American Staffordshire Terrier and Shar Pei Dogs Available for Adoption

Conquer, the comeback kid, needs a home asap! He is a lovable dog, but also special needs, so he needs a wonderful person to foster or adopt him. The rescue covers his medical care! Here is what his foster has to say about him: Conquer is a 12 year old, 30lb Pitbull/Shar-Pei mix who truly lives up to his name. Having survived a past of severe neglect, he is now a social, intelligent, and communicative gentleman looking for a home to live the best of the rest of his life. When we rescued Conquer in October 2025, he was dangerously underweight and suffering from severe skin irritation. Today, his transformation is nothing short of miraculous. While he has very few teeth left from his journey, he has gained a velvety, soft coat and a "dinner prance" that will melt your heart. Conquer is a true extrovert! He currently lives with other dogs, but the gang do not always get along. He wants to greet everyone he passes, though he can be a bit of a "puller" and a "vocalist" on the leash because he's just so excited to say hello! Conquer is a "mischievous genius" who needs to stay engaged. If he isn't given a task, he will find his own "projects"—like raiding the trash or playing keep-away with items from the table. He has mastered "Touch," is working on "Shake," and thrives with clicker training and durable puzzle toys. Because of his history of severe allergies and neglect, Conquer has developed some habits that require a little extra management: He thrives on a specific diet, daily Apoquel, and weekly medicated baths (where he'll sweetly rest his head on your leg). To prevent him from obsessively chewing/licking his groin area (a habit from his days of discomfort), Conquer wears male doggie diapers (belly bands) while indoors. He handles his "outfits" like a pro, and it's a small trade-off for such a wonderful companion. Conquer is a loyal, hilarious survivor. He isn't a "Velcro dog," but he is a devoted companion who isn't afraid to "use his words" to tell you how he's feeling. If you have a heart for seniors and a love for a good success story, the "Comeback Kid" is ready to prance into your forever home. Email for more info goldenyearsdogsanctuary@yahoo.com

The American Staffordshire Terrier, also known as the Amstaff, is a medium sized, muscular breed known for its loyalty and courage. Developed in the United States, they are intelligent and affectionate dogs, making them great family companions. With a distinctive short coat and strong build, American Staffordshire Terriers are often misunderstood due to their past as fighting dogs, but they are actually loving and playful pets when raised in a nurturing environment. They thrive on human interaction and are eager to please their owners.

The Shar Pei is a distinctive breed known for their deep wrinkles and blue black tongue. Originally from China, these medium sized dogs are loyal, independent, and protective of their families. Shar Peis have a unique appearance with a hippopotamus like face and a broad, padded muzzle. Their coat can be either horse coat or brush coat, coming in a variety of colors. While they can be aloof with strangers, Shar Peis are devoted companions with a calm demeanor, making them wonderful family pets.

The purpose of Golden Years Dog Sanctuary is to provide a loving home to at risk and senior dogs and...