circumstances changed—and Kaia was officially surrendered. 💔Senior and struggling with…
Shadow
15 YRS
When Joyce was suddenly hospitalized after being hit by a car, her world changed in an instant. 💔 With no family able to care for her beloved senior dog, Shadow, he was taken to a local shelter—and Joyce feared she might never…
Snookie
12 YRS
At 12 years old, Snookie the chiweenie may be small, but she’s got a big presence—and a bigger love for treats. 🍖💛Snookie came to Noah's Animal House Foundation as part of a large family of dogs, including two of her own pups. A…