One of the most heart-wrenching things about rescue work is dealing with the seniors. These dogs usually come to us because some unexpected life-changing event has occurred in their former family’s life. Because they are in their twilight years, most prospective families don’t even consider them when choosing among the dogs available for adoption. Often they linger in the program for a considerable time waiting on a forever home.

Have you considered the advantages in adopting a Golden Oldie? These guys are great for someone looking for a mature, less active companion. They are happy with an ambling pace on a walk and more often than not would prefer to be curled up at your feet or better yet, next to you on the couch!

We have several of these gentle souls available. Here’s your opportunity to give a dog the best years of his life while at the same time receiving all the joy and love that only a Golden can give. Do you have room in your heart and your home for a Golden Oldie?

Please send us your contact information and we will explain in detail and see if we can match the perfect dog with your situation. To contact us please CLICK HERE.

Here are our “special seniors”…(dogs over 9 years old)…

Buddy (male, 10 years, Tulsa)

Can’t a fellow catch a break? 10 years old and living with the only Buddy I ever knew and the apartment complex decides to update its weight restrictions for pets. I’m all for the “Biggest Loser” and making healthy choices, but there is no way GR like me is ever going to make the 30lb weight limit. So, with no grandfather clause allowing me to stay and much tears on the part of my Dad and myself, I was surrendered to rescue. Unlike the other pups here, I had a great home with a lot of love so my transition into rescue wasn’t a joyous one. I only hope someone out there is looking for model GR citizen that happens to have a few (ok, a lot) of gray hairs. I’m currently in a foster home (yippee!) where I’m keeping my house manners intact (think turn-key golden)!



Duke (male, 11 years old, OKC)

Talk about a blow to the old ego…being surrendered to the shelter at the ripe old age of 11! Looking at the bigger picture, it was the best thing they did for me cause I was neglected & in need of medical attention. It was touch & go, but I told the docs, I was nowhere near ready to visit the Rainbow Bridge. I’m happy to report that I’m a healthy “old man” looking for a warm place to rest my head & live out my twilight years. While I can’t promise you as many years as the wild & crazy youngsters here I can show you what unconditional love is all about. UPDATE: I am in a foster home with parents, skin siblings & two rambunctious, juvenile goldens!

Dusty (male, 12 years old, TULSA)

Will you just look at my smile? I’m Dusty a happy go lucky senior who needs a new home.

My owner couldn’t keep me any more so she asked these great people with SGRR to find my sister Misty and me a new home.My AKC papers say that I was born on July 3, 1997, so for an 12 year old I’m in pretty good shape. I’m a little on the wide side but that can be easily corrected with diet and exercise.I just want a home where I can lay my head at night and having a loving family to take care of me and I’ll give you lots of love back. I came from a home with cats, so like my sister Misty says I am certified “Cat Friendly”. I just love everyone, so please come and take a look at me I’m in Tulsa. (We Seniors are the easiest dogs to take care of!!!!!


Jake (male, 10 years, OKC)

I just hit the big 1-0 and am looking for a family to spend the second half of my life with. You might wonder what a great senior like myself could possibly do to get himself booted from the only house he ever knew. Well, here goes….”Hi. My name is Jake & I’m a digger”. The volunteers here tell me not to worry, as the cure to my addiction doesn’t cost a cent & is easy to implement–don’t leave me (or any golden) outside unattended cause we dig when we’re bored & lonely. I am dog & cat friendly so a playmate would be great. I’m reportedly potty-trained. Could you ask for an easier mellow fellow? I don’t think so!



Quinn (male, 8-9 years old, OKC)

Hi, my name is Quinn, & if you’re open minded & have a big heart and NOT looking for the old cliche of the “perfect, young, beautiful blond, female golden retriever”, I could be the perfect 8-9 y/o guy for you. As the saying goes, “Old Gold is the Best Gold”. No siree, none of that jumping on people, tearing up stuff in the house, or acting wild and crazy for me. I’m ready to be your loyal companion and enjoy a quiet laid back life. Don’t get me wrong, I’m still full of energy & always up for a good game of fetch, but I also know how to appreciate down time & a little rest & relaxation. I am ready to be your one and only attention hog (no other pets for me, thank you very much!!) We “mature” gentlemen just don’t enjoy a bunch of those pesky furr babies begging for our attention and jumping on us. Please call and ask about me and come ready for a good game of fetch!!

Winston (male, 7-8 years old, OKC)

Hello, my name is Winston, and as you can tell from my picture, I’m a mature, distinguished 7-8 year old fella. So, in doggie years, that puts me right smack in the middle of the “Puppy Boomer” or for you human types “Baby Boomer” generation. In fact I just received my AARP (Absolutely Adorable Redheaded Pooch) Membership, and I am ready and willing to start living the life of leisure as your loyal companion. We Boomers are still full of energy and understand that life really begins at 50!! Are you an “empty nester” looking for the perfect child who won’t ask to borrow your car, use your credit card, or stay out all night? Or, are you looking for someone to share your 30 minutes a day cardio walk? Then I’m your guy. All I ask in return is that you make me a member of the family and let me live inside where I can be safe and warm. I prefer to be an “only dog” where I can be your one-and-only and shower you with doggie kisses and become your life-long companion.