Lovely Lab Phoebe has been promised a loving, new home and any Lab lover would be so happy to make that come true. She’s a gorgeous, happy girl who is fantastic with people and dogs, though she is not used to cats. She’s not a high energy lady but loves to play and have a walk. She’s adorable.
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.
Neo (Leicester Animal Aid)
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.
Jack (National Animal Welfare Trust, Berkshire)
Jack is a fantastic boy who is full of life and love! He craves affection and lives for cuddles. The only thing he likes as much is a good walk and sniff. He is still energetic, which is good because he could stand to slim down a bit! He will be a true joy to have around.
Kaizer (Adopt a Dog North East)
Stunningly handsome Kaizer is just the perfect, softest, cuddle-bear anyone could wish to meet and is great in the house and car. Kaizer can live with children and other dogs but has never lived with cats. He’s simply gorgeous.
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.
Jethro (Rescue Remedies, Surrey)
Jethro is a real gentleman and extremely loving. He loves tummy tickles and hearty hugs! He’s good with other dogs and could live with a friendly female. Good with children too, Jethro is a gem!
Jane (GALR, Essex)
Beautiful Jane is a gentle and friendly lady who can live with another Greyhound or Lurcher but not cats or children. In fact, she finds children so scary, she doesn’t even want visiting ones at her new home. Can you offer this sensitive, loving girl the childfree sanctuary she seeks?
Alfie (Goodward Dog Rescue, West Sussex)
Alfie is a wonderful boy with a fabulous nature. He can live with dogs and cats and is fine to be left on his own for a while. He is frightened of noise so a nice quiet home would suit him best. Could you help Alfie?
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?
Vinnie (Rescue Remedies, Surrey)
Vinnie is as sweet, squishy and cuddly as he looks! His tennis balls go everywhere with him and that’s just one of his comedic exploits. He also swivels round on his bottom to change direction! He can live with older children but wants to be your only, doted on pet. Please share his page to help him find love!
Alice (Dunroamin K9 Rescue, Yorkshire)
Alice counts friendliness, a loving nature and beauty as some of the many fine qualities she will offer her lucky new humans. She loves just being with people and makes friends wherever she goes. She is ready for some TLC in a new forever home.
Floyd & Casper (Battersea Dogs & Cats Home, Old Windsor)
Floyd and Casper are cheeky, loveable lurchers who are looking for a home together. They’d like an out-of-city home with somewhere to stretch their long lurchery legs. They haven’t had much in the way of training so need you to teach them what they need to know, with lots of yummy treats!
Suzie (Rovers Dog Rescue, fostered Chelmsford, Essex)
Beautiful Suzie is a true diamond, a sparkling, loving girl who is just so sweet. She loves meeting new people, playing and going for walks. She also gets on with other dogs and has the most placid, calm nature. She will enhance any household she joins!
Ty (Dogs Trust Merseyside, Liverpool)
This wise and handsome face belongs to Ty. He’s used to living with guinea pigs, rabbits and chickens, and loves being around people too, but he doesn’t want to live with dogs. He loves splashing around at the beach but also enjoys a good snooze!
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!
Vinnie (Foal Farm Animal Rescue, Kent)
Handsome Vinnie is a stunning Weimaraner who is very affectionate and fantastic with people. However, he is dog-aggressive and can live only in a pet-free home with a calm and understanding owner. He would make a lovely companion for the right person.
Pickles (Dogs Trust Newbury
Adorable Pickles is a much-loved resident at Dogs Trust Newbury, but they would be happy to see him leave for a loving new forever home. He is a great friend to have around, playful, snuggly, loving and loyal. He is a little shy to begin with but once you gain his trust, he’s yours forever!
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…
Blue (Rain Rescue, South Yorkshire)
Blue the Husky with his gorgeous ice blue eyes, is looking for a fairly active person or family. He could possibly live with another dog and also older, respectful children. He is very intelligent as well as affectionate… when he’s not too busy with important snuffling!
Simona (Love Underdogs, Essex)
Shiny Simona is a rather special lady! She’s a super intelligent and loyal Carpathian Shepherd, who enjoys the company of other Shepherd-type dogs, especially. She’s gentle and friendly to each person she meets and does love a fuss! She’s the perfect, easy-going companion for someone who likes walkies as much as her.
Meg and Lexi (RSPCA Danaher Animal Home, Essex)
30/7/18 – Meg has been reserved, but it’s very sad news for Lexi as she has had to be put to sleep after suddenly becoming very unwell.
Two lovely, large ladies looking for a home together, Meg and Lexi are great buddies who like everyone. They are calm and gentle and enjoy socialising with other dogs. They don’t need a big garden or lots of walking, just some space to relax and enjoy some cuddling with you.
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!
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!
Reg (All Animals Rescue and Rehome, fostered Essex)
Regal Reg the Dalmatian would love to live with an active family as he really enjoys exercise and playtime. Reg must live with another dog for company and to be his ears, as he is deaf. He loves to snuggle with other dogs and you too if he can get away with it.
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.
