Storm is a big, soft, snuggly girl. She’s good with other dogs and would be happy to share her home with some. She loves to snooze and doesn’t need much exercise at all. She’s affectionate, undemanding and just a bit 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.
Olly (Dogs Trust Newbury, Berkshire)
OLLY IS OUR OLD DOG OF THE WEEK!
Cute little Olly is extremely bright! He loves playing with toys and learning new things, with the aid of treats and fuss. He wants to be an only pet in an adult only home and he loves having company most of the time. He’s a super fun and loyal companion. Please help Olly by sharing his page!
Sam (Dogs Trust Merseyside)
Sweet Sam is a young at heart Collie boy who likes to make friends, especially if they will play ball with him. He’s lovely company and doesn’t mind other, larger dogs. Sam’s looking for an older, quiet household as he’s a bit of a couch potato!
Rufus (Private rehoming, Hampshire)
Irish Setter Rufus is an adventurous boy who loves walks in fun places but also needs lots of cuddle-time with his people. An active home with folks who have plenty of time for him is what Rufus is dreaming of.
Sally (Dogs Trust Merseyside, in a foster home)
Sally is a little sweetheart who just wants to be someone’s beloved companion. She was left for most of the day by herself previously and so she now craves company. Could Sal be your new pal?
Max (Dogs Trust Merseyside)
Max loves people because they give him cuddles and play ball with him. He would love his new person to be home most of the time as he doesn’t like being on his own. Max just wants a comfy home and companionship.
Dottie and Daffy (Dogs Trust Merseyside)
Dottie and Daffy are closely bonded Staffy sisters who are looking for a home together. They love people, and a home where someone is there most of the time would be perfect. They are gentle and affectionate once they know you, They’d adore being the only treasured pets in a quiet household where any children are 14+.
Jake & Marble (Dogs Trust Merseyside)
Jake and Marble are delightful, inseparable oldies. When they settle down at bedtime, sweet old Lurcher lady Marble, curls herself around little Jake and then they go to sleep. They need a lovely home together, now!
Robyn and Badger (Adopt a Dog North East, Durham)
Adorable Badger and Robyn are the very best of friends and require a home where they can be together, as well as the love, security and care of a human companion. They are such easy little dogs to have around – they love to sleep and potter about in the garden together. They just want a warm, loving home where they can spend time in each other’s company.
URGENT: Toby & Josie – devoted chums need a home! (Oldies Club, fostered Lancs)
Toby and Josie need a new home before the end of February. These loyal dogs enjoy a snooze on the sofa but also love walks and a good sniff. Their training is coming along in leaps and bounds, proving that old dogs quickly learn new things. Could you help them?
URGENT: Wispa needs a home! (Oldies Club, fostered Herts)
Wispa will flourish in a quiet home with a settled routine and a calm owner. She’s a sensitive girl and ever so bright! She is wary of men so would prefer a lady owner. She loves walks, food and snuggling up to you on the sofa!
Flash (Rain Rescue, South Yorkshire)
Flash is a happy, friendly boy who can live with other dogs, cats and children. He wants to have company most of the time as he’s used to being a devoted companion. He really loves walks and being a Collie cross, he likes plenty of them!
Maisie (RSPCA Westmorland, Cumbria)
*Reserved*
Maisie is such a little sweetie, though sad that she was abandoned by her previous owner. She loves being with people and is affectionate and playful. Maisie can live with children aged 11+ but would prefer to be the only pet. She will make such a great companion.
Dot (Freshfields Animal Rescue, Liverpool)
Dot is a teeny, tiny girl who needs a lap to sit on. She also needs you to be able to afford to take care of her, as she currently has red, itchy skin due to an untreated flea allergy. Dot is sweet, adorable and entertaining. What a poppet!
Roxy (Halfway Home Dog Rescue, fostered Nottinghamshire)
Roxy is loving, friendly and playful. She’s an active lady who enjoys her walks and playing ball. Roxy is good with other dogs and is great with children, though she would be best in a cat-free home. Let’s find this gorgeous girl the forever home she deserves.
