Poor Ted was handed into rescue with several health problems, but now he’s enjoying life to the full and ready for his forever home. Ted is absolutely adorable and has the sweetest nature. He’s a pleasure to take out for walks or in the car. Ted’s grown up with children and is good with dogs, livestock, poultry and even dog-savvy cats. What a perfect little gent he is.
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.
Ella (Love Underdogs, Essex)
Poor little Ella was in a pitiful state when she was rescued. She is gradually recovering and needs a very special, loving and caring home. Could Ella be your special little girl?
Bubbles (Helping Pets North East, Newcastle Upon Tyne)
Sweet little Bubbles was found as a stray and sadly wasn’t claimed. She is a happy girl who is good with children and is happy to meet other dogs. She’s loving going out for walks, especially as it seems that she hasn’t had much exercise previously.
Buddy (Foal Farm Animal Rescue, Kent)
This handsome boy is Buddy and he loves cuddles on laps! He enjoys training and is a quick learner, so it’s sad that he hasn’t had any training previously. Buddy needs an adult home but might be able to share with a female dog.
Julie (Foal Farm Animal Rescue, Kent)
Julie is a sweet staffy girl who loves cuddles and simply being with you. She can live with children and is good with dogs out and about but would prefer to be your only dog at home. Could Julie cuddle up to you please?
Max (Leicester Animal Aid)
Border/Patterdale Terrier Max is a lively and entertaining character, a typical terrier lad. He likes to keep you warm at night with lovely cuddles and, during the day, enjoys the great outdoors. Max would enjoy playing with older children aged 12+ and could enjoy the company of a compatible dog. He’s such a cutie.
Fred (RSPCA Leybourne, Kent)
Faithful Fred is a loving boy who is not doing well in kennels as he craves human contact with lots of cuddles. He would like a quiet home for plenty of nap time, where there are no other animals and children are 11+. He doesn’t want much, just lots of love, a comfy bed and a nice, sunny patch to lie in.
Bailey & Buddy (Pineapple Pet Sanctuary, Worcestershire)
Bailey and Buddy are exceedingly cute and very easy to love. They can live with children from age 5 and they get on with other dogs and confident cats. They enjoy chasing a football around and are very affectionate little poppets!
Fred & Roxie (Animal Rescue Cymru, West Wales)
Fred and Roxie are a pair of loving, jolly little Jack Russells who would like to find a happy home together. Bright-eyed Roxie will assess new people before deciding she loves them. Fred is outgoing and takes everything in his tiny stride. They’re both good with children AND cats!
George (All Dogs Matter, North London)
Gorgeous George is a super Staffordshire Bull Terrier Cross who’s looking for a cosy home, permanent or foster. He is happy to live with children aged 10+ and also another calm female as he’s used to living with other dogs. He does not want to live with cats though. Could you help George?
Leela (Bath Cats & Dogs Home)
Lovely Leela is ready and waiting to give you staffy love and cuddles! She greets everyone with a waggy tail and a big cheerful smile. Could you make Leela truly happy and offer her a home where someone will be with her most of the time?
Maddison (Leicester Animal Aid)
“Melt your heart” Maddison is the sweetest lady who enjoys a quiet life and is the perfect package to fill that doggy hole. She can live with teenagers but would like to be the only pet for all that snuggling up watching television. She’s an adorable sweetheart.
Bowie (Leicester Animal Aid)
10/10/2018 Lovely and friendly Bowie is now reserved and will be off to his forever home very soon.
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.
Alice (Rain Rescue, South Yorkshire)
Attentive, loving, cheerful girl Alice will always put a smile on your face! Apart from being a doting companion, wrangling tennis balls is the main focus of her existence. She can live with another friendly dog, but must get her tennis ball time!
Golden hero Bailey! (Oldies Club, fostered West Sussex)
Bailey was found tied to a lamppost. In stray kennels he was so depressed he was shutting down. In respite care he alerted his carer to a neighbourhood fire and was hailed a hero. Now with Oldies Club he is enjoying life again. Could you add the happiest chapter to Bailey’s amazing story?
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!
Hardy (Pawprints To Freedom, fostered Kent)
Scruffy, but very appealing, is this chap who just wants to please. Hardy is shy but, once he knows you, he will give you eternal adoration. He gets along fine with other dogs and can live with children aged 8+. He’s an absolute sweetheart.
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?
Inca (Jerry Green Dog Rescue, North Yorkshire)
1/11/18 – Inca is reserved!
Inca is offering cuddles, kisses and more cuddles for her new best friend. She’s a very good, well-mannered girl who loves to be with you, right next to you. Inca is fine with dogs outside but would like to be the only pet for all the love. She can live with children aged 8+. Can she come home with you please?
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?
Cassie (RSPCA South Godstone Animal Centre, Surrey)
Cassie is upset in kennels and finds it stressful being around all those other dogs. She is a very loving, bright and energetic girl who will make a fabulous family pet. She just asks for a garden to play in and plenty of quality-time with her new owners.
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?
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.
Bonnie (Staffordshire Bull Terrier Rescue, Cambridgeshire)
Bonnie is fully snuggle trained and would be happy to demonstrate her prowess on your sofa! She is dreaming of being someone’s little staffy princess – could you make Bonnie’s dream come true?
Dolce and Gabbana (Freshfields Animal Rescue, Liverpool)
Twin Staffies, Dolce and Gabbana, just exude love and happiness guaranteed to bring a smile to anyone’s face. Come and meet them and see for yourself! They are desperately looking for a home together and are house-trained and non-destructive. Due to their exuberance, older children would be better suited in a home with no other pets.
Dexter (Last Hope Rescue, Essex)
Dinky Dexter is a lovely boy who is really friendly with people despite being rescued from dreadful conditions. He has a wonderful nature and will make a great addition to his new home. Dexter is okay with dogs on walks but wants to be the only pet in a home where any children are older. Let’s get this lovely lad the loving home he deserves.
Missy (Freshfields Animal Rescue, Liverpool)
Missy can’t believe her bad luck. After finding a home 5 years ago, her owner is now too ill to keep her. Missy waited so long for that home and can’t face waiting again! She’s a loving sweetheart who loves to be tucked in at night. Could you help Missy?
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. 25/10/18 – Spot still needs a home!
Ocky (via Freshfields, Liverpool)
Ocky is a wonderful boy with an exuberant nature. He gets a bit excited and giddy, but that’s part of his staffy charm! Good with dogs, he has lived with female dogs. He can live with older children and will be a great family dog. 25/10/18 – Ocky still needs a home!
Jessie (Ardley Rescue Kennels, Oxfordshire)
Gorgeous Jessie is good with dogs and children and still has plenty of energy for a game. She also loves cuddles and affection. Jessie sounds perfect! Could you offer her a home within 30 miles of Bicester? 13/11/18 – Jessie still needs a home!
Lillie (Oxfordshire Animal Sanctuary)
10 year old Lillie has been in kennels since she was 5. That’s right, 5 years in kennels. “Why?!” – we hear you cry. Well, um… because she needs to be an only pet and she’s yet another Staffy? “But surely there’s lots of people she’d be perfect for!” – We couldn’t agree more. 13/11/18 – Lillie still needs a home!
Mike (Dogs Trust Newbury, Berkshire)
If you’re one of those super-lovely people that wants 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 young-oldie who loves playing fetch. He also loves cuddles. Mike will fill your life with love and fun if you just give him the chance… 1/9/18 – Mike is still waiting!
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!