Neo is a stunning German Shepherd who loves life and cuddles. He’s loyal, fun and affectionate. He would prefer to be the only pet in the home and can live with older children. Neo is always up for travel and adventures, so would make a wonderful 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.
Dino (Safe Rescue, fostered Marsham, Norfolk)
Delightful Dino is discovering the joys of a foster home after spending years in a Romanian shelter. He’s kind, gentle and loving with a tail that doesn’t stop wagging. He gets on well with other dogs and is good with children, but he has not been tested with cats. Could you be Dino’s special new person?
Lily (Halfway Home Dog Rescue, Nottinghamshire)
Lily is sure to brighten up the lives of her lucky new family. She is always thrilled to see you and have a fuss. She remains very active and would love new people who can take her on long walks. She’s dog-friendly too! What a good girl she is.
Simone (Halfway Home Dog Rescue, Nottinghamshire)
Simone is a friendly, loving little lady who gives the best kisses! She just wants to be with you and enjoy your company. She ticks the boxes of being dog and kid friendly and she is pretty cute too!
Arthur (Halfway Home Dog Rescue, Nottinghamshire)
Arthur is a placid, laid-back and lovely lad who would make a great companion. He can live with older children and is currently happily sharing his kennel with another dog. He enjoys a walk or a potter in the garden and doesn’t ask for much except love.
Sukie (Leash of Life, fostered Bristol)
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?
Bonnie (Ark Animal Rescue, fostered Lincolnshire)
Small and sweet, chocolate-coated Bonnie is a very pretty Cairn x Jack Russell who loves to sit on laps. She is looking for a new home due to her owner’s change of circumstances. Bonnie has Cushings and so the Ark will consider offers of a long-term foster home. Could you help Bonnie?
Charlie (Private Rescuer, Greater Manchester)
Charlie is utterly adorable! He’s big and soppy and just wants to love everyone. He needs to be the only pet at home but is great with older children. He likes a fuss and to be as close to you as possible, preferably snuggling up on the sofa!
Nani (Jerry Green Dog Rescue, South Lincolnshire)
Aw, what a sweet old girl! Beautiful Nani with her oversized ears and pretty eyebrows would love a nice quiet home to retire to. Please could you help her?
Forbes (Jerry Green Dog Rescue, North Yorkshire)
Forbes is a happy Springer Spaniel always ready to go out on adventures and playing with his tennis balls or squeaky toys. He’s looking for an active, adult home, possibly with teenagers who like to play too. He’s been socialising with dogs but can get anxious, so would like to be the only pet. He’s gorgeous.
Alfie (Isle Rescue, Doncaster, Yorkshire)
Patterdale Alfie is still a youngster at 7 and is looking for an active home as the only pet – he loves his walks and will play tug for ever. He’s affectionate and playful and can live with older children who like to play too!
Bella (Pro Dogs Direct, fostered Lincolnshire)
As a Jack Russell lady of more mature years, dear Bella is looking for a truly forever home to enjoy her twilight years. She loves cuddles on her own terms, like most terriers, and could live with another calm canine but no children or cats please. Bella just wants a peaceful life with someone to love her.
Jack (Ark Animal Rescue, Lincolnshire coast)
Jack the jolly Terrier loves all people and has previously lived with a cat, but not other dogs. He likes playing with his toys and is looking for an active home where any children are older. Jack is good in the home and can be left.
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!
Dollar (RSPCA Chesterfield Animal Centre)
Typical of the soft and soppy Staffy, Dollar is a lovely boy who enjoys lots of fuss and attention. He likes to play fetch and knows his commands. Dollar can live with children aged 8+ and another steady dog, but he has not been cat-tested. He’s waiting for you to take him home.
Bonnie and Bella (Leicester Animal Aid)
Bonnie and Bella are an adorable pair of Collie Cross sisters looking for a permanent foster home together in the Leicestershire area where their vet needs will be covered by the Rescue. They are a perfect couple for cuddles, travel, walks and even the vet is their friend! They can live with teenage children and possibly another dog.
Beautiful, Dutiful Billy! (Oldies Club, fostered Northamptonshire)
14/08/18 – No more applications please! Billy is a popular boy and has many lovely offers to choose from already!
Oh! My! Word! If you are a GSD fan and can’t resist the handsome long-haired variety, Billy might be the boy for you. He’s gorgeous in both looks and temperament. If you have a cat-free home and love GSDs, please read on…
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?
Peggy (Wonky Pets, fostered Derbyshire)
Pretty Peggy is a Border Collie who loves to play and to go on long walks. She can live with other dogs (as long as they respect her authority) and she’d be fine with teenage children. She’s a lively, friendly, engaging girl with a whole lot of love to offer!
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!
Flash (Pawprints to Freedom, fostered Nottinghamshire)
Friendly Flash with the unusual eyes is an all-round perfect boy who simply loves his cuddles, walks and playtime. He is currently living with another dog and a child and all get along splendidly. Flash would make a wonderful family pet.
Little Rio – fun and fluffy! (Oldies Club, fostered Derbyshire)
07/08/18 – Rio has been reserved to his foster carer!
