Foxy is super friendly, affectionate and just loves fuss and attention despite being found living under a car. So calm and gentle, he is great with other dogs and can live with older children. He’s such a loveable boy who truly deserves a forever home.
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.
Levi (Blue Cross Bromsgrove, West Midlands)
Levi has so much love to give, but that love is sadly going to waste while he waits in rescue. Levi can live with school age children and will be happy to give big slobbery kisses to anyone that wants them. Who could resist that grey face!
Sid (Safe Rescue, fostered Norfolk)
Dear Sid is a quiet and thoughtful chap looking for his forever retirement home after spending years in a Romanian shelter. He is currently living with children, dogs and a cat, but they don’t really fit into his dream of a quiet life. He just wishes for a peaceful life.
Eloise (Safe Rescue, fostered Norfolk)
Adorable Sheltie Cross, Eloise, is looking for love after a life of struggle. She’s friendly and affectionate and she would fit nicely into most home environments. She enjoys her walks and gets on with other dogs. All she wants is affection and to put all her worries behind her.
Lenny (Safe Rescue, fostered Norfolk)
10/10/2018 Happy news that Lenny is now reserved and had many enquiries after being seen on the Oldies Club.
Lenny is just another little black dog that no-one notices, but his lovely temperament does set him apart. He’s a friendly boy who loves people, adores children and enjoys playing with other dogs. He just loves to soak up all the fuss he’s missed out on until now.
Misha (Ashbourne Animal Welfare, Derbyshire)
Big, beautiful, bear-like Misha gives substantial cuddles! She’s extremely soppy and kind of fluffy too. Good with children, especially if they like playing football as much as her. She loves her toys and greets people with a teddy! Her gentle nature and loving heart make her the perfect family dog.
Jasper (South Yorkshire ESS Rescue)
Jasper, a gorgeous Springer, loves being out and about and playing ball. He has poor eyesight which makes him wary of dogs he doesn’t know, especially bouncy ones. Could you offer him a home where he can be with you most of the day?
Oliver & Charlie (South Yorkshire ESS Rescue)
Oliver and Charlie are sociable Spaniels who need to find a new home together. They will enjoy going out with you for lovely long walks and providing you with lots of spaniel-style entertainment. Could you help them?
Brad (Safe Rescue, fostered Norfolk)
Brilliant Brad is a charming, little lap dog and a wonderful, calm companion in the home. Perfect little Terrier that he is, he is brilliant with other dogs, great with children and even okay with cats. Anyone would be so lucky to give this lovely lad his forever home.
Lizzie (Safe Rescue, fostered Norfolk)
Lovely Lizzie is a quiet, shy Crossbreed lady who is starting to enjoy the good life after years in a Romanian shelter. She’s affectionate and sweet and gets along with other dogs. She’s never had the finer things in life and it’s now time she made up for all that.
Jessie (Cheltenham Animal Shelter)
Charming, cheerful Jessie is a Lab cross who just wants a quiet life and good company. He’s so laid back, he doesn’t even need walks these days. Garden time and lots of snuggling in his bed time is all he asks for. Please share Jessie’s page to help him find his retirement home!
Leo (Freshfields Animal Rescue, Liverpool)
Cute and quirky little Leo is happy meeting other dogs on walks but wants to be the only pet at home. He will protect you from the postman and alert you to the doorbell ringing, before being a fuss-loving softie with anyone who comes in!
Jojo (Safe Rescue, fostered Norfolk)
Gentle, friendly Jojo is hoping for a relaxing retirement home with a daily walk, a sunny garden and lots of love! He’s good with other dogs and children, and is altogether a lovely, attentive old boy who mostly likes to snooze in good company. Please help Jojo by sharing his page!
Alice (Rain Rescue, South Yorkshire)
Attentive, loving, cheerful girl Alice will always put a smile on your face! Apart from being a doting companion, wrangling tennis balls is the main focus of her existence. She can live with another friendly dog, but must get her tennis ball time!
Gypsy (Dogs Trust Merseyside, Liverpool)
Collie cross Gypsy is looking for a loving home where she’ll always have company. She’s brilliant with other dogs and would be thrilled to find a home with her best friend Bonnie, or with some new dog friends. Gypsy is very bright, playful and adorable!
Bonnie (Dogs Trust Merseyside, Liverpool)
Bonnie’s happy place is snuggled up on someone’s lap! She loves company, both human and other dogs, so she’s ideally suited to a family home. Comings and goings, fun and good company are Bonnie’s idea of living!
Rolo (Dogs Trust Merseyside, Liverpool)
Rolo is so stunning, he looks like a painting, doesn’t he?! He can live with older children and is OK about walking passed other quiet dogs outside, but wants to be an only pet at home. He’s friendly with everyone and really affectionate with anyone offering fuss!
Tara (Dogs Trust Merseyside, Liverpool)
Beautiful Tara wants a quiet life with gentle, pottering walks and lots of lounging in the sunshine! She’s good with other dogs outside but wants to be the only pet at home. She loves fuss, especially sofa cuddles!
