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!
The Pekingese Pack
The July 4th holiday always sends a rush of animals to area shelters. But, for the Austin Humane Society (AHS), last summer, it was July 3rd that brought more than a dozen senior Pekingese mixes through their doors.The…
Tasha T.
We all know the popular adage, “Who Rescued Who?” referring to the rewards that rescued animals provide their adopters. The Thulani Program, a program of German Shepherd Rescue of Northern California, has a real life example in…
Apollo
Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) rescued 8-year-old Apollo from the city shelter, where it was discovered he had a large mass. He also seemed to be overly tired, even for a lower energy dog. Because of his age and possible medical needs…
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…