Sweet old Mitchell is looking for a nice quiet home where he can put up his paws and relax. He’s 13 years old so deserves some peace and quiet in his golden years. Mitchell is a lovely old boy who gets along with children of all ages and can even live with cats!
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.
Companionable Murphy Beagle! (Oldies Club, fostered Staffordshire)
Beagle lovers this way please! Murphy is full of houndy character and is a fun chap to have around. He doesn’t like to be left on his own so needs someone home most of the time. He likes other dogs and might enjoy being part of a little pack.
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.
Coquettish Cassie ballerina! (Oldies Club, fostered Wiltshire)
Cassie is a gentle and sweet Greyhound lady who despite her age, still does a joyful half-pirouette when she’s happy. She only wants short walks and you can rely on her to be ever so well-behaved! Good with other dogs AND cats, she’s a lovely restful presence to grace your hearth.
Pip (Wonky Pets Rescue, fostered South Derbyshire)
Pip is a beautiful soul, both inside and out. This gorgeous boy loves having human company and just being with you, whether walking or snoozing beside you on the sofa. He is dog, cat and kid friendly. He also acts much younger than he is!
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.
Rico (Cheltenham Animal Shelter)
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.
Ruth (Pro Dogs Direct, fostered Kent)
This adorable little lady is Ruth and she’s looking for a quiet home with another calm dog to show her the way. She’s an ex-breeder and not used to home life, so needs someone with time and patience to help her settle in. Ruth is a sweet natured girl and she’ll make a wonderful companion.
Pembie (Friends of the Animals, fostered South Wales)
For having not lived in a home before, Pembie is taking to it very quickly. She has learned to love her treats and the joys of toy collecting in a very short time and should progress even further with a kind, gentle owner and a resident dog to show her the way. She is a real sweetie.
Carol (Friends of the Animals, fostered Staffordshire)
Adorable little Carol is an ex-breeding dog who has sadly never experienced the love of an owner and a comfortable home. She is extremely timid at the moment as she gets used to her new life as a beloved companion. She needs the most special, wonderful and kind person to who will devote himself to giving her the life she should have had all along.
Ever cheerful Chip! (Oldies Club, fostered Oxfordshire)
10/04/18 – No more applications please! Chip has lots of wonderful offers to choose from already!
Chip loves meeting other dogs and having a gallop about with them! He’s always thrilled to meet new humans too but is nice and polite with it. Cats don’t find him so polite but apart from that, he’s the perfect dog. A real golden boy!
Bouncy Beagle Marnie! (Oldies Club, fostered Wiltshire)
Marnie’s upbeat nature is irrepressible! She’s a confident, friendly girl who will introduce herself nicely to any other dogs. She’s always busy, investigating all the amazing smells she can find or scampering about the garden but she does love a fuss and a cuddle too… when she has a minute!
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”.
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!
Levi (Boxer and Bully Saviours, Bath)
17/04/18 – Levi has been reserved! Good luck boy!
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 home, permanent or foster, to get him out of kennels. Levi is such a snuggly and respectful chap that he’s great with children and can live with dogs, but not cats please.
Pearl (Hilbrae Rescue Kennels, Shropshire)
Pearl is a beautiful girl who offers so much. She is seeking a patient and understanding owner who will help her settle in and to get used to a new place with her limited vision. She is still an active girl who enjoys her walks and could possibly live with another dog. If you love GSDs please read about Pearl!
Lucky – Cardboard shredder extraordinaire! (Oldies Club, fostered Notts)
If you have any cardboard items that need shredding, Lucky is your girl. When she’s not ridding the world of pesky paper products, Lucky likes to play with her toys and be your little friend. Could you offer Lucky a terrier-loving home and lots of companionship?
Raffa (Dogs Trust, Merseyside)
Gorgeous Raffa is a shy and gentle crossbreed boy who is hoping for a quiet new home. He can be nervous, so is looking for a patient owner who will take the time to get to know him and who is around most of the time. Once he feels secure with you, he will share his loving, playful nature and become a devoted companion. Can you make Raffa’s wish come true?
Gizmo (Blue Cross Tiverton, Devon)
Who can resist those beautiful blue eyes and soft coat? Gizmo is a great lad who is still full of energy and he has loads of love to give to his new special person. He will need some time to get settled and would like plenty of human company in the meantime. If you are Gizmo’s perfect human, please bring him home with you!
Cosy Toby requires armchair! (Oldies Club, fostered Carmarthenshire)
Toby is a darling old boy who simply wants to be cosseted. He requires a comfortable chair, replete with cushion and warm blankets. Short walks only please. And two delicious meals per day of soft meat cut up small. And would you be so good as to keep the heating on? Marvellous.
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.
Mystical Merlin ‘Maraner! (Oldies Club, fostered Norfolk)
Merlin the Weimaraner loves a long walk followed by a spot of gardening and then a cuddle on the sofa. He’s great with children and dogs and has a wonderful nature. He doesn’t like to be left on his own so needs active retired owners or to go to the office with you.
Cutie Tiger-Lily! (Oldies Club, fostered Oxfordshire)
Tiger-Lily (her foster carer calls her Lil’s) is a little sweetheart who still enjoys getting out and about. She’d love a home where she can be your cheery companion and also go for a couple of fun walks each day. Could Lily be your new friend?
Bobby (Boxer and Bully Saviours, fostered Leeds)
Silver faced Bobby is a real gem! He’s a 10 year old Boxer who is no bother at all. He’s house trained, likes his home comforts, but still enjoys a long walk and some playtime. Bobby loves human company so he’s looking for a home with someone who can spend plenty of time with him.
