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We envision a world where every senior dog thrives, and no old dog dies alone and afraid. 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.

pit bull with green bandana
Jake
7 years old YRS
The Animal Rescue Mission
Handsome Jake is just an amazing dog!  He listens well and will make someone a GREAT companion.  He has good energy and a positive outlook on life despite spending over three months in the shelter.  He's very food…
pit bull with feather boa
Adopted
Dixie
11 YRS
Two by Two Rescue
Maybe in dog years eleven years old is considered a senior, but this gracious Southern Belle keeps a youthful outlook on life. She flashes a Miss America smile all day, everyday, wherever shegoes as if to say "live the life…
grey snooted brown dog
Coco
12.5 YRS
High Country Humane
Hi, I'm CoCo! I'm a very friendly guy who can't wait to find my furever home! I came to HCH when my original family was moving and couldn't take me with them. I was adopted in November but brought back in May when my new…
black lab and yellow lab
Adopted
Carlos
7 years old YRS
Vieques Humane Society and Animal Rescue
Carlos has been in the shelter for almost a year and we just can't figure out why! He is a super sweet cuddle bug! Carlos has a lot of energy and likes to play, but he can also relax and enjoy a good movie night. He is…
light brown long-haired dog
Adopted
Buddy
10 YRS
Little Shelter Animal Rescue and Adoption Center
Mark Twain once said, "To get the full value of joy, you must have someone to divide it with."  Who better than your best Buddy? This affectionate, agreeable ten-year-old Terrier mix is the ideal one to share the…
old white poodle standing in grass
Adopted
Ivory
12 YRS
Little Shelter Animal Rescue and Adoption Center
A twelve-year-old Poodle mix, Ivory is the newest member of Little Shelter’s Silver Paw Connection. While he refuses to switch from AOL to g-mail, he is adaptable in most situations, fitting nicely into family life. Making…
shih-tzu on leash
Adopted
Gabby
11 YRS
Little Shelter Animal Rescue and Adoption Center
Like most women of a certain age, Gabby is confident in her abilities, outspoken and decisive. Knowing her own mind, this eleven-year-old Shih Tzu mix prefers to be your one and only, certain she can meet all your needs.…
white dog on orange leash
Adopted
Quesadilla
12 YRS
Little Shelter Animal Rescue and Adoption Center
Full of flavor and spice this delicious twelve-year-old Shih Tzu mix is Quesadilla. Outspoken about things he’s passionate about, such as senior discounts and access to the best treats, he doesn’t hesitate to make his feelings…
grey dog and white dog on leashes
Adopted
Gem & Gemmy
7 YRS
Little Shelter Animal Rescue and Adoption Center
Gem, an  eleven-year-old Poodle mix and Gemmy, a seven-year-old Maltese mix  are Little Shelter’s “two peas in a pod”. Best friends since kindergarten, they have been inseparable their entire lives and are therefore…