OSCARS ARC SENIORS

Oscars Arc Senior exists to provide elderly dogs who have lost their homes with a safe, kennel-free sanctuary. Our mission is to rescue senior dogs from shelters and crisis situations, ensure their physical and emotional wellbeing through individualised care and comprehensive veterinary support, and offer opportunities for adoption and fostering wherever possible. Above all, we are committed to honouring each dog’s life by providing compassion, dignity, and love throughout their remaining years, while inspiring a more humane and inclusive approach to animal welfare.

TURNING COMPASSION INTO LIFE-LONG CARE

Many elderly dogs find themselves in shelters through no fault of their own. Common reasons include the death of an owner, economic hardship, or an owner moving into an old-age home where pets are not permitted. Despite their calm, gentle, and deeply grateful nature, senior dogs are often overlooked in favour of younger animals. As a result, euthanasia becomes an inevitable reality for the vast majority of these dogs.

Oscar’s Arc Senior is South Africa’s first dedicated senior dog sanctuary, created to provide a dignified and loving alternative for older dogs who have lost their homes. Located in Franschhoek, South Africa, the sanctuary focuses exclusively on dogs aged ten years and older, offering a peaceful, kennel-free environment designed to prioritise comfort, freedom, and emotional wellbeing.

The dogs at Oscar’s Arc Senior are sourced primarily from existing shelters, giving them a second chance at life. They are available for adoption and fostering, ensuring that every dog still has the opportunity to experience the warmth of a home during their golden years. In rare cases, and on a donation-based structure, the sanctuary also accepts dogs directly from owners who can no longer care for their pets due to unforeseen circumstances.

Every dog at the sanctuary receives individualised attention based on their specific needs. All veterinary care is fully covered through a valued partnership with MediPet, a women-owned company committed to animal wellbeing. Most importantly, each dog is cherished, protected, and embraced with compassion, love, and dignity for the rest of their lives.

Oscars Arc Senior is an extension of the Oscar’s Arc WOOF Project, founded by Joanne Lefson in 2016. The adoption agency has already homed nearly 6,000 dogs and is supported by a well-established community of adopters, volunteers, donors, and foster families.

Visitation to the Sanctuary is by appointment only.
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