Little Rio is a fun and playful chap who would like a home where he can enjoy playing ball and then have a good long snooze. He’d like to be your only pet but is happy to be around kind children aged about 8+. He’s a cutie!
Fifi (Jerry Green Dog Rescue, South Lincolnshire)
Sweet, affectionate and friendly Fifi is looking for a snoozing buddy in a quiet, adult home. She could live with another calm dog but no cats please. Fifi is house-trained, enjoys her walks but, most of all, loves chilling out in the sunshine or snuggling up.
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?
Sasha (Wonky Pets, fostered S. Birmingham)
Happy Sasha loves taking her human out for long walks in the country. She’s cool with other respectful dogs but super friendly with all the people she meets! She’s a solidly loyal and loving companion, with definite cuddly bear-like qualities.
Belle and Lucy (Dunroamin K9 Rescue, South Yorkshire)
Belle and Lucy are a lovely pair of affectionate ladies looking for a home together if possible as they love each other and Lucy gets stressed without Belle. They are easy to walk and are used to living with children. They would make great family pets.
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.
Marley (Ark Animal Rescue, Lincolnshire coast)
The cheeky grin belongs to Marley. He’s a real character and is perhaps plotting what he would do if he found a home where there was a cat. Needless to say, he can’t live with cats! He could live with a female dog though, if he liked her when they met. He’s a monkey!
Rosco (Safe Rescue, fostered Lincolnshire)
Cute little Rosco is shy of strangers but ever so loving and cuddly once he knows he can trust you! He is brilliant with other dogs, insisting he goes up to greet each one he sees. He’s a lively, quick witted, happy companion!
Holly and Roxanne (Dunroamin K9 Rescue, fostered Derbyshire)
Fans of Gogglebox can’t have failed to notice what fabulous dogs Rotties are. And here are Holly and Roxanne, a ready-made Rottie family to start off your collection! They’re great with people and dogs and only need gentle walks as Holly is 16 and Roxanne has arthritis. Bless!
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 very lively Springer lady 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 fabulous, friendly girl who can live with other dogs and with children aged 7 plus. She’s great around food and toys and she’s fine to be left on her own for a few hours. Do you need some Bubbles in your life?
Zara (Safe Rescue, fostered Great Yarmouth)
Lovely Zara is just so happy to be in a foster home enjoying doggy life after being shut in a shelter in Romania. She constantly has a smile and a wagging tail. Zara enjoys her walks, loves being around people and soon settles with other dogs. She will be absolutely thrilled to go to her own home finally.
Zak (Willowdale Farm, Cambs/Norfolk border)
Zak is a sweet-natured, gentle boy whose idea of heaven is pottering around, helping you with chores and gardening. He’s great with other dogs but will chase cats. Could you offer Zak a home where he will be able to spend most of the day with you?
Loving lady Daisy! (Oldies Club, fostered Notts)
Adorable Daisy loves people, other dogs, fuss and food. Despite being deficient in the teeth department, she can wallop down sausages like a good’un! Walks are, of course, super fun but she’s also happy just being in your company. She likes a cuddle and is the perfect size for any lap!
Molly (via Senior Staffy Club, Bedfordshire)
Clever Molly is a friendly girl who enjoys performing the tricks she has been taught – as you can see in her video… Could you offer her a fun, active home with lots of cuddles?
Boots (Senior Staffy Club, fostered Worcestershire)
12/7/18 – Reserved!! Everyone please cross their fingers for this very special boy!
Do you love staffies and want to help a particularly deserving one? Then please consider Boots! After 6 years in another rescue’s kennels, poor Boots was so bored and stressed that he chewed all his teeth away. Sob!! Now with SSC, Boots just wants love and cuddles.
Smiling Milo! (Oldies Club, fostered Herefordshire)
That gorgeous smile belongs to Milo, a happy and friendly chap who would love a home where he can go for good walks and spend plenty of quality time with you. He’d be happy to have a canine chum too. Isn’t he handsome?!
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. All she needs now… is you!
Franky (RADAR Dog Rescue, South Yorkshire)
Franky is a real gem of a dog – part Greyhound, part Bullbreed. He’s ever so bright and affectionate! It takes him a little while to trust but once he does, he the most fun, loyal, obedient boy you could hope to meet. He will make the best of friends for someone very lucky!
Tiny, lovely Tiger-Lily! (Oldies Club, fostered Oxfordshire)
White-muzzled, fuzzy-eyebrowed Tiger-Lily is a real little character! She drags her bed around until she finds the best spot, she walks calmly past other dogs but will tell them off if they get too close and she’s trained her foster carers to play catch with each other, so she can have fun watching them! Please share her page!
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?
Sunny (Kama’s Cave Greyhound Sanctuary, Lincolnshire)
Sunny by name, sunny by nature. This big, beautiful Greyhound girl is cheerful and playful. She would dearly 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!
Spot (Wythall Animal Rescue, West Midlands)
Little Spot has three legs, and they are perfectly sufficient for him to get out and about and enjoy life. He is a fabulous terrier character and needs a new person to love. Spot is also available to foster where his veterinary costs would be covered by the rescue. Could Spot be your new friend?