Bips and Dexter (NAWT, Berkshire)
Bips and Dexter are a very handsome pair of Rough Collies looking for an adult, pet-free home. They enjoy lots of fuss, playing together and are a very sweet duo. They don’t require a lot of exercise and can be left. Aren’t they lovely?
Ludo (Chilterns Dog Rescue Society, Hertfordshire)
Ludo is a very unusual-looking, smallish boy with a fabulous personality. He is happy and sociable and could live with other dogs. Could you offer him an active home with someone at home for most of the day?
Rocco (Chilterns Dog Rescue Society, Hertfordshire)
Rocco is sad that is devoted owner is too unwell to keep him. He is used to an active lifestyle with long walks and then quiet companionship at home with his mum. Could you offer him a similarly special home?
Rocky & Ruby (Bath Cats and Dogs Home)
Rocky and Ruby are a cuddly, amusing duo who play tug with a toy between them. They can live with children of any age and need only short, quiet walks, or just playtime at home if you have a nice big garden.
Ella (Animal Helpline, Cambridgeshire)
This gorgeous, brindled, fuzzy lady is looking for a quiet, adult only home with a canine companion for reassurance. Ella is a cautious, shy girl but once she knows and trusts you, she’s very affectionate. Her favourite thing is exploring nature in good company.
Dave (Friends of Akitas Trust, Notts.)
Dave is a gentle, cheerful boy who could live with children. More fuss for Dave! He loves getting out for walks where he’s friendly with humans and typically aloof with other dogs. He has the softest coat imaginable!
Zac (Friends of Akitas Trust, Notts.)
Zac is a friendly and loving boy. On walks, he’s good on the lead and calm around other dogs. He’d prefer to be an only dog at home. He’s been through some trials but is now read to love and be loved!
Sophi (Safe Rescue, fostered Norfolk)
Sweet Sophie is looking for someone to treasure her and give her the life she really deserves. She enjoys lots of fuss, loves her walks and playing with other dogs. Sophi will make a fantastic companion for anyone who has time and attention to give her.
Bosco (Leicester Animal Aid)
Labrador Cross, Bosco is a wise and caring soul who simply wants to be your loyal companion. He is playful for his age and enjoys his walks. Could you offer Bosco a lovely home?
Ozzy (Hungarian Vizsla Welfare Charity, fostered Staffordshire)
Looking for a cat-friendly Vizsla? Then may we present the very handsome Ozzy! He is good with dogs too and could live with older children. Could you offer Ozzy an active home and a wonderful life?
Samuel (Pawprints To Freedom, fostered Lincolnshire)
Sweet and loving Samuel will make a great family pet. Luckily he was saved from the shelter kill list and is now enjoying life as it should be. He’s handome, a quick learner and brilliant with children. He also know his basic commands. Can you help Samuel?
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?
Dexter (Rescue Remedies, Surrey)
Loveable Dexter is super friendly with everyone! He likes a cuddle when he knows you and will graciously accept a treat and a tickle from anyone. He wants to be the only pet at home but could live with older children. He’s a happy, playful, biddable shnookums!
Tigger (Jerry Green Dog Rescue, South Lincolnshire)
Tigger is a playful little girl. If you’re looking for a very cute and energetic oldie, Tigger could be the one for you. She’d like an adult home where she is your only pet, and lots of fun walks and playtime please!
Sally-Anne (Jerry Green Dog Rescue, South Lincolnshire)
As you can see, Sally-Anne loves to play ball. She also enjoys walks and is very gentle on the lead. Other favourite activities are cuddling her humans and eating food. Could you offer Sally-Anne a quiet home as your only pet?
Bertie (Jerry Green Dog Rescue, South Lincolnshire)
Bertie loves cuddles! He needs someone around all day, while he learns that it’s OK to be left on his own for a short time. He might be able to live with a small, female dog, but doesn’t want children around.
Yogi (Pawprints To Freedom, fostered Berwickshire)
Friendly and gentle and doing so well in his foster home, Yogi is ready for his loving, forever home. He is great with children and dogs and seems not bothered by cats. He likes lots of cuddles and playtime and is good on the lead. Yogi will make a wonderful family pet.
