Cute Katie is a true lap dog who simply loves people and likes to be with them the majority of the time. She would like to be the only pet in the home for all the fuss and could live with teenagers she can snuggle up to. Katy is so irresistible, isn’t she?
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.
Benjie and Misha (Mayhew Animal Home, NW London)
Benjie and Misha are best buddies and are an adorable pair of Staffies looking for a loving home together. They’re friendly, well-behaved and affectionate and would like an active home where they are the only pets and any children are 16+. Can you help Benjie and MIsha?
Stocky (Mayhew Animal Home, NW London)
Stocky is a handsome, sociable English Bull Terrier who is calm and well-behaved. He’s fine with dogs outside and could live with another compatible dog but not cats. Stocky can live with children aged 8+, knows his basic commands and travels well.
Benji (Derby & District RSPCA Animal Centre)
Cute Benji is a sweet, well-trained lad who wants to devote himself to someone special. He’s a very clean boy and doesn’t like to mess in his kennel so needs to be in a home ASAP. He’s good on-lead and loves a game of ball.
Toby (RSPCA Westmorland Branch, Cumbria)
Toby is such a happy, smiley and lively Staffy who is looking for an active, loving home. He would like to be the only pet in the home where any children are school age as he can be quite bouncy. He’s good in the house, can be left and travels well.
Scooby (Freshfields Animal Rescue, Liverpool)
Scooby’s owner died and a relative spent the day driving around rescues to try to find one that could help. Scooby is an affectionate, cuddly boy who would like a quiet home where he can curl up and snooze the day away, preferably with you close by.
Archie (Mayhew Animal Home, fosteredNW London)
*Reserved*
Archie is a cute Jack Russell and is a very affectionate and chatty boy. He’s friendly with people and can live with teenagers and another calm dog. He’d love an owner with plenty of time to shower him with love and include him in daily activities.
Jake (Leicester Animal Aid)
Gorgeous Jake loves food and cuddles, so he’s obviously an astute boy! He needs to lose a pound or two, but will enjoy fun outings plus games with his toys to help him trim down. Could you offer Jake a fun life?
Alfie (Leicester Animal Aid)
20/2/2020 Alfie is reserved and packing his bags ready to go home soon.
Alfie promises to be a fun and loving friend to his new family. He’s a good traveller so will enjoy going for outings and holidays with you. Could you offer loveable Alfie a home?
Kolo and Tinkerbell (Cheltenham Animal Shelter, Gloucestershire)
These two cuties are Kolo and Tinkerbell and they are the best of friends looking for a loving home together. They would like to be the only pets and can live with childred aged 13+. If you’re looking for a pair of lap dogs to cuddle up with, then look no further!
Dotty (Chilterns Dog Rescue Society, Herts.)
Delightful old Dotty needs a quiet home where she will have easy access to a secure garden. She likes to have someone with her most of the day. Could you help Dotty?
Harley (All Animals Rescue and Rehome, Essex)
Soppy Staffy Cross, Harley, is just the sweetest, cuddliest and most loving lady who just wants to snuggle with people, dogs, cats – she loves everyone and is a pleasure in every way. Do you have a loving home for her?
Lucky Diddy Dotty! (Oldies Club, fostered Edinburgh)
16/2/20 – We’ve been inundated with applications for Dotty and cannot accept any more. Please consider another needy oldie, thank you!
Copper (South East Dog Rescue, Kent)
Copper is a cute Jack Russell who loves being on your lap with lots of cuddles once she knows you. She’s looking for a quiet, adult home as the only dog. She lives with cats but does chase them outside. Copper will make a loyal and loving friend.
Smithy (National Animal Welfare Trust, Cornwall)
Clever little Smithy is looking for a single person, living in or near Cornwall, who will take him for good walks, reassure him when he frets and supply him with squeaky toys! He doesn’t do cats or children but another dog is possible. A garden for zoomies is a must!
Mirabel (Safe Rescue, fostered Norfolk)
Mirabel was so terrified of people that she wasn’t able to be rehomed until now – 2 years after coming to the UK. She loves the company of other dogs and is so much braver with people. Mirabel needs a patient, adult-only home.
Pretty little Lilly! (Oldies Club, fostered Devon)
Pretty Lily needs someone at home with her most of the time. She’s full of energy and loves to go for long walks. She’d be ideal for a home-worker who goes for a walk or run before getting started on work. Could you help Lily?
Jed (Stray Dogs Sanctuary, Devon)
Jed has always lived in an outdoor kennel, but at 11 years of age he is desperate to learn about the joys of living in warmth and comfort. He’s used to being with dogs but not cats or children.
Leaha and Charlie (Good Life Dog Rescue, South Yorkshire)
Abandoned in a forest the week before Christmas, Leaha and Charlie are devoted friends who have relied upon each other through very tough times and must stay together. Could you offer these gorgeous dogs a quiet home together?
Bentley (Stokenchurch Dog Rescue, Bucks.)
