Cute, little Doris is described as the sweetest, most adorable little snuggle bug you’ll ever meet. She’s looking for a calm home where any children are older and gets on famously with both dogs and cats. Doris would make a fantastic companion.
Category: Adopt An Oldie
Please also consider our Overlooked Oldies- the dogs who have been patiently waiting for new homes longest of all. They desperately need homes of their own! You can submit an oldie for listing by our site editors here .
We also have some non-oldie dogs who need very special homes due to mental or physical problems, listed in Other Special Dogs Needing Homes. Please consider them!
If you are planning to adopt a dog and already own cats, you may want to read our article Dogs and Cats.
Hershey (Pawprints to Freedom, fostered Nottinghamshire)
Pretty Hershey was very underweight when she arrived in the UK. Could you offer this spotty lady a quiet home where she will never have to worry about food and water again?
Nikky (Pawprints to Freedom, fostered West Midlands)
Nikky is a lovely lady who is looking forward to having a comfortable life in a quiet home. She would suit an older family and is good with other dogs.
Xena (National Animal Welfare Trust, Cornwall)
XENA IS OUR OLD DOG OF THE WEEK!
Do you want a fun best friend who understands everything you say and thinks you’re amazing? Xena is super intelligent and will keep you amused as long as you keep the tennis balls coming. She needs an adult-only home with lots of outdoor space, toys and love! Please help Xena by sharing her page!
Crystal (RSPCA Westmorland Branch, Cumbria)
Crystal is a gorgeous Staffie Cross who just loves cuddles, toys and games. She is used to living with primary-age children and can be left. Crystal can be both calm and relaxed and playful. She just needs her own people and a loving home.
Pablo (Pawprints To Freedom, fostered Cornwall)
Plablo is a placid golden oldie with a big heart! His hearing and eyesight are not perfect so he wants an adult-only home, although he’s good with children he meets. He loves food and walks and is great with other dogs.
Bradley (Rovers Dog Rescue, fostered Essex)
Beautiful Bradley would like to be the constant companion of a lady owner who will happily let him sleep on her bed. He is a clever, agile boy who can easily manage a 3-mile walk. Gorgeous!
Jock (Pawprints to Freedom, fostered Wiltshire)
Big Jock is a real cutie who loves long walks and running around playing, then snuggling up next to you. He’s a smart boy who needs a home without children and to be either your only dog or live with a similar sized dog.
Deardrey (Safe Rescue, fostered Norfolk)
Deardrey is a quiet and shy, medium Crossbreed who loves her walks after life caged in a Romanian shelter. She’s okay with other dogs but would probably be happier as the only pet in a quiet home where she can enjoy a peaceful life. She’s a little sweetheart.
Corny (Safe Rescue, fostered Norfolk)
Dear, sweet Corny is an affectionate boy once he knows you. He’s quite timid, having spent years in a shelter in Romania but is thoroughly enjoying life in foster care with comfy beds and jolly walks. All he needs now is to find his forever home.
Kolo & Tinkerbell (Cheltenham Animal Shelter, Gloucestershire)
Yes, this dinky duo is available for lap cuddles! Tinkerbell (left) and Kolo (right) are a very loving pair. They seek a retirement home without other pets, where any children are older and where they’ll have company most of the time. So they can focus on some really serious snoozing!
Benny (Safe Rescue, Norfolk)
Handsome Benny is a loving German Shepherd Cross who adores being with people and lots of cuddles. He’s good with dogs though prefers bitches and could possibly live with a dog-savvy cat.
Noodles (Freshfields Animal Rescue, Liverpool)
Affectionate, playful Noodles is a wonderfully loving boy who comes with a unique offer. He can be adopted, fostered full-time or just fostered during the week. Perfect if you like weekends away! This big, old soppy-head is well worth your consideration.
Sunrise (Safe Rescue, fostered Norfolk)
A lovely name for a lovely dog. Sunrise is happiest when she’s with other dogs but still likes to follow you around for moral support with whatever you’re up to. She could possibly live with older, dog savvy children. Sunrise is seeking a loving home and a sense of belonging.
Milo (RADAR Dog Rescue, South Yorkshire)
Big, cuddly Milo wants a peaceful home with only grown-ups and, although fine with other dogs when out and about, he wants to be the only pet at home. He’s simply a happy, playful, affectionate boy looking for a loving human or two, to call his own.
Flicker (Safe Rescue, fostered Staffordshire)
Old sweetie Flicker is a cheery, easy-going girl who loves all people, including little ones. She’s a bit bossy with other dogs and gets on OK with the submissive, male resident dog at her foster home but would be happy as an only dog. She’s playful, active and incredibly cuddlesome!
