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

Brandy 9 years @ July 2010 | Female | Ridgeback X Brandy is an affectionate girl who craves human attention and will lie in your lap given the chance. She's had a difficult past and so takes time to trust people, but will be a very loving companion once that bond is established. Brandy is best as an only dog.	Boof 8 years @ Aug 2010 | Male | Rottweiller Boof is a true rotti and a real big boy. He can be a little anxious in new surrounds, but settles with a massage and a good scratch. He would be a great companion for people who have had experience with rottweillers previously. Boof would really thrive with some group training to help establish a bond with his new family. He could potentially live with another dog or children over 14 years.	Harold 7 years @ June 2010 | Male | Staffy Harold is a very affectionate little dog who loves going for a walk and is very skilled at walking on the lead. Harold's perfect home would be in a household with older teens or adults. He would benefit from some group training to helpd establish a bond with his new owners. Harold is a lovely dog and his new family will find they have a very loyal little buddy.