Our Senior Pets

Looking for a Guardian Angel

  • Penny

    Sponsor Penny

  • Mason

    Sponsor Mason

  • Sandie

    Sponsor Sandie

  • Lucy

    Sponsor Lucy

  • Coraline

    This tiny but mighty 8-year-old Miniature Pinscher mix came to us with Lucy, an 11-year-old dachshund.  Their precious elderly owner could no longer care for them at her assisted living facility. Coraline took a while to warm up to us and would let out a high-pitched scream if we even touched her.  She now loves to lay on her back while the volunteers rub her belly. She occasionally likes to scold the big dogs for invading her space and they typically ignore her reprimand. She "talks" a lot and loves to stand up on her hind legs. Coraline is high energy and enjoys running around outdoors, especially on our hikes in the woods. She attempts to get the others to "turn it up a notch" but moves on to the next pup if they lack interest in her shenanigans. Coraline is looking for a Guardian Angel (forever foster) to have a human and a home of her own. She is full of personality and makes us laugh on a regular basis.

    Sponsor Coraline

  • Roley Poley

    Sponsor Roley Poley

Living with Guardian Angels

Sanctuary Residents

  • Daisy

    Sponsor Daisy

  • Annie

    This beautiful long-haired 12-year-old furry friend is a bundle of contradictions. With a shiny black coat and a sparkle in her eye, she is equal parts bashful and spunky.

    One moment, she'll be hiding behind her favorite human in a picture of canine shyness or hiding out in the garden. But the next, she'll be bounding forward, tail wagging wildly, and a playful growl rumbling in the back of her throat.

    Despite her bashful nature, this furry friend has a hidden streak of spunkiness that can't be denied. She'll chase after the other dogs with reckless abandon, leap over obstacles with surprising agility, and snuggle up in her favorite spot on the couch with a contented sigh that says, "This is my space, and I'm here to stay!"

    Annie came to Sweet Dreams as part of a "family" of 4 dogs when her elderly owner moved into an assisted living facility and was unable to take the dogs with him. She suffered from some separation anxiety when she first came to the sanctuary but now has blossomed into a beautiful, loving dog that will live out her days as a sanctuary resident.

    Sponsor Annie

  • Squeaky

    Sponsor Squeaky

  • Tang

    Sponsor Tang

  • Canelo

    This little bundle of dachshund and chihuahua mix will be turning 20 soon.  Canelo came to live at the sanctuary when his sweet elderly owner could no longer care for him.  He is one of the smallest of the pack but what he lacks in size, he makes up for in spunkiness.  We call him Skippy sometimes as he skips in excitement when he is coming in for dinner or treats.  When he first came to live at the sanctuary in March of 2024, he was fairly lethargic and slept a lot of the time.  He still enjoys his naps, but life changed dramatically once the "golden girls" moved in. The golden girls include Lucy, Coraline, and Ginger, and these beautiful ladies sparked Canelo's interest, and he has never been the same.  "Rico Suave" is a permanent resident of the sanctuary and is looking forward to one heck of a birthday bash!

    Sponsor Canelo

  • Pearl

    Sponsor Pearl

In Memoriam

  • Belle

    Belle holds a special place in our hearts as the first Sweet Dreams senior pup, joining us on October 4, 2023, shortly after we received our 501(c)(3) nonprofit designation. With an unknown past, Belle, this gentle yet goofy senior pup, was looking for a second chance at happiness in a safe and loving environment. We took her in and fell in love immediately. Belle's calm and gentle nature set the tone for our sanctuary, welcoming more pups (and kitties) to experience love, compassionate care, and magical tranquility.  With a heart full of joy, Belle adored spending time outside, where she could chase bugs, bask in the sunshine, and celebrate life's simple moments with infectious enthusiasm. She was a favorite of many volunteers and visitors. Sadly, Belle lost her fight with cancer on Monday afternoon, February 17th, surrounded by all of her furry friends at the sanctuary.  The emptiness left by her passing is a profound ache that is felt by many of us. We believe that we made a huge difference in her life and we know, without any doubt, that our lives have been forever changed because of Belle.