PEOPLE magazine took notice of senior beagle Wolfgang's journey from obesity to 5K ready, and so did we! Phoenix couple Erin McManis and Chad Schatz are passionate about helping dogs live their best, healthiest lives. In this blog, Erin shares the remarkable story of how they helped Wolfgang, and other dogs in need of major weight loss, reach their goals and become happier, healthier companions.

Meet Martha the Marvelous, a 45 pound love bug who has never met a person she didn’t like…alot. She lovingly greets everyone with an open heart and wagging tail and that includes the little ones too. Martha is comfortable around children, especially...

Chihuahuas are charming little scamps with an eye for mischief, known to be extremely loyal and loving, our seven-year-old Bonnie being no exception. This little lady is now available for adoption, ready to prance right into your life. Intelligent...

Meet Molly! This 75-lb Labrador blend is 12 years old. According to her foster, Molly is the sweetest girl ever! GENERAL BEHAVIOR: This easy-going gal is perfectly content to lay on the couch all day or at your feet. She does like to be around people...

Many thanks to David Jernigan of Younique Ideas who donated his time and creativity to designing our new Grant Recipient badge.

This handsome senior is Ralphie, an eleven-year-old Doxy mix. Still young at heart, he looks forward to finding his forever home and a family to call his own. Interested in walks and good conversation, he is the perfect one to accompany you on even...

Eagerly sniffing out his prospects for a forever home and family, this is Max, an eight-year-old Beagle. He's ready to step into a promising future, looking dapper in his red coat and armed with a cheerful attitude. The perfect walking partner for...

A devoted fancier of cuddles, Dixie is as sweet as Old Fashioned caramel pie! Need to just breathe and enjoy the simple moments in life? This golden girl is able and willing to reduce stress and ease loneliness. A model senior citizen, she gets along...

We are blown away by Apollo Creed. This dog is a dream. He walks beside you, loose-leash, zero pulling, manners like a prince. He was the first dog one of our volunteer photographers took photos of recently, and he was so polite and gentle. He sat...

Gracie must have sneaked in with a fake I.D. because she is quite spry for her age. She enjoys long walks around the neighborhood, sniffing adventures in the backyard and lounging on the deck. She is calm, gentle and gets along well with the other...

When you're smiling, the whole world smiles with you. Gorgeous 10-year-old gal, Maddie, has something to smile about after receiving the dental surgery she needed and getting adopted!

Can you believe the transformation in Sophie's expression from her day of intake to that joyful "going home" smile? One of our favorite parts of helping senior dogs is seeing youthful happiness return to their faces once they receive the loving care they deserve. You can see the hopeful sparkle of love and life in Sophie's eyes!

There are many gentle therapies we can provide to senior dogs to make them more comfortable, strengthen weak limbs, and help guide the process of aging instead of reacting to it. A well-intentioned touch goes a long way towards creating comfort and vitality. With a bit of navigation, you can use these simple acupressure and neuro-lymphatic techniques to enrich your old dogs’ lives and your own as you gently create harmony in their aging bodies.

Through no fault of his own, Wyatt was returned to NorCal Boxer Rescue (NCBR) eight years after adoption. Thanks to help from a Grey Muzzle grant (and his natural charisma!), Wyatt quickly found his new—and truly forever—home.

Dr. Julie Buzby, Grey Muzzle Advisory Board member, has developed ToeGrips for dogs, assistive devices which enable instant traction and confident mobility. She has applied for a business grant and The Grey Muzzle Organization is her choice to receive an additional charity grant. Public voting is incorporated into the final selection of grant winners.