Polar Bear (Dogs Trust Newbury, Berkshire)
This pretty Polar Bear is actually a Husky Cross. She is a sweet and sensitive girl who needs a nice quiet home away from busy roads. She can live with older children. Dogs Trust are still assessing whether she can live with dogs.
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?
Winston (Stokenchurch Dog Rescue, Buckinghamshire)
Winston is a gentle and loving boy who adores human attention. He will bring you lots of joy with his sweet, lovable and comical personality. He likes people better than dogs so would prefer to be your one and only. He can live with children though. As long as you’re human, he’s happy to be with you!
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!
Ronnie (German Shepherd Dog Rescue, kennelled Essex)
Gorgeous Ronnie is a perfect gentleman who is very good on the lead. He is lovely with everyone he meets and is also good with other dogs. We think he deserves a gold star, as well as a fabulous home!
Tish (Romford Greyhound Homing, Essex)
Golden girl Tish is an amazingly loving lady! It’s amazing because she’s never had a proper owner before, yet she instantly loves anyone who’s kind to her. She’s the ideal companion for someone with mobility problems, with a good garden, as she no longer needs walks. Just your love!
Zoli (via Hungarian Vizsla Welfare, Stirlingshire)
Zoli is gorgeous, charming and bright. He found a home recently but the family’s circumstances suddenly changed. It’s no fault of Zoli’s, and kennels will be so stressful for him. Do you have a very calm, adult home with Vizsla experience to offer Zoli?
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?
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?!
Tia (RSPCA Essex South and Southend, fostered Essex)
Who could resist those big brown eyes?! Poor Tia found a home after retiring from racing, but her owner has now died. Could you offer gentle Tia a comfortable home with access to a garden, plus short walks. Most of all, Tia just wants to be loved.
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!
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!
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?
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.
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.
Slaney (Romford Greyhound Homing, Essex)
Soft-hearted Slaney is looking for someone with a peaceful home where he can just relax most of the time. He will gaze at you lovingly and lean into you for fuss. If you have a big garden, he won’t need to go out for walks. Slaney really is a placid and noble gentleman!
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, fostered Lancashire)
Milo 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, fuss, and his ball too. He needs an adult, pet-free home. Please help Milo and give him the chance he surely deserves.
Perry (UK German Shepherd Dog Rescue, kennelled Carmarthen)
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.
Rico (Cheltenham Animal Shelter, Gloucestershire)
Adorable Akita Rico is very loyal and his favourite thing is spending time with his lovely humans. His perfect home would be adult only and pet-free so he can have all your love to himself. A garden to potter around and the occasional short walk would be an added bonus.
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.
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”.
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!
Porthos (Safe Rescue, fostered Great Yarmouth)
Porthos is much happier dog since being treated for his sore hips. He is ready for a warm soft bed and a loving owner who will appreciate what a dear old soul he is. After a hard life, could you offer Porthos a retirement full of love and comfort? 17/6/18 – Porthos still needs a home!
Raffa (Dogs Trust, Merseyside)
Cute Raffa is a very shy and gentle boy who is hoping for a quiet home. He can be nervous, so needs a patient owner who will take time to get to know him and who is around most of the time. Once he feels secure, he will share his loving, playful nature and be a devoted companion. Can you make Raffa’s wish come true? 10/6/18 – Raffa 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!
Bruiser (Freshfields Animal Rescue, Liverpool)
Cuddly and loving Bruiser is a real character who will bring a smile to your face and warm your heart. He has been waiting so long for his chance to find a home after having a hard life. He needs committed and patient owners who will help him settle, but he is well worth your while and will bring lots of joy and love to your home. 11/6/18 – Bruiser still needs a home!
Rex (Animal Adoption International, fostered Scotland)
Rex has had a hard life and is ready for a relaxing retirement receiving lots of love and cuddles and not having to go out for walks. He would ideally like to find a home with his old pal Bonnie. Could you help?
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!
Cara (German Shepherd Dog Rescue, Hampshire)
Cara is a delightful German Shepherd who needs a new home through no fault of her own. She has a lovely temperament and is still quite active. She loves a run in the fields and would enjoy a nice rural setting for exploring. 10/6/18 – Beautiful Cara 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!
Simba (German Shepherd Dog Rescue, Essex)
Champagne-coloured Simba is a very loving German Shepherd once he gets to know you. He can live with other dogs and older children, but no cats please. Simba loves treats and tummy rubs!
1/6/18 – Handsome Simba is still waiting!
Ben (Romford Greyhound Homing, Essex)
Ben isn’t “just another retired greyhound”, he’s a whole new personality waiting to be discovered. He’d like to be part of someone’s family and find out what real retirement is all about; tasty treats, a nice comfy bed and some long interesting walks. Oh and lots of fuss and cuddles too! 1/6/18 – Poor Ben is still waiting :(
Nero (Bath Cats and Dogs Home)
Nero is a big, playful and affectionate boy who would love to have a male owner who will take him for walks and play tug with him. He is an independent lad, but he does like knowing you are around, so if you could stay with him most of the day, he would love it! Could Nero be your new best friend? 10/6/18 – Nero is still waiting!
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!
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!