Henry is a handsome Crossbreed who is really the most loving dog and could be an amazing companion with some guidance, love and patience. He would be best living as the only pet in an adult home with a secure garden and lots of lovely walks.
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.
Taurus (RSPCA Tameside & Glossop, Gtr. Manchester)
Taurus is a big, steady boy who gets on with other dogs on walks, is good with older children and has lived with a cat before. He loves long walks, pottering in the garden and just chillin’ with his people.
Poppy (Chilterns Dog Rescue Society, Herts.)
Pretty Polly is such a friendly and happy Jack Russell Cross lady who is still active and loves her daily walks. She’s fine with dogs out and about but would prefer to be the only pet. She’s looking for a quiet home where any children are older visitors.
Billy & Buddy – best buddy Beagles! (Oldies Club, fostered Norfolk)
BILLY & BUDDY ARE OUR OLD DOGS OF THE WEEK!
Billy and his younger best friend Buddy are a devoted Beagle duo who love to be together. They even sleep together in their bed at night! They need a cat-free home with a nice garden. Billy and Buddy love walks and food.
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Peggy Pickles (Wonky Pets Rescue, fostered Shropshire)
8/8/22 – Now reserved!
Peggy Pickles needs a terrier-experienced, adult-only home who will be hands-off with her until she trusts you. She loves long walks so needs active owners. PP needs to be your only dog but is OK with them when out.
Gem (Forest of Dean Dog Rescue, Gloucestershire)
Gem is a beautiful Collie who loves her people, walks well on a lead and is good in the car. She also enjoys playing ball. She could possibly be rehomed with a male dog around her size but no cats please, and any children in the home should be aged 14+.
Leila (Safe Rescue, fostered London)
**Reserved**
Leila is a little star! She’s a cheerful, outgoing, loving lady and the perfect companion. She gets on with other dogs on walks but wants to be the only pet at home. She loves people and she loves fuss. Sofa snuggles are essential.
Soppy Staffie Alfie! (Oldies Club, fostered Essex)
Alfie is an adorable Staffie Cross who is loving, playful and likes lots of attention. He’s fine with dogs out and about but would suit a pet-free home for all the love he so enjoys. Alfie is fine with older, dog-savvy children as he can be strong. Have you got enough love for Alfie?
Jasper (Safe Rescue, fostered Norfolk)
Darling Jasper is an adventurous Terrier but his past experiences have left him hand shy with strangers. Once he does trust you, he’s a soppy, treat-loving sweetie. He would like to live with other dogs but not cats or children. He’s super fun and walkies are his favourite thing!
Buster (Animal Action Trust, fostered Essex)
Buster is a cute and cuddly Jack Russell Cross whose owner sadly passed away. He loves all things in the home, especially cuddles and a space on the sofa. Buster is used to visiting children but needs a pet-free home with a nice garden for playtime.
Tracy (Safe Rescue, fostered Norfolk)
Tracy gets on really well with other dogs and needs a home with at least one other, preferably more! She’s shy and feels most comfortable as part of a pack. She doesn’t need much exercise, especially if the weather’s not good. She’s easy-going and undemanding not to mention beautiful!
Chester Bulldog – “Oh yes”! (Oldies Club, fostered South Wales)
Chester has a fabulous Bulldog character and will be a fun friend for his new owners. He doesn’t want to be around young children, likes to keep away from other dogs, and he will chase cats. Chester loves a game of find-the-treat!
Maud (Safe Rescue, fostered Norfolk)
Pretty Maud would like a home with at least one other dog. She can live with children from age 10 but she’s a bit shy so they’ll need to give her space to start with. She enjoys fuss and loves food! Walkies with her doggy friends is her favourite thing!
Chyna (Lurcher Link, West Yorkshire)
Beautiful Chyna is a big strong girl who’s waited far too long for a home. She is loving and obedient, but very powerful and will easily knock over a frail person when she gets giddy, so needs a home with sturdy adults only, as your only pet.
Ella (Leicester Animal Aid)
Ella is a lovely, easy-going Labrador lady who loves to play and go on walks. She would enjoy living in a teenage home as the only pet but is happy meeting dogs out and about. She’s a real sweetie.
