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.
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.
Minnie & Marnie (Springer Rescue Scotland, fostered Glasgow)
Minnie and Marnie are a cute couple of Cocker Spaniels who want an active retirement home with lots of walks and cuddles but no resident children or other pets. Minnie will want to be near you all the time and Marnie like to carry socks around!
Willow (Leash of Life, fostered Wiltshire)
Life has not been easy for this beautiful lady but she’s blooming now and looking for a calm, retirement home, permanent or even foster. She’s gentle but shy and is always so pleased to see you, celebrating with a happy dance. Willow is fine with other dogs but is not used to children or cats. She would make a perfect companion for an older couple.
Lynx (Foal Farm Animal Rescue Centre, Kent)
Lovely Lynx is a happy, friendly, relaxed old sausage. Lying down is is favourite thing to do, either snuggled up to you on the sofa or basking in the sun. He loves his soft toys and even takes one to the vets. He’s adorable! Please help Lynx by sharing this page!
Storm (Dunroamin K9 Rescue, Nottinghamshire)
Storm is a chilled-out lady who was found as a stray. She is hard of hearing and a bit overweight, but it seems that she hasn’t been walked much of late. She’s loving walks now and is gradually building her stamina. Could sweet Storm come to live with you?
Xena (RSPCA Lancashire East Branch)
Xena is a very sweet natured, older Akita lady who is desperately looking for her special human to offer her a cosy retirement home. She has lived with another dog but would prefer an adult home for a peaceful life. She loves to potter in the garden and would make a very loving companion.
Tyson (Ark Animal Rescue, Lincolnshire coast)
After a bad first chapter of life, Tyson thought he had found his happy-ever-after back in 2012. But due to his owner’s ill-health, Tyson needs a new home once again. He is good with dogs and children. Could you help Tyson?
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!
Marlon (Essex Greyhound Rescue)
Marlon dreams of a loving home of his own after spending his life in kennels. He’s such a friendly boy who walks nicely on the lead and could live with children aged 5+ and other medium/big dogs. He truly deserves some doggy comforts now.
Beauty (Essex Greyhound Rescue)
It’s time Beauty found a home to call her own after living in kennels all her life. She’s a lovely, friendly lady who would be happy to live with children over 5 years and another medium/big dog, but not cats. Could you offer Beauty her forever home?
Foxy (Pawprints To Freedom, fostered Nottinghamshire)
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Foxy is super friendly, affectionate and just loves fuss and attention despite being found living under a car. So calm and gentle, he is great with other dogs and can live with older children. He’s such a loveable boy who truly deserves a forever home.
Lizzie (Loving Homes Dog Rescue, fostered Scottish Borders)
Lizzie is a delightful girl who can live with another calm dog and older children. She loves her walks, as well as playing with her ball and one of her favourite things is having a shower! Lizzie’s main priorities in life are comfort and company. Please help her by sharing this page!
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?
Buster (All Dogs Matter, North London)
Snuggle boy Buster is looking for his forever lap, or choice of laps as he’s good with children and would enjoy being part of a family. He wants to be the only pet in the home and he wants to give everyone lots of kisses!
Shaba & her son Max, fireside companions! (Oldies Club, fostered Tyne & Wear)
The most attractive fireside companion set ever! Max, left, is Shaba’s son and he loves her very much. With temperaments that match their perfect looks, they are simply scrumptious. Is your fireside lacking furry accessories?
Eloise (Safe Rescue, fostered Norfolk)
Adorable Sheltie Cross, Eloise, is looking for love after a life of struggle. She’s friendly and affectionate and she would fit nicely into most home environments. She enjoys her walks and gets on with other dogs. All she wants is affection and to put all her worries behind her.
Nancy (Boxer and Bully Saviours, fostered Dumfries)
After a sad life consisting of having pups, and not much else, pretty Nancy is loving her new-found favourite thing: snuggles! She also likes to play with toys, but doesn’t need long walks. Could you offer Nancy a quiet, lifetime foster home and loads of love?
Misha (Ashbourne Animal Welfare, Derbyshire)
Big, beautiful, bear-like Misha gives substantial cuddles! She’s extremely soppy and is good with children, especially if they like playing football as much as her. She loves her toys and greets people with a teddy! Her gentle nature and loving heart make her the perfect family dog.
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.
Jasper (South Yorkshire ESS Rescue)
Jasper, a gorgeous Springer, loves being out and about and playing ball. He has poor eyesight which makes him wary of dogs he doesn’t know, especially bouncy ones. Could you offer him a home where he can be with you most of the day?