Porthos (Safe Rescue, fostered Norfolk)
Porthos is a dear old soul and has overcome a lot. He wants an adult only home with someone he can bond with strongly, who is around most of the time. He’s great with other dogs and could easily share his home and sofa with one or more.
Gino (Pawprints To Freedom, fostered Bedford)
Dinky Gino is a very sweet and gentle boy who is great with people of all sizes. He would like to be the only dog in the home as he can be bossy, but he gets on fine with cats. He loves lots of cuddles and nap-time and, of course, his food. He’s a little sweetheart.
Sienna (Pawprints To Freedom, fostered Northamptonshire)
Sweet Sienna is looking for a wonderful home where she will be shown lots of love and patience as she is very timid. She loves the dogs in her foster home and follows them everywhere. Sienna enjoys her walks and can be left. She just needs to know that life can be wonderful.
Ollie (Freshfields Animal Rescue, Liverpool)
Ollie is gorgeous, but he needs a quiet, experienced Shih Tzu home with someone around most of the time. He needs to be your only pet and can’t live with or have visiting children.
Jorah (German Shepherd Dog Rescue, kennelled Wiltshire)
Jorah arrived in rescue very underweight and she is constantly thinking about food. She needs people who will help her learn that the next meal will always be there and that she can have fun and enjoy life again. Jorah will make a beautiful friend.
Sunny & Ricky (Animal Adoption International, fostered Scotland)
Between Sunny’s bright and eager nature and Ricky’s relaxed optimism, this pair of lovelies are the total package! Sunny relies on Ricky’s calmness and in return, she makes his life more fun. They are both well behaved, loving dogs who will make your life fun as well!
Delilah (Pawprints To Freedom, fostered Hampshire)
Delightful Delilah enjoys taking things easy being a more mature lady, but she’s enjoying life and would suit a home with other dogs or on her own. She also gets on with cats, sweetheart that she is. Her tail is always wagging ready to meet her new owner.
Rex (Pawprints To Freedom, fostered Hampshire)
Rex is proving to be the perfect guest in his foster home: he’s laid-back, walks well on the lead, shares his toys with the other dogs and knows some commands. He just needs help in building his confidence up in his forever home.
Shadow (RSPCA Lancashire East Branch)
Shadow hasn’t had the best start in life and he needs fabulous new people who will take the time to get to know him before adoption. He is an affectionate boy who enjoys a gentle game of fetch and just needs TLC and home comforts.
Emily (Kent Greyhound Rescue)
Sweet Emily was raced and then bred from, living her life in kennels with no creature comforts, and yet within one day at her foster home she was roaching on the sofa. Could this talented lady be your new best friend?
Elvira (Safe Rescue, fostered Norfolk)
Elvira is a happy, friendly little lady. She loves everyone, including other dogs and children. She enjoys getting a fuss from everyone she meets. Life is full of love when you’re with this cutie girl!
Prince (Kent Greyhound Rescue)
Prince has come from a bad situation where he was uncared for and stressed. He will make such a lovely boy in a quiet home with stability and routine. Could you help him?
Missy (RSPCA West Hatch, Somerset)
Sweet little Missy was sadly mistreated in her previous home and she thoroughly deserves a happy future. She’d like to be your only pet and have someone at home with her most of the time. Missy will be such a loving companion.
Teona (Safe Rescue, fostered Norfolk)
Some people think Teona is strange looking due to her very short legs, but one person’s strange is another’s adorable! This affectionate, cheerful girl wants a female owner and would be happy living with a friendly male dog. She’s a strong little character, with strong little legs!
Haro (Isle Rescue, Doncaster, Yorkshire)
Happy Haro is an affectionate Lab Cross who loves people and snuggles on the sofa. He’d like to be the companion of an active older person, or in a family with older children. He wants to be your only pet but is OK with dogs out and about.
Trimmer Trigger – trainee adventurer! (Oldies Club, fostered Scottish Borders)
30/12/18 – Trigger is proving so popular that we can’t take any more applications for him, sorry! Please consider another needy oldie instead – thank you!
River (Halfway Home Dog Rescue, Nottinghamshire)
River is a friendly, affectionate boy and ever so well behaved! He’s good with other dogs and would love to have at least one doggy companion. He can only do short walks these days but he really enjoys them. His favourite thing is tummy rubs!
