Lulu was found straying in a terrible state. She is blind and deaf, so must have been terrified, but this brave little survivor has blossomed at her foster home. Could you offer incredible Lulu the loving, caring home she thoroughly deserves?
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.
Sammy (Fur-get Me Not Rescue, fostered Liverpool)
Sammy is a cuddly, older lady who likes a quieter life but still does get bursts of playful energy. She’s living in a foster home with an older Collie and they get on great, but she is not cat-friendly. Sammy has previously lived fine with children but is now looking for a peaceful retirement home.
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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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!
Tye (Rescue Remedies, Surrey)
Tye is a lovely old boy who gets on well with most other dogs and loves walking with his friends. He likes short walks with lots of sniffs and the odd ball game. He wants a peaceful, adult-only home and he loves sofa snuggles. He also loves toys and treats!
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!
Harvey (Safe Rescue, fostered Staffordshire)
**Reserved**
Harvey is a lovely, friendly Whippet who is looking for a retirement home as his owner sadly passed away. He’s such a good boy who gets on with people, dogs and cats. Some pampering and a nice garden to potter around would be perfect.
Intrepid Toby! (Oldies Club, fostered Norfolk)
Toby is a fun little boy but he needs some TLC. His eyesight is poor and he can only walk for about 20 minutes. Then it’s super fun buggy time! He loves meeting other dogs, smelling good smells, eating his special food and getting belly rubs and cuddles.
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!
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.
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.
Long-haired Jack & Short-haired Jade! (Oldies Club, fostered Berkshire)
‘Super little dogs’ is the short description. Slightly longer is: Jack and Jade are easy to look after and fall in love with. Good with dogs, they’d like a quiet, adult home with someone home a lot. Click to read more!
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.
Bella (Safe Rescue, fostered Buckinghamshire)
This gorgeous lady is a total sweetie. She gets on with other dogs and cats and would be happy to live with either. She wants a child free home so that she can really relax. She likes short walks and lots of love!
Poodley Pearl – punctuality required! (Oldies Club, fostered Lincs.)
Pearl is an older lady needing a quiet home with people around most of the time. She likes calm dogs and has lived with cats. You’ll need to be unfazed about cleaning up any accidents, and mealtimes will need to adhere to Pearl’s schedule!
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!
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.
Tor (The Canine Lifeline UK, fostered Norfolk)
Gorgeous Tor is a big, steady boy who doesn’t need much exercise and does need a quiet life. He wants an adult-only home but can happily live with cats and one or more other large dogs. He’s good on the lead and good in the house and altogether wonderful!
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.
Nina (All Dogs Matter, North London)
Cute Nina is a sweet golden oldie who is looking for a quiet retirement home. She is blind though it doesn’t get in her way. She needs direct access to a garden and could live with children aged 14+ and a calm canine companion, but no cats please.
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.
Tess (Rescue Me Animal Sanctuary, fostered Lancashire)
Tess is a lovely little lady. She’s affectionate, doting and ever so good! She gets on with other dogs outside but wants to be an only pet at home. She could live with older children and wants company most of the time. She’s a steady, loving cutie pie!
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!
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.
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?
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.
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.
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.
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!
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!
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!
Zion (Rescue Remedies, kennelled Gatwick)
Gentle old Zion just wants to sleep in comfort, preferably in the sunshine. He likes a short plod and snuffle followed by extensive snuggles and interspersed with treats. He wants an adult-only home so his peace is assured and he really needs to have soft furnishings in his life again!