Kiwi is a dinky cute little girl with a lovely nature. She was shy about being in the house at first, but now that she has a cosy bed, she is reluctant to leave! Her favourite activity is sunbathing. What a darling she is!
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.
Honey (Senior Staffy Club, fostered Cheshire)
As you can see, Honey loves her ball almost as much as she loves a snooze on the sofa! She is a very bright girl who is happy to learn new things. Could you offer Honey a home where she will be your only pet?
Buster (Senior Staffy Club, fostered London)
Who wouldn’t want to kiss that gorgeous nose! Buster is a handsome chap who is generally quite relaxed about life. He’s not keen on cats or other dogs, but he does like Bichon Frises! Could you offer Buster a home full of fun and cuddles?
Louie (Pattering Paws Dog Rescue, West Midlands)
Gorgeous golden Louie would like a nice retirement home where he can spend most of the day with his owner, go for fun walks, and play ball. He isn’t used to living with dogs or children, so doesn’t really want to start, but he can live with cats.
Lana (Safe Rescue, fostered Hampshire)
LANA IS OUR OLD DOG OF THE WEEK!
Lana is an affectionate, easy-going lady who gets on brilliantly with other medium to large dogs. She’d love to have a dog friend at home, preferably one that likes playing chase. She can live with confident cats too! Lana loves walks, relaxing in the garden and fuss. She’s an all round sweetie!
Max (Senior Staffy Club, fostered Lincolnshire)
Max is a gorgeous lad whose owner sadly died. He’s good in the car, loves his walks, and also loves his bed! He’s fine with dogs when out and might be able to live with a calm female dog. Could you offer this loyal boy a happy new home?
Boots (Senior Staffy Club, fostered Worcestershire)
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?!
Josey (Romanian Rescue Appeal, fostered Dorset)
Josey is a very special lady. She’s friendly to all, she can live with other dogs AND cats and she’s very bright and loving. That’s not the special bit though. It’s this… her eyes are part brown and part blue! This rare and wonderful girl could be your new best friend!
Bob (Chilterns Dog Rescue Society, Tring, Herts)
Bob is an affectionate, gentle little gent who loves exploring. He is full of life and love. His enthusiasm is lovely to see, as he set off on adventures with his new family. Bob loves humans and other animals, although he would probably prefer a quieter adult home. He is all set to move in with you and to become your perfect doggy companion.
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?
Belle (Chilterns Dog Rescue Society, Tring, Herts)
Belle is a sweet and gentle soul who just wants to be loved and give love in return. There is really nothing you can say about her that is bad. She has good looks, a beautiful temperament and loves everyone she meets and that includes kids, other dog and humans in general (and possibly cats). You will be rewarded with her total devotion if you bring her home.
Zoe & Benny (Dogs Trust Harefield, West London)
Benny and Zoe are wonderful German Shepherds who are devoted to one another. They need a new home together with a lovely garden to relax in. They’d like their new owner to be able to spend lots of time with them. Could that be you?
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!
Mollie (Dogs Trust Harefield, West London)
Lovely Mollie has had a happy life so far, but now her owner has sadly died and Molly’s world has been turned upside-down. Could you offer her a home with a garden where she can play football, and take her for walks in nice quiet areas?
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!
Princess (Staffordshire Bull Terrier Rescue, fostered Cambridgeshire)
After a miserable life spent producing puppies, Princess is now so joyful about having the chance to sunbathe and play in a paddling pool at her foster home. All she needs now is a forever sofa with lovely forever people!
Mac (Wonky Pets Rescue, fostered Derbyshire)
14/05/18 – Gorgeous Mac is now reserved!
Mac is a gorgeous boy who really loves love! It takes him a while to trust but once he does, he’s the soppiest dog you could meet. He’s used to life in the countryside with big open spaces, horses and other animals. He wants a retirement of fun and fuss!
Zena (Wonky Pets Rescue, fostered Birmingham)
13/05/18 – Zena is reserved!