Tapio (Safe Rescue, fostered Norfolk)
Tapio is a calm and gentle boy with lots of love to give. He’s a little hand shy but loves a fuss once he’s relaxed. He’s good with other dogs and would be happy to share his home with one or more. He’s a dear old soul who truly deserves a lovely owner.
Cissie (Dunroamin K9 Rescue, Nottinghamshire)
Cissie has had a sad time – she is nervous of people she doesn’t know and flinches when touched. Doesn’t it just break your heart? This very deserving sweetheart needs a place to call home where she can discover happiness and love.
Jethro (Rescue Remedies, Surrey)
This big, soppy boy is a true gentleman! He’s respectful of other dogs and would be happy living with a friendly female one. He can live with older children as well. He’s well behaved and relaxed in the home and is a real cuddle monster!
Casper (German Shepherd Dog Rescue, Worcester)
Casper is a stunningly beautiful boy but can be nervous and protective of his owner. If you have lots of GSD experience, a calm and confident manner, and a quiet home with few visitors, please consider Casper. He has so much love to give.
Lewis (Senior Staffy Club, fostered West London)
Cute Lewis is so loving and affectionate but gets anxious when left on his own. He needs people who understand and will help him. He has lived with a girl dog in the past and might like to do so again.
Blue (Safe Rescue, fostered Norfolk)
Beautiful Blue is thrilled to have home comforts and happy outings with his other foster dog friends. He just needs a home and human of his own now, to make his life complete. Yes to other dogs. No thank you to cats or children. Plenty of fuss is a must!
William (Pawprints To Freedom, fostered Staffordshire)
William considers himself a distinguished older gent looking for a long-term relationship in a forever home. He loves being stroked and brushed. He enjoys a long walk every day as he’s still an energetic boy. William is living with other dogs and is fine with dog-savvy children, but no small furries please.
Roxy (Senior Staffy Club, fostered Birmingham)
Roxy is a happy girl who loves to be with her people, snuggled on the sofa. She can live with gentle children aged 6+ and is good with dogs so might be able to live with a calm friend. She’d like a home where she won’t be left too long.
Cracker (Senior Staffy Club, kennelled Worcester)
Cracker is a lovely boy who longs to be out of kennels and part of a happy family again! He can live with older children but wants to be an only pet. He walks nicely on the lead and loves sofa snuggles!
Rose (Pawprints To Freedom, fostered Kent)
Rose needs lots of love and patience to help build up her confidence and trust, but she’s already learned that she loves a fuss and tummy rubs. She’s living with other dogs but can be wary of other dogs. All she needs is a lovely someone to show her how wonderful life can be.
Lilly (Senior Staffy Club, fostered West Midlands)
Lovely Lilly is looking for a comfortable retirement as an only pet with a loving family/owner. She’s good with other dogs she meets on walks but wants to be the centre of attention at home. She’s a sturdy, soppy lady!
Scratch (Senior Staffy Club, fostered Doncaster)
21/12/18 – Scratch is reserved!
Scratch is a quiet, placid boy who loves short walks and long naps! He’s shy at first but very affectionate when he knows you. He walks nicely with other dogs but wants to be an only pet at home. He’d be fine living with older, dog-fussing children.
Mandy (Private Rehoming, Scotland)
Beautiful wee Mandy is a very special girl. She loves meeting people and greets everyone with a wiggly bottom! She can live with other dogs but won’t actually interact with them much. Her main focus in life is her ball and after that, it’s kissing people!
Albert (Pawprints To Freedom, fostered Staffordshire)
Albert loves the sofa .. for cuddles, being stroked, being brushed, in fact most things. He enjoys little walks and is okay on the lead. He’s currently living with other dogs and doesn’t show much interest in cats. He would suit a home with older children who can give him lots of attention and treats.
Henry (Senior Staffy Club, fostered Derbyshire)
Henry is a sweet and gentle staffy who would like a quiet home where he will be your only pet and have company for most of the day. He’s obedient, good in the home and good on the lead.