Missy (RSPCA Westmorland Branch, Cumbria)
Missy is a lovely and friendly Staffy girl who just loves a good fuss and cuddle. She is used to living with children and is fine travelling or being left for short periods, though she would really enjoy lots of human company. Could you give Missy a loving home?
Fluke (National Animal Welfare Trust, Cornwall)
Fluke is a beautiful boy who needs husky-experienced people. He needs a large secure garden and you will need to be local to Cornwall so that you can visit him lots and he can get to know you before going home.
Bruno (Boxer and Bully Saviours, currently in Kent)
This sweet old boy is almost completely blind but copes amazingly well. He loves his walks and to jump up on the sofa or the bed with you for a snuggle! He’s great with other dogs and older children. He needs company most of the time. Could you help him?
Peter (Safe Rescue, fostered Norfolk)
Poor old Peter is only just starting to come out of his shell after years in a Romanian shelter. Gradually he’s learning how nice life can be with humans who are kind, walkies and a comfy bed! He needs at least one other dog at home. Can you help him?
Star & Ella (The Mutts Nutts Rescue, Lincolnshire)
Star the Staffy and Ella the Parsons Terrier are a devoted pair. Ella relies on Star for support when she’s feeling worried. Could you offer them an active, adult home together and allow Ella time to settle and feel secure?
Skyla (Rescue Remedies, kennelled West Sussex)
Gorgeous Skyla is a very friendly and affectionate Labrador/Staffie Cross. She’s cuddly and undemanding and would make a really lovely companion. She has been used to living with other dogs and is fine to live with a similar, compatible one.
Sydney (Adopt a Dog North East, Sunderland)
Sydney was starved almost to death, but he wants to forget the sad times and focus on a very happy future with you! He is good with dogs and children and simply wants a sofa and lots of love.
Candy (Freshfields Animal Rescue, Liverpool)
Cuddly dumpling Candy really loves people, including little ones. She’s very affectionate, placid and gentle. She wants to be an only pet and have a life that’s as steady and love-filled as she is. Can you imagine this lovely, solid lady leaning on you for fuss?!
Bosun (South Yorkshire ESS Rescue)
Bosun is an active, Springer Spaniel who loves playing with his ball, is good with other dogs and enjoys being off-lead. He’s looking for an adult home where he can go travelling on adventures (he has a passport) and he is used to being left for 2-3 hours.
Buster, Poppy and Polly (South Yorkshire ESS Rescue)
Three gorgeous English Springer Spaniel siblings can certainly offer more love than just one, and this lovely trio would like to find a new home together. Buster, Poppy and Polly are friendly, happy, well-behaved dogs with both humans and other dogs. They will make such loyal companions for a special someone.
Spacey (Stokenchurch Dog Rescue, Buckinghamshire)
Cute Spacey is an affectionate Lakeland Terrier Cross girl who is so sad to find herself back in rescue. She needs to be your only pet in a quiet home with a nice big garden for her to play in.
Percy (Animal Adoption International, Hampshire)
Labrador Cross Percy is a dream of a dog. He is friendly and cuddly and would like to live with another doggy companion. He would prefer older children in the home and would make a wonderful companion.
Misty (Dogs Trust Merseyside)
Dear Misty is much loved by everyone she meets. She’s such a gentle girl who has not had a good life and now deserves a loving family to give her all she’s been missing. She would prefer to be the only dog in the home where any children are 10+.
Max (Dogs Trust Merseyside)
17/5/20 – Max has been reserved!
True golden oldie Max needs a loving, retirement home to enjoy for the rest of his days. He likes a potter but mostly snoozes the day away. He would prefer to be the only dog in the home where any children are aged 12+ and dog-savvy. Can you help little Max?
Taz (Love Underdogs, Essex)
If you’re looking for an extra-large teddy bear, may we present Taz Underdog! He’s a fluffy, cuddly and simply gorgeous Malamute who has spent his life in a cage with no shelter. If you have Eskimo-breed experience, Taz could be the boy for you!
Branny (Dogs Trust Newbury, Berkshire)
Funny-eared, waggy-tailed Branny is a playful and loving boy who just wants a quiet, adult-only home and a happy life of walkies and sofa snuggles. He likes a game of fetch and loves learning new things for treats. With those expressive ears, he’s probably the world’s best listener!
Billy (Leicester Animal Aid)
Billy the Patterdale Cross just loves human companionship and can entertain himself with toys all day long. He’s a sweet and gentle soul who would be happy living with children aged 12+ and as the only pet. All the more cuddles and tummy rubs for him.
Sid (Active Animals Rescue & Rehab, fostered Durham)
Shy Sid is a gentle boy who will be a sweet and loving companion once he knows you. He’d like a canine friend in his new home and he’s currently mingling with cats and horses. Sid’s crossing his paws for a lovely home.