Well! You could never get tired of looking at that face, could you?! Zena is brimming over with Goodness. She’s super friendly with everyone she meets… because it’s all such fun! Happy to live with a male dog and sensible children, Zena is a star!
Muttley (Rovers Dog Rescue, fostered Chelmsford, Essex)
Adorable Muttley has the sweetest nature and his Yorkie charm makes him so much fun to be with. He gets along with other dogs just fine and will be the most loving of companions for his lucky new family!
Kipper & Smudge (Dogs Trust Newbury, Berkshire)
Kipper and Smudge are two wonderfully loving boys who want to find a quiet retirement home together. Kipper’s half Lab, Smudge is half Spaniel and they both have a definite look of Collie about them. They are lively, clever, affectionate Good Boys! Can they come and love you?
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?
Elf and Mary (Friends of the Animals RCT, fostered South Wales)
Bonded pair Elf and Mary are so cute, cuddly and lovable. Each has a distinct little character of her own, but they share the capacity for love and affection. They must remain together since they have known each other all their lives. These two beautiful girls will make their new humans very happy.
Milly & Molly (Irish Setter Rescue & Rehome, Worcestershire)
Cuteness overload alert! Milly and Molly are adorable Yorkshire Terrier sisters who love their walks almost as much as they love each other. They’re very affectionate and well behaved little ladies. They truly are Golden Girls!
Dior (Kamas Cave Greyhound Sanctuary, Lincolnshire)
“May I come in? If I’m good?” – Dior is a loving, gentle Greyhound lady looking for comfort and security in her retirement. She still likes the odd sprint but doesn’t need long walks. Love and cosiness are her main priorities!
Sunny (Kamas 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!
Animal Adoption International, fostered Surrey)
Richard is a lovely Lab x Collie who’s in foster with several other dogs but he’d rather be an only dog so he can relax and have all the love to himself! He’s likes walks and cuddles. He sometimes takes exception to that dog in the mirror who copies him!
Caleb (German Shepherd Rescue South, fostered Hampshire)
Gorgeous Caleb is a gentle giant who is looking forward to finding a fairly quiet home. He’s good with dogs and still loves going out for his walks. Isn’t he a handsome lad?
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?
Barney (Foal Farm Animal Rescue, Kent)
Cuddles, tennis balls, food and sleeping are Barney’s favourite things. He’s very unhappy in kennels and needs a home soon. Barney is stressed around other dogs so needs only short on-lead walks, plus lots of playtime in a nice big garden. Could you help him?
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.
Ocky (via Freshfields, at his home in Liverpool)
Ocky is a wonderful boy with an exuberant nature. He gets a bit over excited and giddy, but that’s part of his staffy charm! Good with dogs, he has previously lived with female dogs. He can live with older children and will be a great family dog. Could you help him?
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.
Angel (Rovers Dog Rescue, fostered Essex)
Angel is a real little sweetie who just wants to be loved. She has the most affectionate nature and she loves spending time on people’s laps, even though she only just fits! She is a good little girl who only wants to please you. Are you Angel’s angel?
Max & Roxy (Dunroamin K9 Rescue, South Yorkshire)
Max’s existence is dogged by the question, “Am I a Good Boy?” whereas Roxy just tends to think, “Oh what fun it all is!”. Both are very well behaved, loving and friendly with people, dogs and cats. Max even has a star on his chest… as if to show you what shiny-hearted dogs they are!
Scruffy & Trixie (Wonky Pets Rescue, fostered S. Birmingham)
This cutie twosome won’t take up much room on your sofa! They like to go out for a couple of walks a day where they enjoy meeting other dogs, then they’ll snuggle up together for a nap. They’re both very sweet, affectionate little people who love a fuss!
Safera (RSPCA Danaher, Essex)
Safera is a delightful girl who loves playing, walking and making doggy friends. Because she is shy, her new owners will need to take it slowly with her but she is worth the effort. A true ray of sunshine, Safera will make a wonderful friend and loving companion.
