Buca is a beautiful and calm lady who likes the slow pace of life. She loves cuddles and gets on with other dogs and cats too. Buca is fine with children but would like a peaceful home to enjoy for the rest of her life.
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.
Pepsi (Nirina Dog Rescue, fostered Worcestershire)
Perfect Pepsi has the softest soul and he is such a lovely boy who likes to smile when he is happy and show his pearly teeth with his goofy smile. He loves cuddles with his humans, walks and to play a lot. Pepsi is also good with other dogs and cats.
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.
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!
Miley (Dogs Trust Merseyside)
Miley is a sweet and happy girl who loves to be made a fuss of. She is looking for a home where she can enjoy a relaxing home life and go out for pleasant walks. She might be 12 but she still loves to get out and about!
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.
Buddy (Dogs Trust Merseyside)
Buddy lived on the streets with his owner for 8 years and not much fazes him. He enjoys a gentle stroll and loves a tennis ball. Although generally OK with dogs, he’d like to be your only one, but he can live with older children.
Spacey (Stokenchurch Dog Rescue, Bucks.)
Spacey was devastated to find herself back in rescue after almost 2 years in a home. She’s a sweet Lakeland X who needs a secure garden to play in and her people around most of the time. She doesn’t like other animals and wears a muzzle when out. She doesn’t mind at all!
Gizmo (Cheltenham Animal Shelter, Gloucestershire)
Lovely Gizmo is an older Staffie boy who still likes to play and have lots of affection from his family. He’s fine with dogs outside but would like to be the only pet in a loving home where any children are 12+. It’s time he went to his new home.
Charlie (Animal Adoption International, fostered Portsmouth)
Charlie is a very sweet and good natured Collie Cross who would like to live in an active home where any children are 12+ years old. He can live with other dogs but has not been cat-tested. Could you give Charlie his forever home?
Dash (RSPCA Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire)
16/5/22 – Dash is now reserved!
Dash was too energetic for his elderly owner. He’s only 11, so still youthful for a Collie! He needs a child-free home where he won’t be left for long. He’s a sensitive boy and was very upset about moving to kennels, so you must be calm and understanding.
Lola (Foal Farm Animal Rescue, Kent)
Lola loves ball games, treats and fuss from those she trusts. She’s shy at first but worth putting in the effort to befriend because she’s so soppy and fun! She enjoys walks with other dogs but wants to be the only pet in a child free home. She’s adorable!
Billy & Buddy Beagles! (Oldies Club, fostered Norfolk)
Billy and his younger best friend Buddy (deaf) are a devoted Beagle duo who don’t like to be separated. They even share one big bed at night! They need a cat-free home with a nice garden. Billy and Buddy love walks and food!
Poppy (The Fairy Dog Fosterers, fostered Worcs.)
Poppy is a beautiful German Shorthaired Pointer who loves her walks out and about. She can live with children but it’s not known how she reacts to other dogs and she cannot live with cats, so a loving, pet-free home for her would be perfect.
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).
Mandy (Rescue Remedies, kennelled Surrey)
Darling Mandy is only up for short, gentle walks these days. She wants to be an only pet and for her walkies to be in quiet areas with lots of interesting smells. She’s ever such a good girl for a treat and loves cuddles and kisses!
Maisie (Forest of Dean Dog Rescue, Gloucestershire)
Pretty Maisie is a small staffy with a sweet temperament. She’s looking for a home with someone around throughout the day to give her the essential cuddles she requires. She would like to be your only pet.
Mitzi (Safe Rescue, fostered Norfolk)
This gentle lady is looking for a peaceful, adult-only home with at least one other friendly dog to help her confidence. She’s OK with cats, generally. She’s shy of strangers but loves treats from anyone! Mitzi’s favourite occupation is snoozing on the sofa or her own comfy bed… bliss!
Babi (Forgotten Souls Rescue, fostered Coventry)
Babi loves all people and is friendly and affectionate. She enjoys short walks, can be left and is house-trained. She is used to living with children and other dogs but would equally be happy as the only pet. Babi would make an ideal companion.
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?