Ricky (Safe Rescue, fostered Norfolk)
Ricky is a really easy dog to have around and he’s a funny character. He’s always lived with other dogs and wants a home with at least one canine friend. He can live with dog savvy cats too. He likes a fuss, a gentle walk and to be talked to.
Ralph (Leicester Animal Aid)
Ralph is a very handsome and chatty Husky boy who likes to be kept busy and go on lovely walks followed by chilling on the sofa. He needs a home as the only pet with a secure garden and older teenagers. Ralph is sociable with other dogs but will not share his toys and food.
Rio (Leicester Animal Aid)
Lovely Lurcher Rio is a typical sofa monster who loves lots of cuddles. He could live with a similar size dog but no other small animals as he has a high prey drive. Children over 10 years are welcome to run around with, then it’s sofa time.
Winston (Rescue Remedies, Surrey)
Winston is basically Winnie-The-Pooh in dog form. He’s steady, plodding, cuddly and loves treats. He gets on with other dogs but wants to be the only pet at home. He’s gentle and easy-going, wanting very little from life…just walkies, comfort, food and love!
Missy (RSPCA Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire)
Missy is a sweet girl who is fine with relaxed dogs and could live with a calm male dog of a similar age. She might need further training so you’ll need to be happy to help Missy settle in her own time. She could live with teenagers but not cats.
Jake (RSPCA Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire)
Sweet Jake arrived in rescue via an RSPCA inspector. He’s a lovely lad who is great with children but needs a home as your only pet. Do you have dog experience and the love and patience to allow Jake to settle and give him any training he might need?
Holly (RSPCA West Hatch, Somerset)
Holly is a loving and active Terrier who would make a wonderful companion in an adult and pet-free home. After a good walk or playing with her toys, she loves cuddling up on the sofa with you. She knows lots of commands and is always keen to learn.
Bonnie (Foal Farm Animal Rescue, Kent)
Once Bonnie trusts you, she will be your faithful companion forever. She wants to be an only pet in an adult-only home. She likes her food warmed up, she likes to snuggle up to you in the evenings and she loves walkies!
Bobby (Foal Farm Animal Rescue, Kent)
Bobby is a big character in a little body. He’s a Chihuahua X Jack Russell so he has strongly held views on some things and a talent for fun. He could live with another small dog but not cats or children. He’s a super fun, quirky companion!
Baxter (Foal Farm Animal Rescue, Kent)
This magnificent bear of a dog is as loveable as he looks. He loves fuss, being brushed and food! He’s fine with other dogs on walks but wants to be an only pet at home and he would rather avoid children altogether. Peace, comfort, love and treats for Baxter please!
Champ (RSPCA Macclesfield, fostered Cheshire)
Champ the Wonder Dog is a soppy Staffy lad who offers an abundance of love and affection to everyone. He’s mad about his walks and also sitting at the window watching the world go by. He needs to be the only pet in the home for all that lovely attention and cuddling.
Hughie (Senior Staffy Club, kennelled Stoke-on-Trent)
Hughie is a super friendly boy who loves cuddles and tummy rubs! He’s very bright and obsessed with food so it’s easy to teach him new tricks. He wants to be an only pet in an adult (maybe with teenagers) home with a good garden and he wants lots of walkies!
Kira (Forgotten Souls Rescue, fostered Coventry)
Sadly, Kira was found as a stray after being run over by a tractor. She’s looking for a quiet home but is still sprightly and likes her walks and play. Kira is used to living with other dogs and cats, but can also be the only pet in an adult home. It’s time she found her forever home.
Phoenix (South East Dog Rescue, Kent)
Sadly found as a stray, Phoenix is living up to his name as a friendly super star and happy boy who loves to greet everyone he meets. He needs a pet-free home where any children are aged 13+ and where there is a garden for him to relax and chill in. Isn’t he adorable?
Kaizer (On the Way Home Dog Rescue, Northampton)
Kaizer is very much in tune with his people and is so gentle around children and the elderly. He might push his luck unless there’s a confident head of household though! He’s scared of dogs so needs further socialisation and training.
