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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!

Manny
On Christmas Eve, Lionel's Legacy received a very panicked phone call from a family impacted by the Southern California fires. Their dog Manny, an 11-year-old standard poodle, fell ill with some type of respiratory illness. He…
Abraham
Abraham came to the Humane Society of Charlotte from Puerto Rico during "Operation Grey Muzzle," a rescue transport coordinated by the Humane Society of the United States. More than 200 dogs, including many seniors, were flown…
Rita Sue
This eight-year-old girl has been through some stuff. Rita Sue was transferred to the Leon County Humane Society (LCHS) in Tallahassee, FL, after she was rescued from an organized dog fight ring last year.Upon her…
Sherman
8 YRS
Brother Wolf Animal Rescue
Sweet senior hound Sherman arrived at Brother Wolf Animal Rescue in Asheville, NC with an unknown history and various health issues. It was obvious to staff that Sherman had suffered severe neglect.He was underweight, heartworm…
Emely
11 YRS
Mercy Crusade
Emely, an 11-year-old Chipoo, was brought to Mercy Crusade in Oxnard, CA when she developed a concerning mammary mass that needed to be examined by a veterinarian. Mercy Crusade is a non-profit low-cost vet clinic that focuses on…
Mia
13 YRS
Vets in Vans
Mia is a 13-year-old Chihuahua who is adored by her mom. She is a sweet, happy senior girl, but her mom recently became concerned about the condition of Mia's teeth. With the help of her caregiver John (pictured here), Mia's mom…
beagle with green ball
Hollis
7 YRS
Animal Rescue, Inc.
Hollis, a 7-year-old Beagle, was surrendered to Animal Rescue, Inc. when his owner's health began to fail.Hollis had clearly been well cared for in his previous home. But he still needed updated vaccines, neuter surgery, and an…
black lab outside
Sophie
9 YRS
Friends of Homeless Animals
When Sophie, a 9-year-old lab mix, arrived at Friends of Homeless Animals (FOHA) it was discovered that she had degenerative joint disease in her hips and a benign tumor at her elbow. These types of ailments can negatively impact…
black dog looking left
Summer
8 YRS
KARES
Summer, an 8-year old hound mix, was seen wandering in Kaloko on the west side of the Big Island of Hawaii. Worried forher well-being, several neighbors tried to come together and capture her, but she was skittish and wouldn't…