Top 3 dogs to adopt from your local shelter! 1. Senior dogs - older dogs can be an ideal pick if you’re looking for a lower energy companion. Senior dogs are often already potty trained, less likely to be destructive in the house, and may already have some training foundation. This can help make the transition into your home a smoother and easier one for the whole family. 2. Puppies - lots of people are looking for puppies and there is often a misconception that you can’t find puppies at shelter