Perfect all-round family dog, Monty, would be a wonderful addition to any home. He’s super friendly and gentle with everyone: children, dogs and even cats included. He enjoys time in the garden and is excellent on the lead, tidy and house-trained. What a perfect boy to join your family.
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.
Remus (Pawprints To Freedom, fostered Falkirk, Scotland
This perfect little gentleman is Remus who is looking for love and will return it tenfold. He adores cuddles, kids and cats, though he is scared of dogs being such a little guy. He’s great on and off the lead and would make a perfect addition to a family.
Thor (Safe Rescue, fostered Great Yarmouth)
Sadly, Thor has a story or hardship and fear in Romania, but he’s overcoming his past life and blossoming into a happy chap who’s discovering a new life in the UK. He would like to live with one or two other dogs but needs some space of his own. Please read his story and see if you could perhaps help him.
Hamish (Rovers Dog Rescue, Essex)
Hamish is a total cutie who is friendly and sweet with everyone he meets. All he wants is a home with a comfy bed to snooze on and, of course, a family who will love and cherish him. Can Hamish move into your home and spend his retirement there?
Lucky (The Fairy Dog Fosterers, fostered Southampton)
Lucky is a stunning Austrian Black and Tan Hound/Setter mix and hoping his name will prove correct in finding a foster/permanent home urgently. He can live with dogs and older children and loves his walks and his bed. A retired or active family home would equally suit this very handsome lad.
Vanilli (Pawprints To Freedom, fostered Fife)
Vanilli is an amazing boy who deserves a fantastic home with lots of pampering and spoiling. He’s young, energetic and just wants to love you. Vanilli is fantastic with children and other dogs too. Could you offer Vanilli oodles of love in his forever home?
Zuperstar Ziggy! (Oldies Club, fostered Hertfordshire)
This cat-friendly delight is Ziggy! He is such a good boy and he absolutely loves a snuggle. He’s used to living with children, is fine to be left on his own, and is very good on walks and in the car. What a zuperstar!
Otto (Safe Rescue, fostered Norwich)
Otto is a happy, little Chihuahua Cross despite having been abandoned on the streets of Romania. He’s gentle and loving and his fosterer hardly knows he’s there half the time! Otto is cat friendly and would make a lovely friend in a quiet retirement home.
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.
Rosco (Safe Rescue, fostered Lincolnshire)
Cute little Rosco is shy of strangers but ever so loving and cuddly once he knows he can trust you! He is brilliant with other dogs, insisting he goes up to greet each one he sees. He’s a lively, quick witted, happy companion!
Shelly (Starfish Dog Rescue, fostered Birmingham)
Shelly is a little gem who was originally scared of people, but thanks to her previous owner’s love and devotion, she has now blossomed into the most loving little girl. She bonds quickly to a single person or couple and will give you all of her love and loyalty.
Scamp (Isle Rescue, Doncaster, Yorkshire)
Little cutie Scamp is a loving and really friendly Yorkshire Terrier/Jack Russell cross. He would love to find an active home with no young children or cats. Scamp can live with calm dogs who will give him some space. He’s such a little sweetheart.
Winnie (Love Underdogs, Essex)
Fluffy haired and beautiful, Winnie wants to see the world while lying on her back and having a belly rub. That is her favourite thing in all the world. She is a sweet, sensitive little dog who can be a little shy at first, but once the belly is rubbed, she is all yours! She will make the most special friend.
Panda (Love Underdogs, Essex)
After a hard life on his own, lovely Panda is ready to feel loved and safe in a home. He is a terrific old boy who loves nature and all the sights, sounds and smells it has to offer. All he wants is a quiet home where he can relax and know he’s loved.
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 loving, cosy 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 give him his doggy comforts?
Freddie (Rovers Dog Rescue, Essex)
Freddie is a dear, little Jack Russell Cross who is begging for a new home. He just loves attention and so would like someone around most of the time. He can live with children but would probably be best as the only pet. He enjoys his walks but loves people most of all.
Snow White (Safe Rescue, fostered Great Yarmouth)
After a tragic past and many years wasted, beautiful Collie Cross Snow White seems to understand that there’s nothing but good times ahead now. Although still a little wary, she’s enjoying a fuss and loves her walks. She’s a courageous girl who just needs the loving home she’s never had and truly deserves now. Please read her story.