Toby (On the Way Home Dog Rescue, Montgomery)
Toby is an energetic, fun-loving spaniel, but needs experienced owners who will respect his dislike of being overly fussed, or approached when in his bed. He’s good with dogs but needs a child-free home.
Charlie (On the Way Home Dog Rescue, Derby)
Charlie is a lovely lad who enjoys being around people and other dogs. He loves walks and adventures and still has plenty of energy. Could you offer this fun boy a fab home?
Mika (Rescue Remedies, Surrey)
Mika is a proper Terrier in that he’s super affectionate with his friends, amusingly busy on walks and will chase anything small and quick. He can live with other dogs but definitely not cats! He’s cheerful, loving and always entertaining. He just needs to know he truly belongs again.
Nico and Nala (On the Way Home Rescue, Wales)
Nico and Nala are a pair of American Bulldogs needing a loving home together. They are friendly, clever and just the sweetest doggy duo ever. They are good with all people and dogs but not used to cats. Nico and Nala are two wonderful characters!
Maureen (Animal Adoption International, fostered S. London)
Collie Cross Maureen is a lovely girl who enjoys a cuddle once you knows you. She needs a home with a resident male dog to play with. You must have a secure garden. Maureen is unused to cats and children so needs a home without them.
Biscoff (Love Underdogs, Essex)
Sweet as his name implies, Biscoff is a beautiful boy looking for a home in a quiet area where he can enjoy adventures in nature. He needs an adult home as your only dog. No cats. Good in the car, great with dogs out and about, Biscoff’s a star!
Dooley (Love Underdogs, Essex)
Dooley is a lovely lad who needs plenty of time to get to know you. He’s full of enthusiasm and character and has the most amazing ears. He needs a home in a quiet area. Dooley can live with cats, and possibly a female dog, but not children.
Scarlett (Love Underdogs, Essex)
Scarlett is a beautiful girl who loves to relax and take in the sights and sounds around her. She enjoys having a group of doggy pals, but doesn’t want to share her home with dogs, cats or children. She’s such a special old girl who will enrich your life.
Kiki (Safe Rescue, fostered Norwich)
Kiki is a sweet and cheerful Crossbreed despite a hard life on a puppy farm. She needs a loving home with another dog for company, enjoys short walks and is enjoying life in a foster home.
Prince (South East Dog Rescue, Kent)
This gorgeous boy has a noble soul and is willing to love despite having been let down by humans before. He does take his time to trust and needs an owner who will let him take things at his own pace. He wants peace, comfort and fuss on his terms.
Stan (Safe Rescue, fostered Norwich)
**Reserved**
Once shy Stan trusts you, he will wag his little stumpy tail and he is a sweet and friendly boy. He’s good on the lead and enjoys his walks. He could live with a calm, female dog and promises to be a wonderful member of your family.
Tyson (RSPCA Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire)
Tyson is a sweet, soppy and loving Staffy boy who would love to be in his own home again. He’s looking for experienced owners, a couple of nice walks a day and lots of affection. Tyson needs to be the only pet and can live with teenage children.
Ace (All Dogs Matter, North London)
Effortlessly lovely, Ace is a real sweetie who wants a peaceful retirement as an only pet where any children are teenage and dog savvy. He loves walks in the countryside and wants a good garden to potter in. Comfort and love make Ace a happy boy!
Harley (Jerry Green, South Lincolnshire)
Sweet Harley is looking for a quiet home in a quiet area. His ideal would be a female-only household as he finds men a bit scary. Could you offer him a home as your only pet, with a nice secure garden to enjoy?
Bruce (RSPCA Crewe, Nantwich and District Branch)
Bruce is a friendly, affectionate chap, looking for an adult home as your only pet. He’s partially deaf but you’ll just need to use visual cues and be vigilant to keep him safe. You’ll need a garden and access to quiet walks where Bruce won’t meet lots of dogs.
Flossy (Safe Rescue, fostered Norwich)
Flossy is a pretty Collie type Cross and is a quiet, sweet little girl who now enjoys her walks and likes a fuss. She’s looking for a quiet household with no children under 10 and needs the company of a similar natured dog for confidence.
