Gorgeous Gordon is such a lovely, sweet boy who is very friendly with everyone. He adores children and is very good with dogs, though he’s not sure about cats. He loves having his fluffy coat brushed too. He is simply gorgeous.
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.
Darling Daisy! (Oldies Club, fostered South Wales)
Yes, all this cuteness could be yours! Daisy is as sweet as she looks. She’s good with other dogs, children and cats. Gentle and affectionate, she loves belly rubs almost as much as she loves walkies. She’s the perfect little companion!
Bella (Pawprints To Freedom, fostered Kent)
True to her name, Bella is a beautiful, friendly, affectionate and gentle lady. She just loves everyone and greets them with a wagging tail. She’s good with other dogs and walks well on the lead; she loves her walks. Could you give Bella the love she deserves?
Lenny (Safe Rescue, fostered Norfolk)
10/10/2018 Happy news that Lenny is now reserved and had many enquiries after being seen on the Oldies Club.
Lenny is just another little black dog that no-one notices, but his lovely temperament does set him apart. He’s a friendly boy who loves people, adores children and enjoys playing with other dogs. He just loves to soak up all the fuss he’s missed out on until now.
Lola (Freshfields Animal Rescue, Liverpool)
Lola looks like butter wouldn’t melt, but she has issues around the home and needs an experienced, committed owner who will heed Freshfields’ advice. She could live with a cat but cannot be around children.
Tilly (Freshfields Animal Rescue, Liverpool)
Tilly’s world has been turned upside down by the death of her beloved owner with whom she had lived since puppyhood. Tilly is so frightened in rescue and needs a quiet home with a new mum to love. Please could you help?
Ada (Pawprints To Freedom, fostered Kent)
Super cute, little Ada loves life in the U.K. and is sharing her love of life with everyone. She’s very friendly and gets on well with other dogs too. All she needs to make her life perfect is a loving home to call her own.
Darcy (Rovers Dog Rescue, Essex)
Are you looking for a lap warmer? If so, Darcy is available and ready to settle down and snuggle! She is a super sweet natured and loving girl who is asking for no more than a cuddle and a walk. Who could resist that cute little face?
Brad (Safe Rescue, fostered Norfolk)
Brilliant Brad is a charming, little lap dog and a wonderful, calm companion in the home. Perfect little Terrier that he is, he is brilliant with other dogs, great with children and even okay with cats. Anyone would be so lucky to give this lovely lad his forever home.
Snowball & Molly (DogsFriends, Somerset)
Newly-retired litter sister Poodle x Bichons, Snowball and Molly, need a loving home together. They would like to have a calm little resident dog to show them the ropes about life in a proper home. Could you help them both?
Leo (Freshfields Animal Rescue, Liverpool)
Cute and quirky little Leo is happy meeting other dogs on walks but wants to be the only pet at home. He will protect you from the postman and alert you to the doorbell ringing, before being a fuss-loving softie with anyone who comes in!
Lucky and Suzie (Raystede Centre for Animal Welfare, East Sussex)
Lucky and Suzie are an adorable pair of Terriers who really need to be back enjoying home comforts rather than in kennels. They are playful, loving and enjoy lots of cuddles. They are fine with other dogs but are not used to living with children. All they want is to be back home and loved.
Jack (Private Rehoming, Suffolk)
Happy, busy, affectionate little Jack is the ideal companion for an active retired person with Terrier experience. He wants to be the only pet at home as he’s used to being the centre of attention. Rightly so, as he’s such a character. Small, jolly and always on-hand to help!
Patch & Baby (NASSL, County Durham)
Patch and Baby are devoted to one another and need to stay together. They are fit and healthy little dogs and will enjoy going out for long walks with you. Could you offer them a fun new home together?
Holly (Stray Aid, Durham)
Holly is a diamond of a dog! She’s compact, shiny hearted and extremely bright. She wants to be the only pet at home. She has enough character and affection to fill a house, easily! She’s a wonderful little companion, who’ll give you moral support in all you do!
Prince (Helping Pets North East)
Cute Prince is a lively, intelligent and social Cairn/Westie Cross. He’s hard of hearing but is being easily trained with hand signals. Prince gets on with other dogs and could live with older children but no cats please. He’s rather adorable.
Eric (Rehoming Animal Telephone Service, Hertfordshire)
Eric will follow you about all day, in case you need his help, and hop onto your lap whenever possible! He’s a dear little soul who’s good with other small dogs and a lovely companion both in the home and out on adventures. Need a lap warmer?