Mabel (Rovers Dog Rescue, Essex)
Poor Mabel was shut in a flat for 9 years and is fearful of all things new. She is wary of strangers and needs an experienced, patient owner who will help her blossom. She needs to be your only pet in a quiet, rural home.
Blue (Cheltenham Animal Shelter, Glos.)
Blue the Collie would like to be your only pet and his ideal home will be in a nice quiet area. He’s a wonderful boy who thoroughly deserves to be happy again.
Gino (Greyhound Trust Nottingham)
Gorgeous Gino is beginning to learn about life outside kennels and he can’t wait to find out more, sofas being top of his to-do list! Could you offer Gino lots of love in his first proper home?
Yakari (Love Underdogs, Essex)
Yakari took a while to overcome his previous sadness, but now he’s like a new dog! He needs an active, compassionate and happy adult home. Yakari could live with a submissive female dog but would also do well as your only dog.
Mirabel (Safe Rescue, fostered Norfolk)
Mirabel was so terrified of people that she wasn’t able to be rehomed until now – 2 years after coming to the UK. She loves the company of other dogs and is so much braver with people. Mirabel needs a patient, adult-only home.
Charlie (Poodles In Need, Oxford)
Charlie is a friendly, sunny-hearted chap who is good with other dogs and older children. He’s well behaved and bright as a button, as you’d expect from a Poodle. He still has lots of energy for walks and is adorable!
Jack (Poodles In Need, Lincolnshire)
Dinky, fluffy Jack is a delightful boy who wants to be the only pet at home, to be the apple of your eye. He can live with older children and loves walkies. A home where someone is around most of the time would suit this little poppet perfectly!
Suki (Freshfields Animal Rescue, Liverpool)
This spectacularly beautiful girl is looking for experienced owners who like walkies in quiet areas as much as she does! She wants to be an only pet in an adult only home. Once she’s bonded with you, Suki’s affectionate and amusing. She’ll be loyal to you forever!
Dodger (Freshfields Animal Rescue, Liverpool)
Dodger takes his time to get to know you, but once he does he is the most loyal and devoted of friends. He needs an adult home as your only pet. Could you offer Dodger a place to call home?
Timi (Evesham Greyhound and Lurcher Rescue, Worcestershire)
If you’re looking for a sweet lurcher to snuggle on the sofa with, Timi would love to meet you. He’d like to be your only pet so that he can have all the love to himself. Timi’s a beauty!
Bentley (Stokenchurch Dog Rescue, Bucks.)
This flying Jack Russell cross (sticking his tongue out for concentration) is Bentley! He’s looking for a quiet, adult only home as an only pet and owners who will be considerate of his shyness with strangers. He’s amusing, loving and cute!
Isaac (Animal Helpline, Cambridgeshire)
Not just a handsome face. Not just a fluffy teddy bear. Isaac is a steady, well behaved, walkies-loving boy who thrives on attention. He especially likes being brushed! He enjoys playing ball games yet has that Akita trait of always being dignified and beautiful… even when being silly!
Pepsi (Stokenchurch Dog Rescue, Buckinghamshire)
Pepsi is a sweet Dachshund mixture who is blind and has diabetes. She is very affectionate and needs a special family who will love her and look after her medical needs. Blind dogs are so wonderful and rewarding. Could you help Pepsi?
Elsie (All Dogs Matter, North London)
Elsie is so sad now that her owner has passed away and urgently needs a foster/permanent home where she can be cosseted. She likes to snooze on the sofa in a quiet home where she will be the only pet and any children are 12+. Can you help Elsie?
Zeebo (Freshfields Animal Rescue, Liverpool)
Gentle, soppy Zeebo is a super friendly boy who could live with a calm dog, older children, and a hamster! He’s very sad right now as he has returned to Freshfields as he didn’t get on with his new family’s cat. He needs a calm, caring home and regular gentle walks.
Chester (Love Underdogs, Essex)
Chester is a beautiful, young-at-heart boy who is looking for a home with active people and a resident dog or two for companionship. Chester loves cuddles!
Emily (Love Underdogs, Essex)
Pretty Emily is a Chow Chow cross with great intelligence and charisma. She’s confident, funny and so gorgeous! She wants to be an only pet and would be perfect for people with a good sense of humour who will appreciate her wit and charm.
Milo (via Freshfields Animal Rescue, Liverpool)
Milo wants to be the lap-dog of a special person who will give him time and space. He doesn’t want to be around children or dogs but is fine with cats. You’ll need to be able to visit him a few times for him to get to know you.
