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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.

grey and white pitbull
Brutus
7 YRS
High Country Humane
Hi, I'm Brutus aka Bru! I'm a sweet senior fella who's looking for my retirement home. I've lived a life full of adventure and fun, and now it's time for me to settle down and live out my golden years with a family who can show…
beige chihuahua
Adopted
Fancy Nancy
11 YRS
Friends of Homeless Animals (FOHA)
After living life on the streets as a stray, Fancy Nancy, an 11-year-old chihuahua, is quite comfortable on her own. She hasn’t always enjoyed humans…they are big and scary or small and noisy. But the care of her current foster…
black and white dog
Adopted
Rico
10 YRS
SpokAnimal C.A.R.E.
Meet Rico! Rico is a 10-year-old Lab/Pointer mix. He's spry for his age and loves walks and playing ball in the yard. He's potty-trained and amazing with canine and feline friends. Better still... he's a big snuggler... if it…
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…
white poodle outside
Adopted
Margarita
10 YRS
Little Shelter Animal Rescue and Adoption Center
This refreshing little lady is Margarita, a ten-year-old Poodle mix. The perfect accompaniment for a short walk or lounging by the pool, she is brimming with interesting tales, always keeping up her end of the conversation.…
black shepherd dog
Adopted
Sumo
12 YRS
The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County
 Meet Sumo (A563304)! This guy has been aged to perfection! Sumo is a gentle soul who is just looking to spend his golden years with his people. His perfect day would involve a relaxed morning cuddling on the couch…
beagle mix smiling at the camera
Adopted
Lil Pup
10 YRS
Little Shelter Animal Rescue and Adoption Center
  With a cool rapper name and a big personality, this ten- year-old Bulldog/Beagle mix is Lil Pup. After only being at the shelter for a short time, he already has a huge fan base and several groupies amongst the staff…