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A New Year of Hope for Homeless Senior Dogs

As 2015 comes to a close, we at The Grey Muzzle Organization celebrate our achievements this year and look forward to 2016. Each year we get a little closer to realizing our vision of a world in which no old dog dies alone and afraid. Thanks to help from Grey Muzzle grants this year, more...

Massage Options for Your Senior Dog by Jennifer Kachnic

This post contains excerpts from the article "Canine Massage and Bodywork Options" by Jennifer Kachnic, President of The Grey Muzzle Organization and Certified Canine Massage Therapist. The entire article can be read in her book Your Dog's Golden Years – Manual for Senior Dog Care. Touch. Dogs love it. They thrive when they are touched...

Why Old Dogs Matter: An Interview by Laura T. Coffey and Lori Fusaro ("My Old Dog")

The new book My Old Dog: Rescued Pets with Remarkable Second Acts by Laura T. Coffey and Lori Fusaro (photographer) offers a collection of stories about senior shelter pets finding love—and sometimes fame. Among the dogs featured in the book are dogs rescued by Grey Muzzle grantees Old Dog Haven and Muttville Senior Dog Rescue...

Smart Cookie Dog Treats (Supporter Spotlight)

Based in Colorado, Smart Cookie Dog Treats is a company that creates customizable treats for dogs. On December 15th, Smart Cookie will be donating 15% of its sales to The Grey Muzzle Organization. In advance of the occasion, we have taken the opportunity to ask Smart Cookie's co-founder Bri Bradley more about the inspiration behind...