Lily (Safe Rescue, fostered Tyne & Wear)
Fluffy, playful but timid at times, Lily would like a retirement home with at least one other dog and no children. She loves walks so much, she’s like a puppy at the outset. She’s shy at first and especially nervous of men but once she does trust, she’s adorable!
Rufus (Dogs Trust Merseyside)
Rufus is a big, strong Labrador who loves his toys SO much! In fact, he loves them SO much that he will only be rehomed to an adult-only home. He’s fine with other dogs if there are no toys around, but does need to be your only pet.
Coco (Dogs Trust Merseyside)
Coco is a lovely gentle boy who enjoys his walks. He gets along with dogs but would be best suited to being the only pet in a home where any children are older. He would make a wonderful companion for anyone looking for a pal.
Petros (Hungary Hearts Dog Rescue, fostered Bucks)
Saved from a Hungarian kill shelter, Petros is a sweet and cuddly Pomeranian mix who loves all the attention and TLC he can get. He gets on well with other dogs and is looking for a kind and loving forever home … just what he deserves.
Buster (Dogs Trust Merseyside)
Buster has the wiggliest bum! When he sees his carers he runs for his blanket and stands with it, like a puppy, presenting it. Handsome Buster would like a home as your only dog but can live with children aged 13+.
Drifter (Safe Rescue, fostered Norwich)
Drifter was rescued from years of a hard life in a Romanian shelter and can be a bit cantankerous though mostly, he is a cheerful soul who even enjoys a fuss and a bum scratch. He can live with dogs and older children but has not been cat-tested. Can you give Drifter the loving home he now deserves?
Riza (Bid To Save A Stray, fostered Worcestershire)
Venerable on the outside, playful of the inside, Riza is a big character who loves affection. She likes her toys, long walks in the countryside and she can take any amount of fuss! She wants to be an only pet in an adult-only home and she wants love!
Tessa (Animal Adoption International, fostered Stratford-upon-Avon)
Sweet, playful Tessa needs a home with another fun-loving dog. She adores walks and is very active so you will need to be able to go for good walks to keep her happy. She’s not been tested with cats or children, so a home without them please.
Bella (Leicester Animal Aid)
Sweet Bella is a cute Jack Russell/Papillon Cross who knows what she likes. She’s sprightly and loves being out and about and can’t get enough of squeaky toys. Bella would like an experienced, adult-only home as the only pet for all that fuss and attention.
Prinny (Jerry Green, South Lincolnshire)
Prinny is a sweet Spaniel Cross who is frightened of the world. She needs an adult home in a quiet area. If you’re child- and pet-free and don’t have visiting dogs or children, you could be the person she’s waiting to meet (a few times before going home).
Loyal Pooch Hooch! (Oldies Club, fostered Middlesex)
Hunky Hooch is described as a beautiful inside and out Dogue de Bordeaux. He loves human company and is an affectionate boy who enjoys lots of tummy rubs, playing with his squeaky toys, walks and exploring. Hooch would like a quiet home as an only pet where any children are older.
Snowdrop (All Dogs Matter, North London)
**Reserved**
Adorable Snowdrop is such a sweet Bichon Frise who was rescued from a puppy farm. She would like someone around for most of the day and could live with children aged 12+. Snowdrop needs the company of another similar dog and direct access to a garden.
Defa (Dogs Trust Merseyside, Liverpool)
Happy, handsome Defa is a fun lad who loves walks and playtime. He’d like to be your only pet but can live with children aged 8 plus. Could you offer gorgeous Defa a lovely life?
Buskybear (Rescue Remedies, fostered Wiltshire)
This cuddlesome boy deserves a special owner or two, worthy of his love. He’s affectionate with people he trusts and gets on well with other friendly dogs he knows. However, he finds lots of things to worry about and needs to be made to feel safe. Could you help him?
Percy & Dash (South East Dog Rescue, Kent)
Percy and Dash need a home together – they will not be split. You must be prepared to housetrain them, kindly, and teach them lead walking. They need to be your only pets and don’t want to live with children aged under 13. They need a secure garden.
Tiger & Lily (Canine Allsorts Dog Rescue, West Yorkshire)
Tiger and Lily will make lovely companions in a quiet home and will be happy to have grandchildren visit. They need a secure garden and daily walks as they are still active and need to keep fit. They must be homed together, within Yorkshire or Lancashire.