Harvey (Stokenchurch Dog Rescue, Buckinghamshire)
Tennis balls are one of Harvey’s greatest love but unfortunately he injured himself with his enthusiasm for the game. After a long recovery period he is ready for his new home. He is the most affectionate and gentle dog who has made himself a favourite at the centre and they just want to see him happy in his forever home even though they will miss him.
Marley (Stokenchurch Dog Rescue, Buckinghamshire)
Handsome, gentle and lovable are just a few of Marley’s positive qualities! He likes to play, enjoys the company of other dogs and is very good with children despite being such a big boy. He is looking for a loving new family where he can thrive and enjoy the company of people who love him.
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!
Bubbles (East Anglia Dog Rescue, Suffolk)
Bubbles is a fabulous, friendly girl who can live with other dogs and with children aged 7 plus. She’s great around food and toys and she’s fine to be left on her own for a few hours. Do you need some Bubbles in your life?
Sarah (Safe Rescue, fostered Great Yarmouth)
Sweet, affectionate and docile, Sarah is a beautiful girl, both inside and out. She prefers a quiet life with snoozing options such as beds, sofas and sunshine, but she likes walks too! She would fit into most homes with her easygoing personality and loving nature.
Zara (Safe Rescue, fostered Great Yarmouth)
Lovely Zara is just so happy to be in a foster home enjoying doggy life after being shut in a shelter in Romania. She constantly has a smile and a wagging tail. Zara enjoys her walks, loves being around people and soon settles with other dogs. She will be absolutely thrilled to go to her own home finally.
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?
Bruce (Stray Dogs Sanctuary, Devon)
Poor Bruce the Saluki Cross is very sad and upset to find himself in kennels after being with his family since he was a puppy. He’s a loving lad who just longs to be cuddled. Could you make Bruce happy again?
Happy chatty Zoe! (Oldies Club, fostered Dorset)
01/06/18 – No more applications please. Zoe is a very popular lady and has several lovely humans to choose from already!
Zoe is always cheerful! She enjoys just about everything and is simply fun to have around. She likes meeting other dogs and really loves playing with her ball! Great with other animals and children, Zoe is a very well rounded individual ;)
Liquorice (Love Underdogs, Essex)
Gorgeous Liquorice will bring nothing but joy to his new family. He is a great all round boy who loves his cuddles and also enjoys going for long walks. He loves everyone, people and dogs and he really deserves his own place on the sofa with you.
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 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!
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)
31/05/18 – Josey has been reserved! Good luck little lady!
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.
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!
Darling Dreamy Phoebe! (Oldies Club, fostered Buckinghamshire)
Phoebe is hoping to find a quiet home with a nice garden she can sit and relax in. She would also like a lovely owner who will take her out for gentle walks so that she can have a good sniff around. Do you fit the bill?
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!
Tiny, lovely Tiger-Lily! (Oldies Club, fostered Oxfordshire)
White-muzzled, fuzzy-eyebrowed Tiger-Lily is a real little character! She drags her bed around until she finds the best spot, she walks calmly past other dogs but will tell them off if they get too close and she’s trained her foster carers to play catch with each other, so she can have fun watching them! Please share her page!
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?
Richard (Animal Adoption International, fostered Surrey)
Richard is a lovely Lab x Collie who is good with other dogs but he’d rather be an only dog in his new home so that he can truly relax. He’s likes walks and loves cuddles and food! Isn’t he gorgeous?
Jessie (Cheltenham Animal Shelter)
You can rely on Jessie to follow you around in case you need his help. He likes a bit of fuss but isn’t demanding. It’s thought he won’t necessarily need walks, just a secure garden. Jessie’s only ambition in life is to be your stalwart companion!
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.
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)
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, fuss, and his ball too. He needs an adult, pet-free home. Please help Milo and give him the chance he surely deserves.
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!
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.
Kenia (Safe Rescue, fostered Great Yarmouth)
Kenia is blossoming now she’s in the UK and proving to be a calm and serene lady who finds that a gentle fuss is not to be feared.. She’s in a busy foster home with other dogs and would love to find a peaceful home where she can really thrive. She truly deserves that chance.
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?
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.
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.
Super-lassy Sassy! (Oldies Club, fostered Dorset)
Sassy is a cheeky lassy who was handed in to the pound at the age of 16. She loves steady walks and a good sniff around the garden. Could you offer Sassy a home and companionship and be happy for her to sleep in your bedroom?
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.
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.
Shep (Safe Rescue, fostered Norfolk)
Shep is a sweet old boy who has probably never had a home and family, but that is changing now that he is in a foster home. A life of luxury is what he deserves for his remaining years. Can you offer him the love, care and cuddles he has missed out on? 21/6/18 – Shep still needs a home!