Gertie (Animal Adoption International, kennelled Essex)
Gorgeous Gertie is putting her sad past behind her and is now ready for the caring home she has never had. She’s loving, affectionate and quickly bonds with her special person. She is fine with other cats and dogs but would suit being an only pet in an adult home. With love and patience, she will bring great joy and make a wonderful companion.
Bailey (Ark Animal Rescue, Lincolnshire coast)
White-toed Staffy x Collie, 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. Could that be you?
Roxy (Dogs Trust Merseyside, fostered Merseyside)
Young at heart Roxy loves to play tug-of-war and with her toys. She’s an active lady for her 11 years and looking for someone to be her constant companion. Roxy would be happy to live with other dogs and children 10+. She’s a beautiful lady.
Nancy (Boxer and Bully Saviours, fostered Dumfries)
Nancy’s had a tough life, yet she’s one of the sweetest dogs you could ever meet. She adores everyone and top of her wish list is “cuddles”. Nancy needs a lifetime foster or permanent home, and because she’s been starved of affection she’d like to live with someone who is around a lot. Can you help her please?
Teala (Animal Rescue Cymru, West Wales)
Teala is a gorgeous Labrador Cross who has been waiting far too long for that lovely home. She’s very loving, friendly, affectionate and typically just loves her food. A pet-free home where any children are older would be perfect so she can have all the cuddles she deserves. 08/12/2017 – Beautiful girl Teala is still sadly waiting :(
Ruby (Animal Rescue Cymru, West Wales)
Loving and friendly, Ruby is a gorgeous Rottweiler who has been waiting for a loving home for too long. She can live with older children or in an adult-only, pet-free home. She’s very much a people-dog who enjoys her cuddles and walks. Could you make Ruby’s dream of a home come true? 08/12/2017 – Gorgeous Ruby is still sadly waiting! :(
Lilly (Boxer and Bully Saviours, fostered Gloucestershire)
Cheerful, affectionate, full of life and enthusiasm, Lilly is a joy to be with! She’s wonderful with children of any age because she’s a soppy girl. Friendly to all but fearless in her pursuit of squirrels, she’s a very loveable lady! 08/12/2017 – Gorgeous Lilly is still sadly waiting for her new home :(
Ted and Fido (RSPCA Solent Branch, Hampshire)
This adorable pair of youngsters are Ted and Fido, two beautiful Jack Russell Cross boys. They are both 2 years old and are just looking for someone special to love. They need someone who is around most of the time and would be happy to live with another little companion. So if you love little terriers, then this gorgeous twosome must surely be the ones for you? 08/12/2017 – This adorable pair are sadly still waiting for their new home! :(
Nero (Bath Cats and Dogs Home)
Calling all men! Nero is a big, playful and affectionate boy who would love to have a male owner who can 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 really love it! Can this big boy be your new best friend? 22/02/2018 – Gorgeous Nero is still sadly waiting!
Noodles (Freshfields Animal Rescue, Liverpool)
Noodles, a splendid Shar Pei, did find a new home but he so loved his new people that he panicked when they went out to work, and he had to return to Freshfields. He’s such a special boy that they still take him home for weekends, but what Noodles really needs is a permanent home where he won’t need to be left on his own. Can you help him? 08/02/2018 – Poor Noodles is Still waiting!
Dolly (Cleo’s Mutley Crew, North Lanarkshire)
Dinky Dolly is a gentle, affectionate girl who will make the perfect little companion. She wants a quiet life of short walks, garden pottering, napping with her owner nearby and lots of cuddles. She’s a people person and is sadly in kennels right now, as the her rescue has no foster places available. If you can offer her a home, either permanently or just until she’s adopted, you’ll have an eternally grateful companion to snuggle up to. Do you have any sofa space for Dolly? 06/12/2017 – Still Sadly Waiting! :(
Bluebell (Freshfields Animal Rescue, Liverpool)
While browsing Oldies for an hour,
My wandering glances fell
Upon a little trembling flower,
A single sweet Bluebell…
08/02/2018 – Gorgeous Bluebell is still waiting for her special someone to come and take her home!
Cooper (Freshfields Animal Rescue, Liverpool)
Super Cooper is a soppy, snuggly boy once he trusts you, but that trust takes time to build up. He’s definitely worth the effort because not only is he gorgeous, playful and very affectionate, he’s also extremely bright! He even keeps a diary which you can read a thrilling extract of… 08/02/2018 – Gorgeous Cooper is still sadly waiting for someone to take him home with them! :(
Leyla (Freshfields Animal Rescue, Liverpool)
Leyla’s kisses and cuddles are legendary. Why else would Eric Clapton write a song about her?! She’s got a lovely gentle nature and would be happy to live with children from 8 years old. She’d like a warm bed, sofa or spot in front of the fire and, most importantly, someone to just be with her much of the time. She’s the most genial and affectionate girl you could ever wish to meet, or cuddle! 08/02/2018 – Gorgeous Leyla is still waiting! :(
Biscuit – girl! (Dogs Trust West Calder, Scotland)
Biscuit is a pretty girl who has been waiting years for a new home. :( She can be a little shy at first but she soon becomes friends. Biscuit doesn’t like to be left on her own. She needs a quiet home with people who are around most of the time. She’s housetrained and loves a trip out in the car. Could you be the person Biscuit has been waiting for? 07/02/2018 – Beautiful Biscuit is sadly still waiting! :(