Bruno (Stray2Me, fostered Oxfordshire)
Bruno is such an affectionate and cuddly Staffie who’s very well-behaved and enjoys his walks. He can live with older children but would prefer to be the only pet in the home. What a lovely boy!
Daisy (Saving Ovidiu Kill Shelter Dogs, kennelled North Cornwall)
Just 1 year old, Daisy needs an experienced home for adoption/foster placement with a resident dog. She needs a special person to call her own, but she is a highly trainable, intelligent, affectionate, playful and loyal dog who will repay the work many time over. Please read her story.
Toffee (Love Underdogs, Essex)
This beautiful boy is good with most other dogs and is an affectionate with those he trusts. He wants a quiet home with no children but plenty of moderate walks and play time. He’s on a special diet to manage allergies and needs sensible, calm owners to lavish with love!
Tess (Second Chance GR Rescue, fostered South London)
Tess was rescued from Romania. She is a sweet girl who is well-behaved in the home, but needs to get to know new people gradually. She likes other dogs and is learning to have good manners around them. Could you offer her a quiet, child-free home?
Axel & Lexi (Friends of Akitas, Bedfordshire)
Akitas are always special, a mix of nobility and soppiness but discerning about who they’re soppy with. These two are the best of the breed, keeping each other relaxed and entertained while still wanting human cuddles. They want to be only pets and to enhance your life with their beauty!
Maze (Rescue Remedies, Surrey)
Maze the super intelligent Collie cross is full of affection for everyone who’s nice to him. He’s wary of other dogs and prefers them to keep their distance so that he doesn’t have to engage. Agile, loving and bright as a supernova, could Maze be your new best friend?
Balto (Love Underdogs, Essex)
Are you coming for a walkies?! Balto loves the outdoors and enjoys car rides to new places for adventures. He wants to be an only pet in an adult-only home, although he’s happy to have walks with other dogs he knows. He requires lots of love, fuss and gallivanting!
Bond (Rescue Remedies, West Sussex)
This bright and friendly boy has a waggy tail and kisses at the ready for just about anyone. He feels very differently about other dogs and warns them to keep their distance, which they do. He loves playing fetch, carrying his ball, greeting humans and getting treats!
Rikki (Freshfields Animal Rescue, Liverpool)
Rikki is a large character in a small body. He is loyal and loving with those he trusts and will make you laugh every day. He wants to be an only pet in an adult-only home and he wants toys, good company and walkies galore. A Terrier lover’s dream dog!
Mike (Dogs Trust Newbury, Berkshire)
Want a best friend who thinks you’re fascinating, loves your company and will do anything you ask if you have a treat in your hand? Then look no further than Mike! He wants to be the only pet in an adult only home… with tennis balls, toys and treats!
Panda (East Anglia Dog Rescue, Ipswich)
Panda is a happy, bouncy, affectionate girl who is friendly with everyone! She gets on with other dogs and even cats but will take their toys and food so needs to be an only pet. She can live with teenagers and wants company, activities and fuss!
Betty (Rescue Remedies, West Sussex)
Betty is a very pretty, petite Staffy girl. She’s a super-friendly, fun and loyal companion who needs an owner with experience of dogs with protective natures. Do you have a child-free, pet-free home to offer beautiful Betty?
Oscar (Freshfields Animal Rescue, Liverpool)
Winning over Oscar’s heart is like winning the jackpot! When he trusts you he dotes on you and is a cheerful, loving companion. He wants to be an only pet in an adult-only home. Most of all, he wants to feel safe and loved by that one special person.
Jackson (Freshfields Animal Rescue, Liverpool)
Do you like walks and have lots of toys but no one to play with them? Then Jackson is the boy for you! He wants a quiet home, someone who’s around most of the time and to know that he’s safe and loved. He especially likes to fall asleep on your lap.
Suki (Freshfields Animal Rescue, Liverpool)
Suki is a lovely lady but typical of her breed she’s as stubborn as she is amusing and loyal. She wants an adult only home as an only pet, owners she can dote on and a sofa to look splendid on. Is that too much to ask?