Jojo (Safe Rescue, fostered Norfolk)
Gentle, friendly Jojo is hoping for a relaxing retirement home with a daily walk, a sunny garden and lots of love! He’s good with other dogs and children, and is altogether a lovely, attentive old boy who mostly likes to snooze in good company. Please help Jojo by sharing his page!
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!
Franky (RADAR Dog Rescue, South Yorkshire)
Franky has so much love to give that everyone who knows him finds it incredible he’s been waiting in kennels for 2 years! He’s super affectionate, obedient and good with other dogs his size. He’s available to adopt or foster, as he desperately needs a proper home!
Dudley (Leicester Animal Aid)
Always ready for travel and adventure, Dudley is an active and entertaining Spaniel/Staffy boy who gets the best out of life. He loves his food too much to share and so needs an adult, pet-free home. He’d love the chance to show you what fun he is to have around.
Skye (Foal Farm Animal Rescue, Kent)
Cheerful Skye loves life! She loves meeting people and they always love her because she’s so jolly. She’s good with other dogs and could live with a friendly male. Fun times and affection are what Skye is all about!
Smiley girl Sassy! (Oldies Club, fostered Dorset)
You can see what a sunny nature Sassy has in her pretty face. She’s easy to live with, just needing a settled retirement home as an only pet and a garden with interesting smells. Short walks, good company and treats make Sassy a very happy lady!
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!
Blackjack (Animal Adoption International, fostered Portsmouth)
Blackjack is a lovely Collie cross who very much deserves a peaceful retirement with comfort and fuss aplenty! He ignores other dogs while out on walks and wants to be the only, doted on pet, in an adult only home. He’s very affectionate, really appreciating any love!
Enzo (Friends of Akitas Trust, fostered Tyne & Wear)
Enzo is a sweet, gentle, funny Akita boy who was sadly found as a stray. He’s laid-back and loves being groomed and hugged. He’s not interested in other dogs but could live possibly with a female. He loves being outside and gets very excited about his walks. He’s so cuddly.
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?
Tom (Love Underdogs, Essex)
After life in Romania, Tom already thinks he is in heaven. Imagine how joyful he is going to be when he is your new best friend, going fun places with you and then snuggling up in front of the TV!
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?
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!
Kaizer (Adopt a Dog North East)
Stunningly handsome Kaizer is just the perfect, softest, cuddle-bear anyone could wish to meet and is great in the house and car. Kaizer can live with children and other dogs but has never lived with cats. He’s simply gorgeous.
Luca (German Shepherd Dog Rescue, kennelled Swindon)
These gorgeous big ears belong to handsome Luca, a beautiful Crossbreed boy who is desperate to find a home of his own. He is a shy boy who just needs someone of his own to love. Could you be Luca’s perfect match?
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?
Shola & Carly (Rescue Remedies, W. Sussex)
Carly (left) and Shola (right) are a pair of poppets who love everyone! They’re good with other dogs and always well behaved, making them a joy to take out for walks. Both girls are playful and both will lap up all the attention and love on offer!
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!
Vinnie (Rescue Remedies, Surrey)
Vinnie is as sweet, squishy and cuddly as he looks! His tennis balls go everywhere with him and that’s just one of his comedic exploits. He also swivels round on his bottom to change direction! He can live with older children but wants to be your only, doted on pet. Please share his page to help him find love!
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.
Milo (RADAR Dog Rescue, South Yorkshire)
Milo is a very handsome boy who is looking for a quiet, adult home with Akita-experienced owners. He is very loving and he forms a strong bond with his people. Milo walks beautifully on the lead and will do anything for treats!
Teona (Safe Rescue, fostered Norfolk)
Teona loves a bit of lap time! She also loves her walks but they don’t have to be long ones, as she has really short legs. She’s looking for a female owner with no children at home, who she can devote herself to forever!
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?
Blue (Rain Rescue, South Yorkshire)
Blue the Husky with his gorgeous ice blue eyes, is looking for a fairly active person or family. He wants an adult only home but could possibly live with another dog. He is very intelligent as well as affectionate… when he’s not too busy with important snuffling!
Lola (Wonky Pets, fostered Birmingham)
Thoroughly lovely Lola is looking for a quiet home where any children are 12 or over. She’s shy with people until she knows they’re trustworthy… then she’s a big soppy-head! Good with other dogs, she’d love to live with one or more. Life is more jolly in a pack!
Bonnie (Bath Cats and Dogs Home)
Bonnie is a shy girl who loves a fuss once she knows you, and is clever, obedient and playful. She needs a quiet home, with a single owner, where she is your only pet. Bonnie is not too bothered about walks, especially in summer, so would like a nice garden and simply to be your very best friend. Could you help Bonnie?
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.