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 2 years! He’s super affectionate, obedient and good with other dogs his size. He’s available to adopt or foster, as he desperately needs a proper home!
Dudley (Leicester Animal Aid)
Always ready for travel and adventure, Dudley is an active and entertaining Spaniel/Staffy boy who gets the best out of life. He loves his food too much to share and so needs an adult, pet-free home. He’d love the chance to show you what fun he is to have around.
Jack (Private Rehoming, Suffolk)
Happy, busy, affectionate little Jack is the ideal companion for an active retired person with Terrier experience. He wants to be the only pet at home as he’s used to being the centre of attention. Rightly so, as he’s such a character. Small, jolly and always on-hand to help!
Marcus (Dunroamin K9 Rescue, South Yorkshire)
Marcus is a typical lovely Labrador who was sadly found as a stray. He’s proving to be a great lad who knows basic commands and has been fine with other dogs he has met and out walking. He’d make a great companion for a lucky person.
Eric (Rehoming Animal Telephone Service, Hertfordshire)
Eric will follow you about all day, in case you need his help, and hop onto your lap whenever possible! He’s a dear little soul who’s good with other small dogs and a lovely companion both in the home and out on adventures. Need a lap warmer?
Tommy (German Shepherd Dog Rescue, Oxfordshire)
Tommy is the perfect family dog! He’s good with other dogs, children and cats. He’s a big, loving, biddable boy with a shiny heart.
Sukie (Leash of Life, fostered Somerset)
Sweet Sukie would like a home with another dog for her to interact and play with. She’s shy with strangers but very loving when she knows you. Sukie needs to get used to being walked on a lead – would you be happy to help her with this?
Bruno (Senior Staffy Club, fostered Gloucester)
Bruno is a cuddly boy who will probably always behave like a puppy! He loves to play, with toys and with other dogs he meets, and does regular 5 minute zoomy episodes which are hilarious! Apart from fun and then naps, he mostly wants snuggles!
Milo (RADAR Dog Rescue, South Yorkshire)
Milo is a very handsome boy who is looking for a quiet, adult home with Akita-experienced owners. He is very loving and he forms a strong bond with his people. Milo walks beautifully on the lead and will do anything for treats!
Teona (Safe Rescue, fostered Norfolk)
Teona loves a bit of lap time! She also loves her walks but they don’t have to be long ones, as she has really short legs. She’s looking for a female owner with no children at home, who she can devote herself to forever!
Bonnie (Staffordshire Bull Terrier Rescue, Cambridgeshire)
Bonnie is fully snuggle trained and would be happy to demonstrate her prowess on your sofa! She is dreaming of being someone’s little staffy princess – could you make Bonnie’s dream come true?
Lola (Wonky Pets, fostered S. Birmingham)
Thoroughly lovely Lola is looking for a quiet home where any children are 12 or over. She’s shy with people until she knows they’re trustworthy… then she’s a big soppy-head! Good with other dogs, she’d love to live with one or more. Life is more jolly in a pack!
Bonnie (Bath Cats and Dogs Home)
Bonnie is a shy girl who loves a fuss once she knows you, and is clever, obedient and playful. She needs a quiet home, with a single owner, where she is your only pet. Bonnie is not too bothered about walks, especially in summer, so would like a nice garden and simply to be your very best friend. Could you help Bonnie?
Thor (Safe Rescue, fostered Great Yarmouth)
Sadly, Thor has a story or hardship and fear in Romania, but he’s overcoming his past life and blossoming into a happy chap who’s discovering a new life in the UK. He would like to live with one or two other dogs but needs some space of his own. Please read his story and see if you could perhaps help him.
Ella (Animal Helpline, Cambridgeshire)
Ella is a sweet and wonderful lady who would be your best friend. She was a little timid and unsure, but now she enjoys her walks and a fuss. An adult home with a confident canine companion and time to settle in would be ideal for her.
Colin (Animal Helpline, Cambridgeshire)
It’s Colin’s turn for a comfortable home after loyally spending years on the streets with his owner. He needs a roof over his head and a warm bed now. He’s an affectionate boy and totally committed to his humans. Colin can live with other dogs but is not used to living with children or cats. Can you help Colin?
Snow White (Safe Rescue, fostered Great Yarmouth)
After a tragic past and many years wasted, beautiful Collie Cross Snow White seems to understand that there’s nothing but good times ahead now. Although still a little wary, she’s enjoying a fuss and loves her walks. She’s a courageous girl who just needs the loving home she’s never had and truly deserves now. Please read her story.
Loyal and Fabulous Flash! (Oldies Club, fostered Lincolnshire)
Fabulous Flash loves to play football and have a zoom around the garden. He also loves his walks. And, once he’s had his exercise, Flash is happy to relax while you go out – he could even live with full-time workers. Loyal Flash just needs someone to love!
Pretty Springy Milly! (Oldies Club, fostered Lincolnshire)
Milly is a lively Springer who would love a home with children to play with. She’s good with dogs, and possibly cats too. Milly doesn’t like to be left on her own and will bark to let you know – Milly’s deaf though so she thinks she’s only whispering!
