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.

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Penny
9 YRS
Little Shelter Animal Rescue and Adoption Center
”Penny Lane is in my ears and in my eyes, there beneath the blue suburban skies.” A song that captures the beauty in the ordinary and turns it into something extraordinary is a fitting tribute for this nine year old Shepard mix…
Zeus
7.5 YRS
Austin Pets Alive!
The sweetest Grecian god you’ll ever meet, Zeus is ready to find his forever home! This calm, affectionate boy is the perfect balance of cuddly and independent. Whether he’s lounging on his dog bed, stretching out on the sofa, or…
Olivia
12 YRS
Stop the Suffering Animal Rescue of Ohio
If you're looking for a best friend that will be down to lounge and keep all of your secrets then sweet Olivia is the girl for you This 12-year-old, 8.5 lb spayed Chihuahua might be tiny, but she's packed with love and ready…
Koda
8 YRS
Asheville Humane Society
Koda, Koda, Koda!While Koda is (very) short in stature, he sets a high bar for personality, spunk, and being the waddliest waddler that ever waddled. Koda inspires joy. He has a bright expression and a quirky spirit. He has been…
Darcy & Molly
10 YRS
Tyson's Place
Meet Darcy and Molly: A Pair of Lifelong Friends in Need of a Loving HomeDarcy, a stunning 10-year-old Great Pyrenees, and her sister Molly, a sweet Border Collie mix, have spent their entire lives together. Their world changed…
Ethel
8 YRS
Little Shelter Animal Rescue and Adoption Center
This noble little lady is Ethel, an eight year old Shih-tzu mix. Strong and sensible, she accurately represents all the attributes senior dogs have to offer: namely wisdom, grace, and a good sense of humor. Priding herself on…
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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.…
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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…