It’s Adopt a Senior Dog Month. Make It Count!

Tuesday, November 27, 2012 - 11:00am
Senior Dog At ASPCA

Here’s the truth, animal lovers: Older dogs are often the last to be adopted in shelters.

As huge fans of senior pups, we don’t quite get why they’re so frequently passed over. Why wouldn’t you want to adopt an older dog? They don’t destroy your shoes and furniture, they’re either already housetrained or figure it out quickly, they’re great for someone with a busy or low-key lifestyle, and—most important—you know exactly what you’re getting when you bring them home.

Oh, and did we mention senior dogs love you a little extra?

November is Adopt a Senior Dog Month, and there’s still one week left to make a difference for older pups. How? Share a local senior dog’s adoptions profile with your social networks on Facebook, Twitter or Pinterest! (Live near NYC? Try Lady’s or Hennessy’s.) Even better, head to the shelter and adopt one yourself.

But first, let us know what you think about senior canines. Have you adopted an older dog? Share your experience in the comments.

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Comments

Wed, 11/28/2012 - 11:46 — Kathleen Scott (Visitor)
I have adopted and loved older dogs. They are already trained (pros and cons, there) and as lovable as ever. Senior dogs may not be as young as they used to be, but they still want and need some playful and physical activity, tailored to their needs and limitations. A little exercise can improve quality of life for your senior dog and perhaps even slow the progression of aging, including the advancement of dog arthritis.

Thu, 11/29/2012 - 10:12 — DENNY (Visitor)
About a year ago a filthy dog hoarding puppy mill was found and shut down.Authorities and volunteers took the dogs and gave emergency care and then started an adoption campaign.We picked out the puppy we wanted and at 6 months of age we were expecting maybe a 15# dog.We went to the local shelter where some of the dogs were kept and asked for our puppy.Suddenly around the corner came a frisky 40# dog.He was all over me and then my wife.My plans of holding our new little pup(Kevin) on my lap was out.We think this was Kevin's first trip outside and we were fortunate to share his first trip to the grass and also his first snow.We are all happy to have found each other and sometimes we join in on a group hug.

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