Bernie (All Dogs Matter, North London)
Bernie is a dinky JRT with a big heart. He likes taking his human out to explore and socialise. At home, he’s content to just enjoy your company from the comfort of his bed. He wants to be an only pet because he does like a bit of lap time!
Rico (RSPCA Danaher, Essex)
Happy, cheeky Rico just wants to be part of a family again as he is very sad in kennels. He needs a home where someone will be around most of the time. Could you offer him loving home where he can play with his ball and enjoy lots of cuddles?
Ally & Carly (All Dogs Matter, North London)
Ally and Carly are simply lovely! They like a cuddle and they’re good with other dogs and children. They’d love to take you for jolly walks then snuggle up with you, or just near you, for a nap. Fun, love and comfort are all they want in life!
Valentina (Love Underdogs, Essex)
Pretty Valentina is a charming lady who loves to have a fuss. She seems fine with dogs too. Could you offer this social butterfly a happy new life?
Silvia (Love Underdogs, Essex)
Sweet and scruffy Silvia is an affectionate girl who loves a fuss. She gets on well with other dogs and loves to play and go for good walks. She is a little sensitive so would suit a quiet home with people who will be patient with her.
Lassie (Foal Farm Animal Rescue, Kent)
Lassie has lived her life in a shed and needs a kind, patient person to help her adjust to home life. She needs someone at home a lot of the time as she is frightened of being left. Lassie is a sweet girl and deserves to spend her retirement enjoying home comforts.
Kitty Angel (Love Underdogs, Essex)
Kitty Angel is a darling little crossbreed lady in need of some fuss and a few little adventures. She’s a tripaw and 12 years old, but still pretty mobile so enjoys her walks. Do you have room in your heart for this sweet little angel?
Edgar (Love Underdogs, Essex)
To know Edgar is to love him! He is a total sweetheart who lives for cuddles and affection and is only asking for a small spot on the sofa next to you. He may be blind but it doesn’t stop him from enjoying life to the full and spreading love wherever he goes.
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.
Milo (Last Hope Rescue, Essex)
Marvellous Milo has sadly spent over 2 years in kennels and is urgently looking for his forever home. His tail wags so hard when he gets attention and he loves walks, food, his ball, not forgetting lots of fuss too. He’s okay with some dogs but needs an adult, cat-free home. Please help Milo and give him a chance – he surely deserves it.
Perry (UK German Shepherd Dog Rescue, kennelled Carmarthen, Wales)
Perry is a beautiful boy who is just learning to trust humans after having been abused and neglected all his life. He now loves having a fuss and wants it all to himself so would do best as an only dog. He just wants to please you and to feel safe and loved for the rest of his life.
Zac (Last Chance Animal Rescue, Kent)
Zac is the perfect little companion if you want a cheerful, dinky dog to busily follow you about in case you need help. In the evening he will gladly snuggle up on the sofa with you. For an active retired person Zac will be the bestest of best friends. Such a good listener!
Coco (Foal Farm Animal Rescue, Kent)
Coco is a sweet, lively girl who is seeking a special person or family who can give her the loving guidance she needs to feel comfortable and safe in her new home. She needs to be an only pet, but will provide all the love and companionship you expect from a dog and more!
Harry (English Springer Spaniel Welfare, fostered North Devon)
Springer Spaniel, Handsome Harry, is excellent with people and great fun to have around. Of course, he loves his ball and certainly does not act his age. Harry would prefer to be the only pet and could live with dog-savvy children. He just loves lots of attention and play.
Gus (Dunroamin K9 Rescue, Yorkshire)
Joyful Gus is partially sighted but he still loves to run around! He’s good with other dogs and adores all human people too. He enjoys getting a fuss from everyone he meets! Gus is a straightforwardly happy dog – optimistic and loving.
Daisy (Senior Staffy Club, fostered Gloucestershire)
17/05/18 – Daisy is reserved!
