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.
Claire
Matted, scared and alone, this 20-year-old poodle mix found herself being surrendered to the shelter by the only family she had ever known.
The Pain Trial Concept for Dogs: What is it and why is it important? by Dr. James St. Clair
In my last post here on the Grey Matters Blog, I described the “Silent Signs” dogs show us that they are potentially dealing with chronic pain specifically related to their joints or spine. We discussed that it is critical for us, as pet parents, to change our perception of pain when it comes to our dogs and actually LEARN HOW TO LISTEN to them differently than we do now. The truth is that most dogs don’t cry, whine, or whimper when dealing with chronic pain.
Honoring Cotton
I really love Grey Muzzle. It's heartbreaking to think of senior dogs given up and languishing in shelters because people aren't able to afford vet care.
Honoring Chip and Cookie
Thank you so much for all you do to help beautiful senior dogs have a better quality of life and the love they so deserve. Senior dogs truly are the best companions.
Merlin
Merlin’s is the kind of story that your generous donations to the Summer Smile campaign make possible! Ten-year-old Merlin was a stray who was found this summer in Round Rock, Texas.
Sparky and Bambi
Sparky and Bambi are a bonded pairof Pomeranians. Sparky is about 10 years old and Bambi is about 12. Lionel’sLegacy took them in after their owner passed away. Both Sparky and Bambi were in dire need of dental care.
Karen and Vicki
Dogs come into our lives to teach us about love and loyalty. They depart to teach us about loss. A new dog never replaces an old dog; it merely expands the heart. If you have loved many dogs, your heart is very big." - Erica Jong
Carolyn Noble
In loving memory of Katie
Amanda Grant
In the fall of 2014, I was looking for a non-profit to volunteer with and could not believe my luck when I stumbled upon an organization helping senior dogs. Since then, I have been involved with The Grey Muzzle Organization, advocating on behalf of...
The key to maintaining your dog’s healthy joints: A holistic mindset! by Dr. James St. Clair
In my first two blog post here on the Grey Matters Blog we discussed simple signs for you to look for to potentially identify if your dog has joint pain or not. We then introduced the concept of “The Pain Trial,” which all dog owners should know about and be able to discuss with their veterinarian. I have listed these posts for easy reference, in case you missed them.
The world of joint supplements for dogs by Dr. James St. Clair
This blog series began with a discussion of signs of joint pain in your dog and the concept of a “The Pain Trial.” Now we’re going to focus on what we can do to help our dogs. The first thing most people think about when they want to help their dog’s joints is glucosamine. Why is this?
IBM Design & Friends
To Zion, Warrior Princess, hitchhiking and road trip loving, continent spanning dog who loved her rides in her little red wagon. You will be missed by all! Here's to you and your loving owner Maya. We know she misses you like crazy but knows you will...
Grey Muzzle Featured in TODAY article
We were so thrilled that TODAY featured an amazing story about The Grey Muzzle Organization and our grantee, Tyson's Place Animal Rescue.
The Grey Hairs: Advice from My Grandmother by Katie Kapro
My grandmother’s dog Mickey, a whippet-chihuahua mix, has the personality of a bouncer and the plump, muscular build of a chicken breast with legs. My grandmother Binkie has a fragile build—knobby joints and slender wrists—suited to her 90 years. They are an unusual and somehow perfectly suited pair.
Chelsea
Chelsea, eight or nine years old, lived on the streets in Henrico County, Va. Feral, desperate, and replete with a litter of four, she came to Houlagans’ Rest, a dog sanctuary south of Richmond, in 2009.