Dolly is a little sweetheart who is still full of fun. She isn’t used to being left on her own so needs someone at home most of the time. She loves walks and is fine with calm, polite dogs outside. She’d like to be your only pet and be doted on please.
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.
Lacey (Teckels Animal Sanctuaries, Gloucestershire)
Sweet, little Lacey is an active Patterdale Terrier who loves playing with her toys. She would like to be the only pet at home but doesn’t mind other dog walking friends. Lacey can live with older children or just adults, as long as she gets lots of love.
Pretty Molly Patterdale! (Oldies Club, fostered West Sussex)
Molly is a proper little oldie at age 16, but she still enjoys good walks and outings. She wags her tail at everyone and her foster carer says she is the easiest and most polite girl to have around. Could you offer pretty Molly a lovely home?
Alfie (Romanian Rescue Appeal, fostered South Wales)
Alfie is a Chihuahua-type Crossbreed who has suffered terrible neglect in Romania. He loves to be with people and enjoys the company of other dogs. Being gentle, he could also live with cats though any children should be older. He’s well-behaved and house-trained, quite the perfect little gent.
Lavender (Love Underdogs, Essex)
Lavender will be a super special dog in the right home. She has a wonderful personality! She is joyful, enthusiastic and very endearing. Good with other confident dogs and good at alerting you there’s someone at the door. She’s adorable!
Molly (Private Rehoming, Greater Manchester)
Adorable Molly is a very loving Shih Tzu who is looking for a quiet home with a garden and someone with time to give her the love and cuddles she needs. She can live with other dogs, cats and children but would prefer a peaceful home to relax in. Molly would be such a lovely companion.
Lottie (Animal Rescue Cymru, West Wales)
Lottie is a very loving, little Jack Russell lady who likes to have lots of human contact and would be a perfect companion. She’s quite active for her age and is looking for a quiet, retirement home with older or no children, but she seems fine to live with cats.
Maxx (Rescue Remedies, Surrey)
Maxx is a tiny boy but full of life! He’s the perfect companion for a retired person or couple. He doesn’t need much walking but does need a secure garden and tennis ball. He’s good in the car, friendly with new people and utterly devoted to his loved ones.
Trimmer Trigger – trainee adventurer! (Oldies Club, fostered Newcastle Upon Tyne)
15/7/19 – Trigger has proved to be very popular and we can’t take any more enquiries about him, sorry. Please consider another lovely Terrier type.
Loving Little Layla! (Oldies Club, fostered County Durham)
Layla needs a quiet, comfortable home where she can be your little companion. She enjoys a short walk and a potter in the garden. A comfy bed and some tasty treats keep her happy. She enjoys peace and quiet so doesn’t want to be around youngsters.
Mogwei (Foal Farm Animal Rescue, Kent)
Mogwei is a very friendly Pug who’s depressed in kennels and needs an extra special, local home. He has intervertebral disc disease which means he loses the use of his back legs. He can manage short walks but is happy exploring in his buggy. He is child and dog friendly, but prefers a pet-free home. Can you help Mogwei?
Maya (Save Anca’s Dogs & Cats, fostered Lancashire)
Maya is an adorable little girl! She’s good with most other dogs and older children. She loves cuddles from those she trusts and treats from just about anyone. She likes her walks just as much as snoozing and she’s really cute!
Charlie (Foal Farm Animal Rescue, Kent)
Charlie is an amicable chap who would suit a mature, quiet home where there are no children. He can possibly live with another dog and also a cat subject to introductions. Can you offer Charlie his forever home?
Gyp & Joy (Chilterns Dog Rescue Society, Hertfordshire)
Gyp and Joy are only 5 years old. As different as chalk and cheese, but utterly devoted to one another, they can’t be parted. They used to live with a cat and chickens and would like a quiet rural home and moderate exercise. A new home is proving elusive for them – could you help?
Cuify (Dantes Dream Dog Rescue, fostered Leeds)
Cuify is a Lhasa Apso Cross who needs a quiet home with no children. He would like you to be with him most of the time and you will need to be experienced with dogs as he has some issues with resource guarding.
Cyril (Mayhew Animal Home, NW London)
An adorably cute, red Pomeranian Cross, Cyril is full of character and loves to climb on a lap for cuddles. He can be grumpy with other dogs and is looking for an adult home where he is the only pet. He needs someone to be around for most of the time to give him lots of love and who can resist him?
Charlie (Safe Rescue, fostered Norfolk)
Sadly, Charlie is back in rescue as his owner has passed away. He’s really missing his retirement home and would be a perfect addition to any family as he’s great with dogs, cats and children, lovely lad that he is.
Poppy (Safe Rescue, fostered Norfolk)
Poppy’s main interests in life, besides having humans to love and to love her, are food and sleep, both in equal measure. She is an easy, quiet girl to have around. Just feed her and provide her with a comfy bed and she’s all yours. She’s a cute little angel who will bring you a lot of joy so if she melts your heart with that face, why don’t you adopt her?
Pretty as a daisy, Maisey! (Oldies Club, fostered Cardiff)
Maisey is a content little soul, so long as you realise that Maisey always knows best! She’d like a quiet home and would be perfect for someone with Shih Tzu experience. She’s OK with dogs but might be best as your only one.
Archie (Battersea Dogs and Cats Home, fostered Kent)
With bags of personality, adorable Archie is a typical, Jack Russell/Parsons Terrier who equally enjoys exploring outdoors followed by lounging on the sofa with cuddles. He’s friendly with other dogs but would prefer being the only pet in the home as a cheeky and affectionate family companion.
