No spam here. Just heartwarming happy tails and smiling senior dogs! Our monthly newsletters include stories of the dogs and their families who have been helped by your support, tips for senior dog care, and updates on the latest happenings at Grey Muzzle.
The Senior Dogs of Animal Haven by Nancy LeVine
Nancy LeVine's photo series Senior Dogs Across America documents senior dogs in all their variety and beauty. Earlier this year, she visited and photographed dogs at Animal Haven in New York City. We asked Animal Haven to tell us about their senior dog program and the dogs Nancy met and photographed.
The Unconditional Love of Senior Dog Rescue
Project Unconditional is photographer Jane Sobel Klonsky's tribute to the love we share with our older dogs. The poignant joy of her photos reminds us that the work Grey Muzzle grantees do on behalf of abandoned dogs results in dogs that find care, a home, and someone who loves them unconditionally.
Adopting a Senior Dog: How to Find Your New Best Friend by K.E. Magoon
Adopters of senior dogs find them to be more mellow, better mannered, and quicker to adjust to their new homes than younger dogs. Whether you have been considering adopting a senior dog for a long time or were just recently touched by the story of an older dog in need, your new grey-muzzled best friend may be a hop, skip, and a few clicks away.
Fairy Tail Endings, Inc.Helping Pets and Their Families Stay Together by Rhys Miller
Many of the dogs that end up in shelters are surrendered by owners who can no longer pay for their veterinary bills. Even for those dogs that receive care from the shelter and are adopted, this is highly traumatic. A sick senior dog is particularly at risk. Fairy Tail Endings works to keep these pets with their people.
How to Communicate With a Deaf Pet by Mikkel Becker
One of the greatest challenges for an aging dog is hearing loss. Just because your pet may be losing his hearing, however, doesn’t mean he can’t continue to be a fully functioning member of your household. It simply takes a little creativity and training to bridge the communication gap.
Why Adopt a Senior Dog? by Sherri Franklin and Liz Brooking
Despite all the best efforts of most shelters, senior dogs are frequently overlooked in favor of younger animals. However, older dogs are often best suited for a happy household and a lasting marriage of dog and family. This article explains some of the wonderful attributes of older dog.
9 Helpful Products for Aging Dogs by Dr. Julie Buzby, DVM
As an integrative veterinarian who treats primarily senior dogs, Dr. Julie Buzby is frequently asked about products that can improve quality of life for aging dogs. These are the top nine products she recommends for her grey-muzzled patients.
The Joy of a Real Home: Creating a Senior Dog Sanctuary for Old Goldens by Robin Adams
After more than 20 years in rescue, Delaware Valley Golden Retriever Rescue knew the difficulties facing homeless senior dogs, especially puppy mill survivors. So they created a sanctuary to help every senior dog either find a forever home or live out its days with care.
Breath to Breath by Carrie Maloney
Breath to Breath is a novel about a veterinarian in a small Wisconsin town and the various creatures in her life—some human, some not. Author Carrie Maloney tells us about how she came to write the novel and shares an excerpt.
Coping with Grief: When to Get Another Dog by Jennifer Kachnic
If you are like most people, you will eventually decide to get another dog after your dog passes on. This is a personal decision and one that should be made very carefully and the entire family should be involved. The best time to commit to a new relationship is different for everyone, but this article offers advice what to consider when making it.
How to Deal With Common Senior Dog Diseases by Jennifer Kachnic
When our dogs become seniors, they start slowing down. These changes often come with age, but they also can be signs of conditions that might benefit from treatment. Here are symptoms, treatment options, and ways to prevent (or at least slow down) the progression of some of the top three common health issues with our geriatric pets.
Signs of Pain and Discomfort in Dogs by Jennifer Kachnic
The primary form of communication for dogs is body language. It is important for you to learn more about this language, especially if you are caring for senior dogs, in order to understand their changing needs. It is up to you to notice the signs and signals that indicate pain and discomfort.
5 Reasons to Adopt a Senior Dog by Victoria Stilwell
Having a senior Labrador Retriever herself, trainer Victoria Stilwell is reminded daily how precious each moment we have with our dogs truly is. So many families are convinced that adopting an 8 week old puppy is the only route when getting a new dog, but the truth is that senior dogs often make a much easier transition into your home.
Five Alternative Ways to Ease Pain in Dogs by Jennifer Kachnic
Conventional medicine is not the only option for dogs suffering from pain, whether it is from arthritis, or a muscle or joint injury. In this week's Health and Wellness post, Jennifer Kachnic, President of The Grey Muzzle Organization, discusses several alternative therapies that can help with pain management.
Teach Your Senior Dog to Use a Ramp or Stairs by Mikkel Becker
It's important to practice obedience work and tricks with senior pets, but it is also essential to train your canine to cope with the aging process. This involves both lifestyle changes and the use of portable stairs and ramps, which help geriatric pets get on and off elevated areas safely and easily.