Pretty, smiling Spot! (Oldies Club, fostered Dumfries & Galloway)
02/05/2022: No more applications please. Spot has been reserved!
Sweet, gentle Spot needs an adult-only, rural home with people at home most of the time. She loves fairly long, peaceful walks and is an ideal gardening companion. Spot likes a good routine, so only apply if you can provide that. We want Spot to keep her smile!
Paco (Starfish Dog Rescue, fostered Gloucestershire)
**Reserved**
Paco is a little star who is easy to live with and is good with everyone, including children and other dogs. He would suit a retired couple with or without another dog. He enjoys going shopping for toys, dining out and travelling out and about.
Blacky (Bid to Save a Stray, fostered Worcestershire)
Blacky is a sweet older boy who loves his home comforts and prefers the company of women! He likes to roam and roll around in the garden and is currently living with 2 dogs but would be happy as an only pet. Blacky doesn’t ask for much in life.
Tanner (Starfish Dog Rescue, fostered Gloucestershire)
**Reserved**
Handsome Tanner is an ex-working Cocker Spaniel now enjoying the comforts of a foster home. He has limited eyesight but gets around fine and enjoys his walks and ball play. He can live with or without another dog and tends not to take much notice of children. He’s a sweet boy who just wants to be your pet.
Niko (Friends of Akitas, kennelled Notts.)
Niko is a well behaved, loving, playful boy who will make you smile every day. He loves walks and is friendly with both dogs and humans of all ages. He needs peace at home so he wants to be an only pet and could live with teenagers. He loves fuss!
Bruno (via Freshfields Animal Rescue, in his current home)
Bruno is a friendly and very active Crossbreed who loves getting out and about. He lives with another dog but would be best suited as the only pet in a quiet home. Bruno loves company and so would like someone around for most of the time.
Will Chow (Rescue Remedies, Surrey)
Will is a Chow Chow who is undaunted by rain or mud in his pursuit of interesting smells on walks. He’s choosy about other dogs but currently lives peacefully with two foster siblings. He’s fine about being brushed which is just as well as he’s fluffy in the extreme!
Leon & Rossi (Safe Rescue, fostered Norwich)
Leon the Pointer X and his friend Rossi lived together in Spain until their owner became too ill to keep them. They are a sweet old couple who need a home with someone around most of the day. They should be fine with kind children.
Barney (Freshfields Animal Rescue, Liverpool)
Barney is looking for either a foster or forever home with no other pets and only adults about. He’s nervous of many things so he needs humans with experience of sensitive dogs and to get out of kennels urgently. He wants a quiet life or routine and fuss!
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!
Roxy (via Freshfields Animal Rescue, in her current home)
Roxy is a Lakeland x Patterdale lady who is affectionate and full of life. She needs a quiet, pet-free home with experienced owners who are around most of the time as she loves company.
Amie (SOKS, kennelled Cornwall)
Amie has survived who-knows-what and come through it a loving, sweet-natured, loyal dog. She wants to be the only pet in a home where any young people are aged 16+. She desperately wants to be out of kennels and in a comfy foster or forever home full of love!
Dolci (Freshfields Animal Rescue, Liverpool)
Dolci was very upset moving to kennels. On short breaks with staff she’s been a perfect houseguest. Poor Dolci is nervous of new people. Could you offer her an adult-only home with few visitors? She wants to be your only pet and have lots of love.
Tye (Rescue Remedies, Surrey)
Sweet old Tye is a gentle Ambull looking for a peaceful adult-only home. He gets on with other friendly dogs and is generally a playful and happy boy. He’s a sensitive soul so he needs a nicely predictable life of jolly walks, tennis balls, treats and 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?
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?
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!
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!
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.
Mika (Rescue Remedies, West Sussex)
Mika is a fabulous lad who will do well with owners who are experienced with terriers or lurchers. You’ll need to be careful that he isn’t given the opportunity to escape out of a door or the garden.
Snow (Romanian Rescue Appeal, fostered Wirral)
Snow is as lovely as she looks! She’s affectionate and walks beautifully on the lead. She doesn’t want to deal with cats or children in her home but she does want another nice dog or two. Could you give this gentle soul the relaxing retirement she deserves?