Gorgeous Rexx is a stunning Akita gent who loves being with people, cuddles and is more than happy to take a gentle stroll out and about. He’s big but gentle and loving. He would be so happy to find his forever sofa soon.
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.
Darcy (Rescue Remedies Dog Rescue, kennelled West Sussex)
Darcy is a gorgeouus Staffie Cross who is very friendly and placid. She enjoys a quiet stroll to help regain her waistline and walks nicely on the lead. She’s has a lovely nature and impeccable manners!
Manny (Safe Rescue, fostered Norfolk)
Manny is an affectionate, cheerful boy who is looking for an adult only home as an only pet. He’s good with other dogs outside but needs a really peaceful home. He carries physical and emotional scars from his past but is an absolute sweetie! Can you help him?
Doris (All Animals Rescue and Rehome, Essex)
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.
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!
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.
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.
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!
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?
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.
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!
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.
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!
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?
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.
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?
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.
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. 29/5/20 – Ellie 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. 29/5/20 – 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! 29/5/20 – Prince still needs a home
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! 29/5/20 – 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… 29/5/20 – Mike still needs a home!