Wherever Daisy is, a toy isn’t far away! She loves to play, play, play: fetch and football are particular favourites. Daisy has a sad past but is a happy, loving girl, ready and waiting to find a home. She can live with children aged 8+ and can be left for short periods.
Bud (Freshfields Animal Rescue, Liverpool)
Big, happy Bull Mastiff Bud is a huge bundle of love and fun. He’d like an active, adult home with someone home a lot of the time. You’ll need to be physically fit to walk him as he’s a strong, solid lad.
Skippy (girl!) (Rovers Dog Rescue, Essex)
Skippy is a darling little lady who loves to curl up in bed and be covered by a blanket! She is a little shy, but has the sweetest little character. In and out of the house, she is as good as gold. She is seeking a loving family in Essex who can take care of her and love her as she deserves.
Will (Freshfields Animal Rescue, Liverpool)
Will is a real favourite at Freshfields but he needs a specific type of home. If you live on your own with no other pets, have few visitors and no visiting children, you could be Will’s dream come true.
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?
Storm (Wonky Pets Rescue, fostered Derbyshire)
13/05/18 – Storm is reserved!
Storm is a very sweet, unassuming little Lurcher boy who loves the outdoors and a bit of sunshine. He’s no trouble at all, is quiet in the home, ignores cats and is good with other dogs. He’s hoping to find a home with best pal, Breeze, but could be rehomed separately if a perfect 5 star home comes along.
Breeze (Wonky Pets Rescue, fostered Derbyshire)
13/05/18 – Breeze is reserved!
Breeze is a 10 year old Labrador cross who is perfect in every way. She loves other dogs, ignores cats, could live with children and is great on and off-lead. Such a well behaved lady deserves a perfect home, and if you have room for two you might want to consider adopting her pal, Storm, as well!
Eva (All Dogs Matter, North London)
Affectionate and sweet, Eva is a soppy Staffy whose tail never stops wagging when with people. She’s fine to live with children aged 8+ and is good with dogs socially but has not lived with one before. She could possibly also live with a dog-savvy cat. Cuddles and kisses are the top of her list.
Marley (Loving Homes Dog Rescue, fostered Falkirk)
Marley is a Staffie x English Bull Terrier and at 7 years young he still has plenty of years retirement ahead of him. Marley is a joy to walk and he loves his toys and treats. He’d be a perfect companion for an older, active family.
Molly (Animal Adoption International, fostered London/Essex)
Despite a hard life in Romania, Molly is just a dream of a dog – she’s quiet, clean and gets on famously with dogs and children. She’s a little shy, but once she knows you, she just loves cuddles. She wants to be your best friend.
Lizzie (Loving Homes Dog Rescue, fostered Scottish Borders)
Lizzie is a 9 year old Staffie cross looking for a home with someone who is at home quite a lot. She loves human company and could live with older children (11 years +) and she may be able to share with another calm doggie friend.
Angel & Echo (Loving Homes Dog Rescue, fostered London)
Meet Angel and Echo, an adorable Staffie duo looking for a home together. Plenty of love and cuddles are required for these two please, with some nice interesting walks and time for playing “tug of war”.
Zita (Dunroamin K9 Rescue, Yorkshire)
Zita is a lovely girl who is just getting to know her rescuers at Dunroamin. So far she seems a friendly, happy and loving lady who enjoys a nice long walk. She would probably suit an active family but does like her down time too. Please consider bringing this big loving lady into your life!
Ozzy (Dunroamin K9 Rescue, Yorkshire)
Ozzy is a very good boy! He is fun-loving, friendly and affectionate. He shares soppy love with whoever he meets. He likes children and other dogs, but needs a home where he can have human company most of the time. Don’t worry though – Ozzy will fill that time with love and fun!
Blue (Loving Homes Dog Rescue, Orkney)
Blue is a super little Staffie boy looking for a quiet home where he can settle at his own pace. He loves his walks and has good recall, and if you fancy playing ball with him you’ll have a friend for life. Blue could live with older children, but would like to be your only pet please.