Dennis (Ardley Rescue Kennels, Oxfordshire)
Dennis looks so spiffy in his cute little socks! He has all those wonderful quirks that come standard with a terrier; he loves a fuss, talking to you (both with his tail and his mouth) and chasing a ball and refusing to bring it back. He can be a little grumbly when he’s tired, but mostly he is a real sweetie who thrives on human attention. If you love the true terrier character, he’s the one for you!
Sassy (Safe Rescue, fostered Norwich)
Sweet and cute little Sassy has moved from home to home, never really getting a chance to experience being settled in a forever home as she deserves. All she is asking for is a quiet, peaceful life where she feels safe and content. She is a little shy but when she bonds with you her sweet and loving nature shines through.
Alfie (Jerry Green Dog Rescue, North Yorkshire)
Cute Alfie with the big ears is looking for a quiet, adult home as the only pet. He will be a loyal companion who enjoys life with people who have the time and energy for him. He’s at his happiest with people, playing with toys and going for walks. Could he be your best friend?
Rusty (Jerry Green Dog Rescue, North Yorkshire)
Rusty is looking for a friend please as he has lots of love to give. He’d like a quiet, retirement home with a comfy lap, a cosy sofa and someone to spend the day with. Rusty would make a perfect companion in an adult, pet-free environment.
Basil (Rescue Remedies, Surrey)
Small and beautiful Basil is a Terrier lover’s dream! He’s 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 try to snuggle up to you whenever he can. Such a cutie!
Do you have some TLC for Toby? (Oldies Club, fostered Carmarthenshire)
Toby is a darling old boy who demands that his meals are provided on the dot! He loves to snooze in a comfortable armchair, or a deckchair outside on a sunny day. He only needs short walks. Could you offer Toby the TLC he deserves and expects?
Ollie (MiniMutts Dog Rescue, fostered Portsmouth)
A total gentleman loved by all he meets, Ollie is a small Crossbreed with a lovely face. He has been diagnosed with epilepsy which is being managed by medication and has been seizure-free since. He’s great with kids and dogs, though prefers to live with older ones, and could possibly live with a dog-savvy cat. Could someone please give cute Ollie the chance he needs?
Max (South East Dog Rescue, Kent)
Poor little Max is very sad and confused about what has happened to his beloved Dad, and why he is in kennels with strangers. Max is a lovely dog who will make a perfect companion to a (semi-)retired person. Could you help Max?
Sukie (Leash of Life, fostered Somerset)
Sweet Sukie would like a home with another dog for her to interact and play with. She’s shy with strangers but very loving when she knows you. Sukie needs to get used to being walked on a lead – would you be happy to help her with this?
Lola (Adopt A Dog North East)
Dear little Lola just wants to be near you and know she’s loved! She can live with other dogs, cats and children. She’ll be happy as long as she has company and affection… and a sunny garden please!
Olly (Dogs Trust Newbury, Berkshire)
Cute little terrier Olly will never fail to make you smile with his quirky terrier ways. He loves being busy, with toys, going for walks and learning new things. He will have to get used to you, but once he does, he will make sure you are loved. This little chap is going to make someone very happy!
Jake (Animal Action Trust, Essex)
This little Jack Russell with a big smile is the charming and characterful Jake. He’s looking for a human companion or two who love walks as much as him. He needs an adult only home, plenty of fuss and soft toys to express his Terrier nature sometimes.
Archie (Animal Adoption International, fostered Scotland)
Archie is super-sweet and affectionate, as well as adorable! He just wants kisses and belly rubs and will shower you with unconditional love and devotion in return. He isn’t very keen on other dogs so needs to be your only one. Otherwise, he is the most loving boy who will make a loyal companion for whoever adopts him.
Cassie (RSPCA Danaher Animal Home, Essex)
Reserved!
Cassie is a cute and active girl who would love an owner who will take her out for long countryside rambles. She loves a fuss too, but she isn’t a couch potato. Cassie would like to be your only pet.
Spot (Wythall Animal Rescue, West Midlands)
Little Spot’s three legs are perfectly sufficient for him to get out and about and enjoy life. He has a fabulous character and needs a new person to love. Spot is also available to foster and his veterinary costs would be covered by the rescue. 2/9/18 – Spot still needs a home!
Bernie (All Dogs Matter, North London)
Bernie is a dinky JRT with a big heart. He likes taking his human out to explore and socialise. At home, he’s content to enjoy your company from the comfort of his bed, but he does like a bit of lap time too. 1/9/18 – Bernie still needs a home!
Zac (Last Chance Animal Rescue, Kent)
Zac is the perfect little companion if you want a cheerful, dinky dog to busily follow you about in case you need help. In the evening he will gladly snuggle on the sofa with you. For an active retired person Zac will be the bestest of best friends. Such a good listener! 15/10/18 – 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. 2/9/18 – William is still waiting!