Bobby (Safe Rescue, fostered Norfolk)
Cute little Bobby was terrified of being touched not long ago but now likes cuddles with his foster carer. He’s ready for a new life as a doted on only pet. He needs time to come round but is adorable when he does! Are you the kind human he needs?
Oscar (Cotswolds Dogs & Cats Home, Gloucs.)
Cute little Oscar is a sweet chap looking for a quiet home with a kind person to take care of him. He’d like a pleasant garden to explore plus regular short walks. He needs to be your only pet but enjoys a stroll with other dogs. He loves to paddle and swim!
Ruby (Freshfields Animal Rescue, Liverpool)
Ruby is a little girl full of character who seems to have mild brain damage. She needs to be allowed to do things in her own time and not be put in situations she finds uncomfortable. Ruby needs a calm, confident and sensible person to take care of her.
Ike (Safe Rescue, fostered Norfolk)
Cutie pie Ike would like a home with another friendly dog to show him the ropes. He can be shy with new people as he spent most of his life in a shelter in Romania. He’s learning that walkies are such fun, they’re worth getting in the car for!
Aimee (Saving Romanian Strays, fostered Scotland)
Adorable Aimee is feeling like a puppy, running around and smiling, now that she’s feeling better and enjoying life in the U.K. She’s clean in the house, great with the dogs and even loves the cats! Life could only get better in her own forever home.
Rufus (NAWT, Berkshire)
Rufus and his toy collection are seeking a adult-only, terrier-experienced home. He is quite a character and can be very sweet and cuddly, but he must wear his muzzle when he is out and about in public.
Phyllis (Love Underdogs, Essex)
Little Phyllis from Romania needs a quiet and comfortable home to retire to. Short, interesting walks and long, relaxing snoozes on the sofa are at the top of her list of requirements. Could this short-legged little darling be your new friend?
Rupert (Love Underdogs, Essex)
Rupert was kept confined in a small cage in Romania. He needs a calm home, with a steady doggy friend, with rescue-experienced people who will let him be himself. He delights in new experiences and deserves lovely walks and peaceful snoozes.
Dante (Pawprints To Freedom, fostered Surrey)
Handsome Dante is flourishing in foster care and ready for an adult home. He’s a lovely litte fellow who adores other dogs, but he has not been cat tested. He just wants to be loved for the gorgeous boy he is.
Mara (Romanian Rescue Appeal, fostered South Shropshire)
Mara is so rewarding to be with and deserves a special, loving home. She was found crippled in Romania but is now flourishing in the UK. She enjoys short walks but soon gets tired. Mara is cheerful, affectionate and gets on with dogs and children. What a sweetheart.
Bilbo (Foal Farm Animal Rescue, Kent)
Bilbo has come from a stressful home situation and he is feeling very stressed in kennels. He is a friendly little chap who needs to be your only pet. He loves playtime sessions at Foal Farm and chilling out in the offices there.
Sonny (Chilterns Dog Rescue Society, Hertfordshire)
19/6/19 – Sonny is now reserved!
Sonny is an energetic Jack Russell who loves to be busy. He needs a rural home with a secure garden where he can have an active and fun-filled time. He walks well with other dogs but would like to be your only pet at home.
Milo & Phoebe (Freshfields Animal Rescue, Liverpool)
Milo and Phoebe are delightful Yorkshire Terriers who need a new home together. They get on well with dogs and could live with children over 10. They are also used to living with cats!
Foxy (Leicester Animal Aid)
Such a cutie and with the typical Chihuahua character, Foxy likes being pampered and in the limelight. She’s happy to socialise outside but prefers to be the only pet with any children being older teenagers. She’s adorable and has a big personality.
Bess (Four Paws Animal Rescue, Lancashire)
Bess’s Mum has sadly passed away and it was her dearest wish that Bess would find a loving home again. She is a very friendly Jack Russell looking for a quiet retirement place but is still active and enjoys going out. Can you help Bess?
Bentley (Stokenchurch Dog Rescue, Buckinghamshire)
Agility training? “Yes please” says Bentley, as he loves to show off on the equipment at the rescue. It’s good for his confidence too as he’s a sensitive lad who is wary of new people. He’d like a quiet home (and hopefully agility too)! 12/7/19 – Bentley still needs a home
Patty (Stokenchurch Dog Rescue, Buckinghamshire)
Pretty Patty the Patterdale is a fun-loving, active oldie who would love owners who will take her for long walks. She also loves snuggles on the sofa. Could you offer Patty the home she’s been waiting for? 12/7/19 – Patty still needs a home
Louis (Poodles In Need, Lincolnshire)
Louis is a young at heart miniature poodle looking for a quiet home with an experienced poodle person. He loves his walks and is good on the lead. Would Louis fit on your lap?
Basil (Rescue Remedies, Surrey)
Small and beautiful Basil is happy explore new places as well as keeping busy patrolling familiar ones. Once he bonds with you, he’s extremely affectionate and will roll over for tummy rubs and snuggle up to you whenever he can. Such a cutie! 10/6/19 – Basil still needs a home
William (Chancepixies Animal Welfare, Kent)
Little William’s dad passed away and he’s now looking for an experienced and understanding adult-only home. He’s led an insular life and arrived in rescue very underweight so food is an issue with him. He loves his walks and deserves a happy, forever home. 10/6/19 – William is still waiting!