Riley (National Animal Welfare Trust, Berkshire)
Don’t you just want to kiss that gorgeous face!? This is Riley, an eight year old Shar Pei who needs a new home because his owner sadly passed away. Riley is a very loyal companion and he’s looking for some interesting walks and lots of cuddles.
Mason (Safe Rescue, fostered West Midlands)
Handsome Collie mix Mason is a fit and active lad who would like to join in with the family fun. He’s great with children and fine with other dogs but thinks cats and birds are for chasing. If you’re looking for a brilliant dog, then Mason is your man.
Yoshi (Friends of the 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, especially with the aid of treats. But more than anything, Yoshi loves human company and cuddles. He is a perfect boy for cuddles with that thick fluffy coat. Don’t you want a big, fluffy bear of a best friend?
Bruno (Senior Staffy Club, kennelled Worcestershire)
Bruno’s a happy chap who can be a little enthusiastic but is well-behaved in kennels and on walks. He can live with older children 16+ and may be fine with a calm female dog, but no cats please. Bruno likes to travel in the car and sing along.
Vinnie (Senior Staffy Club, fostered Derbyshire)
Cuddles and kisses are top of Vinnie’s list of priorities, and he’d like plenty of them please! This handsome fella has spent most of his life outside, so he’s hoping for a retirement home where he can enjoy a comfortable warm bed. Do you have room on your sofa for Vinnie?
Bracken (RSPCA Westmorland, Cumbria)
Bracken acts much younger than he is and is a happy, friendly and loving little fellow. He loves having cuddles and a fuss and going out for a fun walk. He is an easy-going boy who is happy to share his home with other dogs and children. Kennels are no place for an older boy like him; he deserves a warm, comfy loving home.
Rica (Safe Rescue, fostered Great Yarmouth)
Rica is a sweet and submissive little crossbreed girl who carries the heavy burden of a lifetime in Romania. She is desperate for love and needs a quiet, calm home environment either as an only dog or with another laid back companion to help her confidence.
Lucky (female) (Dogs Trust West Calder, Scotland)
How can it be that pretty Lucky is still waiting? Could you offer her a quiet, rural home where she will be your only pet? You will need to be able to visit Lucky a few times at West Calder so that she is confident to go home with you. Please help Lucky!
Stripe (Friends of the Akitas Trust UK, fostered Tyne and Wear)
Life is always better with a dog and Stripe is a gem of a dog who is a joy to have around. Why she is still waiting is a mystery. She has a sweet, loving nature and is nearly perfect in every way. She is also very beautiful. Find out more about her and help her out by sharing her page!
Cassie (German Shepherd Dog Rescue, Gloucestershire)
Sweet, sensitive Cassie is looking for a serene retirement home where the most exciting thing that happens is going for a lovely walk or playing with her ball in the garden. She wants to be an only pet in a quiet, adult only home where people speak gently… about how lovely she is!
Uma (German Shepherd Dog Rescue, Middlesex)
Lovely Uma came to the UK from a Danish farm and is looking for a home with some space to roam around. Now she’s also being left alone for long periods, so she urgently needs a new home. She is very loving and good with children but needs a pet-free home, though she is used to horses and cattle. Uma deserves a loving retirement home asap!
Missy (Foal Farm Animal Rescue, Kent)
Missy is truly a delightful, little Staffie lady who is desperate for a permanent/foster home. She can live with children but would prefer to be the only pet in the home, although she is sociable with dogs out and about. Missy is lively and fun, she just needs someone to love.
Hatchikas (Suki’s Canine Rescue Crew, fostered Coventry )
Irresistibly gorgeous and seriously fluffy, Hatchikas is an Akita lady. She’s sweet and gentle, always eager to please and follow commands, especially where treats are involved. Hatchikas is great with older children and could live with a compatible male. All she needs is a loving home.