Bowie – female (Mayhew Animal Home, NW London)
Bowie is a sunny natured girl who loves to play, go for long walks and meet people. She wants to be an only pet and have someone to be with most of the time. She’s very tactile and will try to get on your lap! Bowie just cares about love and fun.
Castel (Safe Rescue, fostered Norfolk)
Castel survived 7 years in a Romanian shelter by making himself invisible but he’s gradually learning the joys of not having to hide in the shadows. He happy-dances at food time! Could you offer him the patience and love he deserves?
Roxy (Dogs Trust Merseyside)
Roxy might not be classically good looking but she has a beautifully kind heart. She’s shy with new people but once she knows you she’s a soppy, affectionate old girl. If she meets a puppy, her big hearted nature makes her waggy tail a blur! Could you love her?
Poppy and Billy (Teckels Rehoming and Boarding, Gloucester)
Poppy and Billy are looking for a loving, quiet retirement home together where they can enjoy their remaining years with oodles of TLC. The love human company so need someone around most of the time.
Sabbi and MacKenzie (Foal Farm Animal Rescue, Kent)
Two lovely ladies, Sabbi the Newfoundland and MacKenzie the Spaniel, need a new home together after their owner sadly passed away. They promise lots of fun and frolics to an active family with teenagers or adults only.
Neo (Freshfields Animal Rescue, Liverpool)
Cheery soul Neo is finding kennels stressful but his buoyant nature shows as soon as he’s out and about. He’s friendly, loving and will make a devoted companion. Given peace and a happy routine of walks and cuddles, Neo’s shiny heart will light up your home!
Danny (Private Rehoming, Cornwall)
Danny is a gentle, affectionate people-pleaser who loves his walks almost as much as he loves his food. He’s best suited to an adult only home as an only pet, although he’s easy-going with other dogs he meets. He’s simply a loving and loyal boy, especially when you have treats!
Stella (Safe Rescue, fostered Norfolk)
Sweet Stella has a hard life, but she’s an affectionate, friendly lady. She loves to play with the dogs in her foster home and can live with children aged 10+. She just needs her own, forever, loving home now. 13/4/20 – Stella still needs a home
Ellie (Dogs Trust Newbury, Berkshire)
Ellie is a bright girl who is great fun and enjoys learning new things. She likes to take her time to get to know you and needs a quiet, adult-only home with lovely, patient people. 13/4/20 – Ellie still needs a home
Maddie (Saving Romanian Strays, fostered Scotland)
Maddie is just beginning to flourish and learn that life can be wonderful. She now enjoys cuddles from anyone she trusts and is living in harmony with other dogs in her foster home. 13/4/20 – Maddie still needs a home
Zeus (East Anglia Dog Rescue, Essex)
Bright and bouncy Zeus is a medium sized boy with super sized joie de vivre! He’s good with children and can live with older ones. A female doggy friend should be fine too. He’s such fun and he’ll gladly play football with you anytime. 13/4/20 – Zeus still needs a home
Prince (Kent Greyhound Rescue)
Cuddle monster Prince is a lovely, steady old boy. He still loves his walks and enjoys meeting other dogs when he’s out. He needs a peaceful home as an only pet, to have all his human’s affection. He’s a restful, noble, soppy old sausage! 13/4/20 – Prince still needs a home
Zac (Friends of Akitas Trust, Notts.)
Zac is a friendly and loving boy. On walks, he’s good on the lead and calm around other dogs. He’d prefer to be an only dog at home. He’s been through some trials but is now read to love and be loved! 13/4/20 – Zac still needs a home
Franky (RADAR Dog Rescue, South Yorkshire)
Franky has so much love to give that everyone who knows him finds it incredible he’s been waiting in kennels for ages. He’s super affectionate, obedient and good with other dogs his size. He’s available to adopt or foster, as he desperately needs a home! 13/4/20 – Franky is still waiting
Basil (Rescue Remedies, Surrey)
Small and beautiful Basil is happy explore new places as well as keeping busy patrolling familiar ones. Once he bonds with you, he’s extremely affectionate and will roll over for tummy rubs and snuggle up to you whenever he can. Such a cutie! 13/4/20 – Basil still needs a home
Mike (Dogs Trust Newbury, Berkshire)
If you want to offer a home to a dog that no-one else seems to notice, you could be the person for Mike. He’s an energetic boy who loves playing fetch. He also loves cuddles. Mike will fill your life with fun if you just give him the chance… 13/4/20 – Mike still needs a home!
Chuckie (Greyhound Gap, Staffordshire)
Chuckie is a loyal Lurcher x Shepherd boy who gets overlooked because he is older, and yet he doesn’t act like an old dog at all. He likes children and he could live with a mature female dog. Chuckie’s so fed up of waiting in kennels – is he waiting for you? 13/4/20 – Chuckie still needs a home!