Jessie (Cheltenham Animal Shelter)
You can rely on Jessie to follow you around in case you need his help. He likes a bit of fuss but isn’t demanding. It’s thought he won’t necessarily need walks, just a secure garden. Jessie’s only ambition in life is to be your stalwart companion!
Misha (Ashbourne Animal Welfare, Derbyshire)
Misha is wearing her heart on her paw in the hope of finding someone to love her. She’s a gorgeous big girl with ambitions of being a lapdog! She also loves toys and will greet you with a teddy. If that sounds like your idea of heaven, perhaps you could offer Misha the home she’s been waiting for?
Alfie (Leicester Animal Aid)
Happy, loyal Cocker Spaniel Alfie is looking for his forever home where he can enjoy grooming and pampering. He would prefer to be the only canine, but he would not mind a female feline friend and teenage children to play with. He’s rather adorable and irresistible.
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.
Mitchell (Boxer and Bully Saviours, fostered South Yorkshire)
Sweet old Mitchell is looking for a nice quiet home where he can put up his paws and relax. He’s 13 years old so deserves some peace and quiet in his golden years. Mitchell is a lovely old boy who gets along with children of all ages and can even live with cats!
Scooby (Ark Animal Rescue, Lincolnshire coast)
Gorgeous Scooby needs a quiet home where he can enjoy chewing on a marrowbone and having a cuddle on the sofa. He enjoys walks so you’ll need to be fairly active. Due to past ill-treatment, Scooby has a fear of being touched around the neck, poor lad.
Charlie (Teckels Animal Sanctuaries, Gloucestershire)
This cute, little Terrier mix has had a rough start in life and needs a little help in his new home. Charlie loves his toys and food and quiet strolls as he doesn’t like noise. He is looking for an adult, terrier-experienced home without any pets though he doesn’t mind walking pals. Can you help Charlie?
Levi (Boxer and Bully Saviours, fostered South Yorkshire)
Levi is a gentle Mastiff who has such a lovely nature. He’s so sad that his family were made homeless and is desperately seeking a new forever home. Levi is such a snuggly and respectful chap who is great with children and can live with dogs.
Yoshi (Friends of Akitas Trust, Derbyshire)
Stunning 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 enjoys learning new things, but more than anything, Yoshi loves human company and cuddles. Don’t you want a big, fluffy bear of a best friend?
Hatchikas (Suki’s Canine Rescue Crew, fostered Coventry )
Irresistibly gorgeous and seriously fluffy, Hatchikas is an Akita lady. She’s sweet and gentle, eager to please and follow commands, especially where treats are involved. Hatchikas is great with older children and could live with a compatible male. 17/6/18 – Hatchikas still needs a home!
Buster (Freshfields Animal Rescue, Liverpool)
Snuggle-boy Buster is ever so soppy and docile almost all the time. 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! 11/6/18 – Buster is still waiting!
Jojo (Safe Rescue, fostered Norfolk)
Depressed and battered by his life in Romania, poor Jojo hardly moved from his bed of damp straw. But now he’s enjoying some home comforts and can’t wait to find a forever home. Jojo is loyal, kind natured and loves everyone. Could you fill his retirement with all the fuss and cuddles he deserves? 11/6/18 – Jojo still needs a home!
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? 10/6/18 – 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. 10/6/18 – Albert’s still waiting!
Bailey (Ark Animal Rescue, Lincolnshire coast)
Gorgeous Bailey needs a home where he can spend all day with you. He’d be perfect if you have horses and love the outdoors. He’s good with dogs and can live with children who are big enough to not be knocked over when he’s feeling bouncy. Bailey is desperate to find a special person to love. 10/6/18 – Bailey still needs a home!
Lillie (Oxfordshire Animal Sanctuary)
10 year old, sweetie girl 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. 10/6/18 – Lillie still needs a home!
Silvio (Safe Rescue, kennelled Norfolk)
Silvio’s had a hard life and is so desperate to be loved that he cuddles right in to you so earnestly. Could you offer Silvio his elusive new home? 10/6/18 – Cuddly Silvio is still waiting!
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. 10/6/18 – Ruben is still waiting!
Chouquette and Donnie (Terrier SOS, Norfolk)
Adorable Chouquette and Donnie are a pair of Fox Terriers who met up in rescue and became each other’s strength after a difficult life. They must be rehomed together in a rural area where they have a secure garden. They are people and dog friendly but cannot live with young children or small furries. They are the sweetest pair who deserve a good life. 1/6/18 – Still waiting for a loving home!
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? 10/6/18 – 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…
10/6/18 – Gorgeous Bluebell is still waiting for a home!
Cooper (Freshfields Animal Rescue, Liverpool)
Super Cooper is a snuggly boy once he trusts you, but that trust takes time to build. He’s definitely worth the effort because not only is he gorgeous, playful and affectionate, he’s also extremely bright! He even keeps a diary which you can read a thrilling extract of… 9/6/18 – Gorgeous Cooper is still waiting for someone to take him home with them!
Chuckie (Greyhound Gap, Staffordshire)
If you are looking for a devoted older dog that loves walks, then look no further! 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? 10/6/18 – Chuckie still needs a home!