Seniors for Seniors

Dogs can offer older people companionship, provide a reason to get out of the house, and offer many health benefits associated with daily walking. However, it is understandable that older people feel unable to take on the responsibility of puppies and younger dogs.

We often take in older dogs from owners who can no longer care for them. That's where our Seniors for Seniors program comes in. This program aims to support the re-homing of refuge dogs over 7 years old with older people, who may not want a younger dog. We maintain a register of people willing to adopt an older dog and make contact when a suitable dog arrives at the Refuge.

If you are interested in teaching an old dog new tricks, contact the Refuge to register for the program.

Through the Seniors for Seniors program, we hope to match people with exactly the right dog and, in doing so, enable our older dogs to find a good home where they will be well cared for.

You can also help the Refuge to continue caring for and rehoming lost and abandoned dogs in Perth by leaving a gift in your will. For further information, visit our Bequests page.

Older dogs currently at the Refuge

Hamish D.O.B. ~ JAN 2001 | Male | Terrier X Corgi Hamish is a very social older gentleman who loves human affection, but on his terms. As he is a little older, he does need his personal space. He will need to learn basic house manners and would love to retire as part of the inside family. He would be best suited to a a calm household where he can have a quiet retirement.	Monty 8 years @ Sept 2011 | Male | Bull Terrier X Monty was given his name after 'The Full Monty' as he wears his heart on his sleeve and is a complete clown. He is a real smooch and once comfortable with you, will assume the position of lap dog forever more. A group training course will help him to socialise with other dogs and make some doggy friends. He is a true companion dog and will make a fantastic new best friend.	Sasha D.O.B. ~  2002 | Female | Staffy X Sasha is a very soft natured and gentle girl who loves physical affection. She walks beautifully on the lead and loves to meet new people. She is currently on foster with a family with a toddler and happily goes for walks or sits at a cafe. She is a very low maintenance dog, who enjoys her walks but doesn't need a lot of them. Sasha is a total sweetie.
Kira D.O.B. ~ OCT 2002 | Female | Kelpie X Lab Kira is a very social and sweet natured girl who simply wants someone to love her. She is quite calm at home and wants nothing more than laying at the feet of her owner or watching them potter around the garden. She loves being an active member of the family. A group training course is a must for Kira to help her learn to socialise.