Mimi (Chilterns Dog Rescue Society, Hertfordshire)
Shy little Mimi is looking for a quiet home with a nice comfy bed and a secure garden. She is good on the lead and only needs moderate walks. Could you offer Mimi the love and companionship she deserves?
Timmy & Tipsy (Dogsfriends, fostered Somerset)
Timmy and Tipsy love each other very much and want a retirement home together. They also love zipping about outside, having a fuss from any friendly people they meet and they’re good with other dogs. What an adorable couple!
Colin (Animal Helpline, Cambridgeshire)
What a dutiful, beautiful boy Colin is! He’s utterly devoted to his people and friendly with everyone else too. He can live with other dogs but hasn’t lived with children or cats before. He likes a game of fetch and really loves a fuss. He-is-a-big-soppy-BOY! Yes-he-IS!
Zeebo (via Freshfields Animal Rescue, Liverpool)
Zeebo is very sweet-natured and good with dogs, children and hamsters. Now at Freshfields, Zeebo is receiving treatment for his skin which should improve dramatically. Could you offer Zeebo a home and lots of TLC?
Myla & Freya (Furget Me Not Rescue, fostered Liverpool)
Myla and Freya are two very loving girls. They get on well with other dogs, cats and children of all ages. They could live happily in almost any type of household. All they require are two walks a day, a garden to explore and lots of fuss!
Bruce (Foal Farm Animal Rescue, Kent)
Adorable Bruce is so fantastically friendly and affectionate he resides in the kennel Reception to meet and greet. He pays no attention to other dogs and can live with children, but not cats. He’s a lovely, typical Staffie who would make a very loyal companion.
Bluebell (Freshfields Animal Rescue, Liverpool)
Have you had rescue dogs before and know the immense satisfaction of transforming their lives? Could pretty Bluebell be the next dog you help? She’s been in rescue almost all her life and desperately needs a proper home and people who are truly hers.
Gizza (Dogs Trust Merseyside)
Dear old Gizza is an adorable, cuddlesome couch potato! He loves meeting people and getting a fuss. He likes short walks. He gets on with other steady dogs but wants to be the only one at home, for peace and optimal love!
Golden hero Bailey! (Oldies Club, fostered West Sussex)
Bailey loves cuddles! His favourite thing is to snuggle up to you with a blanket. He’s good with small dogs he meets on walks but wants to be the only pet at home. He’s great with children and to find out what makes him a hero read on…
Banger (Private rehoming, North East)
Banger is a beautiful Lurcher lady who is seeking a quiet retirement home through no fault of her own. She is very affectionate and obedient. Banger gets on with children and can live with other dogs, but no cats please.
Poppy (East Anglia Dog Rescue, Essex)
Poppy is a super soppy lady! Being quite a sturdy girl, a bit bigger than lap-sized, she will sprawl on you in any way she can for maximum snuggliness. She’s good with children and could live with older ones. More fuss for Poppy!
Lucy (Dunroamin K9 Rescue, South Yorkshire)
Sweet little Lucy absolutely loves people! Everyone she meets is her new best friend and therefore deserves kisses! She’s OK about passing other dogs on walks but wants to be the only pet at home. All fuss and cuddles being for her, by rights, because she’s such a sweetie!
Alice (Dunroamin K9 Rescue, Yorkshire)
Alice counts friendliness, a loving nature and beauty as some of the many fine qualities she will offer her lucky new humans. She loves being with people and makes friends wherever she goes. She is ready for some TLC in a new forever home.
Zeus (East Anglia Dog Rescue, Essex)
Zeus is a happy, smiley, soppy boy. He loves his walks and his football and all humans! He can live with another dog and children from age 8. He’s easy-going and fun to have around. He will brighten up you life!
Harry (Stray Dogs Sanctuary, Devon)
Lovely Lurcher lad, Harry, would love to have a cosy home with a family with children aged 8+. He can live with other medium/large dogs, but not small ones or cats. He likes his walks, but just loves lots of cuddles and snuggling up to his people; his tail never stops wagging.
Winston (Love Underdogs, Essex)
Winston is like a wise old sailor who has seen the world and is comfortable with who he is. How poetic! Winston has a jovial personality and is great fun to have around. Could you offer him a lovely home to retire to?