Bubbles (East Anglia Dog Rescue, Suffolk)
Bubbles is a lovely friendly girl who can live with other dogs and with children – even young children. She’s great around food and toys and is fine to be left on her own for a few hours. Do you need some Bubbles in your life?
JJ (Poodles In Need, fostered Oxfordshire)
JJ’s nature matches his adorable looks. He’s good with dogs and cats and would love a fun home where he will have wonderful walkies. Could you help?
Misha (Safe Rescue, fostered Norfolk)
Misha is making up for lost time. After two years in a shelter in Romania she now spends her days feeling cherished, surrounded by other friendly dogs and going on joyous walks where she revels in the sunshine and rolls in the long grass. 2/9/18 – Misha still needs a home!
Bella ball-a Bella! (Oldies Club, fostered Northamptonshire)
Beautiful Bella loves playing ball and generally spending time in the garden. She also enjoys a cuddle on the sofa. Could you offer Bella a wonderful life full of fun times and frolics? 2/9/18 – Bella still needs a home!
Sunny (Kama’s Cave Greyhound Sanctuary, Lincolnshire)
Sunny by name and by nature. This big, pretty Greyhound girl is cheerful and playful. She would love to have a human and a sofa to call her own. She always looks elegant, even when lounging around, which she intends to do a lot! 2/9/18 – Sunny still needs a home!
Spot (Wythall Animal Rescue, West Midlands)
Little Spot’s three legs are perfectly sufficient for him to get out and about and enjoy life. He has a fabulous character and needs a new person to love. Spot is also available to foster and his veterinary costs would be covered by the rescue. 2/9/18 – Spot still needs a home!
Shrimp (Dunroamin K9 Rescue, fostered Yorkshire)
Super Shrimp has a sunny, sociable nature. He’d love to live with at least one other dog as he’s used to living with five! He enjoys home comforts and good company. He’ll be a wonderful addition to any family. 2/9/18 – Shrimp still needs a home!
Levi (Boxer and Bully Saviours, fostered South Yorkshire)
Levi is a gentle Mastiff who has a lovely nature. He’s sad that his family were made homeless and he is seeking a new forever home. Levi is such a snuggly and respectful chap who is great with children and can live with dogs. 2/9/18 – Levi still needs a home
Yoshi (Friends of Akitas Trust, Derbyshire)
Yoshi is your best friend in waiting. His name means good luck in Japanese and he is a true good luck charm with his affectionate, gentle nature. He is an intelligent boy who loves human company and cuddles. Do you want a big, fluffy bear of a best friend? 1/9/18 – Still waiting!
Buster (Freshfields Animal Rescue, Liverpool)
Snuggle-boy Buster is ever so soppy. Sometimes though his exuberance cannot be contained and he needs to express his ecstasy… by charging about and ripping up one of his toys. He’s funny, responsive and extremely cuddly! 1/9/18 – Buster is still waiting!
Jessie (Ardley Rescue Kennels, Oxfordshire)
Gorgeous Jessie is good with dogs and children and still has plenty of energy for a game. She also loves cuddles and affection. Jessie sounds perfect! Could you offer her a home within 30 miles of Bicester? 1/9/18 – Jessie still needs a home!
Albert (Leicester Animal Aid)
This glossy black Labrador/Rottweiler is known as Albert Einstein as he’s one wise gentleman. He’s affectionate, loyal and has a heart of gold. He loves life and travel plus the odd cuddle or two. Albert is looking for an adult home as the only pet as he loves his food and does not like to share. 1/9/18 – Albert’s still waiting!
Lillie (Oxfordshire Animal Sanctuary)
10 year old Lillie has been in kennels since she was 5. That’s right, 5 years in kennels. “Why?!” – we hear you cry. Well, um… because she needs to be an only pet and she’s yet another Staffy? “But surely there’s lots of people she’d be perfect for!” – We couldn’t agree more. 2/9/18 – Lillie still needs a home!
Ruben (Dunroamin K9 Rescue, Yorkshire)
Ruben has been patiently waiting in kennels for months, making the most of any human contact that comes his way. He’s a very good and loving boy who adores people and even gets on with cats! Big, soft and cuddly Ruben is desperate to be loved again. 2/9/18 – Ruben is still waiting!
Buddy (Oxfordshire Animal Sanctuary)
And the award for the oldie with the longest tongue… goes… to… Buddy!!
And the award for the oldie with the pointiest ears… goes… to… Buddy!!
Could you offer award-winning Buddy an experienced home where he will be your only pet? 1/9/18 – Buddy is still waiting!
Bluebell (Freshfields Animal Rescue, Liverpool)
While browsing Oldies for an hour,
My wandering glances fell
Upon a little trembling flower,
A single sweet Bluebell…
2/9/18 – Gorgeous Bluebell is still waiting for a home!
Chuckie (Greyhound Gap, Staffordshire)
Chuckie is a loyal Lurcher x Shepherd boy who gets overlooked because he is older, and yet he really 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? 2/9/18 – Chuckie still needs a home!