This flying Jack Russell cross (sticking his tongue out for concentration) is Bentley! He’s looking for a quiet, adult only home as an only pet and owners who will be considerate of his shyness with strangers. He’s amusing, loving and cute!
Joey-1 (Cheltenham Animal Shelter, Gloucestershire)
Cute Joey will make a fabulous little companion in a quiet home. After he’s had a walk he’s happy to snooze the afternoon away in his bed. Could you offer him a chilled retirement?
Zeebo (Freshfields Animal Rescue, Liverpool)
Gentle, soppy Zeebo is a super friendly boy who could live with a calm dog, older children, and a hamster! He’s very sad right now as he has returned to Freshfields as he didn’t get on with his new family’s cat. He needs a calm, caring home and regular gentle walks.
Princess (Rescue Remedies, kennelled Surrey)
Princess’s owner was so upset about having to give her up, having originally rescued her from a rough situation. How sad! She’s such a lovely old girl who needs to be out of kennels and in a loving home. Could you help her?
Rex (RSPCA Macclesfield, kennelled Derbyshire)
Rex wasn’t looked after properly in his previous home and he needs a loving, caring home to retire to. Could you offer Rex a happy future?
Lottie (Animal Rescue Cymru, West Wales)
Lottie is a loving little Jack Russell lady who will be a perfect companion. She’s active for her age so needs nice walks. She’d like a quiet retirement home, without children, where she will be your only pet.
Milo (via Freshfields Animal Rescue, Liverpool)
Milo wants to be the lap-dog of a special person who will give him time and space. He doesn’t want to be around children or dogs but is fine with cats. You’ll need to be able to visit him a few times for him to get to know you.
Kenzy (Safe Rescue, fostered Norfolk)
Pretty Kenzy spent 7 years in a Romanian shelter and has never known love and kindness. She is quiet and shy but progressing well. She needs a loving home where she can get used to life’s luxuries at her own pace.
Castel (Safe Rescue, fostered Norfolk)
Castel survived 7 years in a Romanian shelter by making himself invisible but he’s gradually learning the joys of not having to hide in the shadows. He happy-dances at food time! Could you offer him the patience and love he deserves?
Poppy and Billy (Teckels Rehoming and Boarding, Gloucester)
Poppy and Billy are looking for a loving, quiet retirement home together where they can enjoy their remaining years with oodles of TLC. The love human company so need someone around most of the time.
Kiki (Foal Farm Animal Rescue, Kent)
Kiki is a sweet little girl looking for a home close to Foal Farm as she needs regular vet checks for Cushing’s. She is a lovely, gentle soul who is happily sharing her foster home with dogs and a child.
Parky (All Dogs Matter, fostered North London)
Parky is a cute little Jack Russell Cross whose owner has sadly passed away. He really enjoys the company of people and is a typically happy chap. Parky is always happy to accompany you by car or public transport and can live with children aged 8+ in a pet-free home.
Shankly (Freshfields Animal Rescue, Liverpool)
Cute Shankly is a fun boy who loves walkies and playing with toys. He’s good in the home and can be left for a couple of hours. Could you offer Shankly a child-free home and allow him plenty of time to settle?
Chatty Missy Tickletum! (Oldies Club, fostered Lancashire)
Missy loves food and tummy tickles! She is an obedient girl who enjoys attention. Missy needs to be your only pet in an adult home. She enjoys your company but she is fine to be left on her own for a couple of hours.
Bobby (Dogs Trust Newbury, Berkshire)
23/2/20 – Bobby is now reserved
Bobby likes to get to know people slowly and only wants fuss, well, when he wants it! He’s his own person and that must be respected. He’s OK with other dogs on walks but wants to be the only pet in an adult only home. Are you worthy of his cuteness?
Ellie (Dogs Trust Newbury, Berkshire)
Ellie is a bright girl who is great fun and enjoys learning new things. She likes to take her time to get to know you and needs a quiet, adult-only home with lovely, patient people. 22/2/20 – Ellie still needs a home
Could Buddy be your buddy? (Oldies Club, fostered Hampshire)
Buddy’s ideal home will have people at home virtually all day or a resident dog to be his buddy. He doesn’t like to be left for long periods and will need time to settle. Buddy is good with cats and is a lovely, gentle boy.
Bluebell (Freshfields Animal Rescue, Liverpool)
Each time we update Bluebell’s page, her face is more grey and the hope is fading from her eyes. Bluebell needs to be the only pet of a calm, experienced owner who can be with her all day. Surely someone can offer her that? 6/2/20 – Bluebell still needs a home
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! 22/2/20 – Basil still needs a home
Mike (Dogs Trust Newbury, Berkshire)
If you want to offer a home to a dog that no-one else seems to notice, you could be the person for Mike. He’s an energetic boy who loves playing fetch. He also loves cuddles. Mike will fill your life with fun if you just give him the chance… 22/2/20 – Mike still needs a home!