Rica (Safe Rescue, fostered Norwich)
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. 21/6/18 – Rica still needs a home
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. 21/6/18 – Lucky still needs a home!
Zorro (Safe Rescue, fostered Great Yarmouth)
Zorro has never had anything good happen in his life until now and he’s so grateful for any attention he gets. He loves his food and regular walks and is hoping his special someone will come along and love him. Could you be his special person? 17/6/18 – Zorro 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!
Bear (Ark Animal Rescue, at home Grimsby)
Bear is like a soft, fluffy teddy and is just as cuddly. He’s friendly and affectionate with people he knows but can be nervous of strangers. He’s used to living with dogs and cats. Bear is good with children and can live with teenagers. He’s gorgeous. 17/6/18 – Bear still needs a home!
Teona (Safe Rescue, fostered Great Yarmouth)
Teona is looking lovely now that she is in foster care in the UK. All she needs is the home she’s never had, preferably with a lady owner, no children and the only pet please. She’s a happy, lazy girl who will devote herself to that special someone. 11/6/18 -Teona is still waiting!
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!
Mister Blue (Irish Setter Rescue & Rehome, Worcestershire)
Mister Blue is good with cats and sociable with other dogs of all sizes. He’s pretty big himself. Well, huge in fact! He’s gradually losing the podge with his new diet and gentle exercise regime. He’s looking for a comfy, spacious home with people worthy of big love! 11/6/18 – Mr Blue’s still waiting!
Jojo (Safe Rescue, fostered Norfolk)
Depressed and battered by his life in Romania, poor Jojo hardly moved from his bed of damp straw. But now he’s enjoying some home comforts and can’t wait to find a forever home. Jojo is loyal, kind natured and loves everyone. Could you fill his retirement with all the fuss and cuddles he deserves? 11/6/18 – Jojo still needs a home!
Vinnie (Rescue Remedies, Surrey)
Vinnie is coming up to his two year anniversary of waiting in kennels for a new home. He is a loving, comical boy who has an obsessive relationship with his two tennis balls. He takes them everywhere! Do you have space for Vinnie and his tennis balls? 11/6/18 – Vinnie 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?
Mr. Jingles (Leicester Animal Aid)
Big, beautiful but a cuddly gentle giant, Mr. Jingles is a friendly Bull Mastiff Cross. He loves to travel and enjoys light exercise and pottering in the garden. Mr. Jingles will be a true friend and loyal companion in a pet-free home where any children are older teenagers. 11/6/18 – Mr Jingles still needs a home
Butch (Love Underdogs, Essex)
Gorgeous, golden Butch is an affectionate boy, brimming over with goodness! He’s looking for an adult only home for a peaceful retirement of lovely walks, quite a lot of lounging and lots and lots of fuss. Love and nice times are what Butch is all about. 10/6/18 – Butch still needs a home!
Rufus (National Animal Welfare Trust, Berkshire)
This little cutie is Rufus and he’s a Terrier Cross. He’s active and loves playing with his toys and going for walks. He also loves his people for lots of fuss and cuddles. Rufus is looking for a forever home which is adult only and pet-free so he can have all the attention. Do you have a home for dear Rufus? 10/6/18 – Still waiting!
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!
Bailey (Ark Animal Rescue, Lincolnshire coast)
Gorgeous Bailey needs a home where he can spend all day with you. He’d be perfect if you have horses and love the outdoors. He’s good with dogs and can live with children who are big enough to not be knocked over when he’s feeling bouncy. Bailey is desperate to find a special person to love. 10/6/18 – Bailey still needs a home!
Lillie (Oxfordshire Animal Sanctuary)
10 year old, sweetie girl Lillie has been in kennels since she was 5. That’s right, 5 years in kennels. “Why?!” – we hear you cry. Well, um… because she needs to be an only pet and she’s yet another Staffy? “But surely there’s lots of people she’d be perfect for!” – We couldn’t agree more. 10/6/18 – Lillie 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!
Chouquette and Donnie (Terrier SOS, Norfolk)
Adorable Chouquette and Donnie are a pair of Fox Terriers who met up in rescue and became each other’s strength after a difficult life. They must be rehomed together in a rural area where they have a secure garden. They are people and dog friendly but cannot live with young children or small furries. They are the sweetest pair who deserve a good life. 1/6/18 – Still waiting for a loving home!