Rescue

The Gift of Senior Dog Rescue by Maria Stoerrle

It’s Thanksgiving weekend, we’re getting ready for the holidays, and I find myself, again, in the place where I have to let one of my beloved pets go. My hospice foster Buddy has declined significantly in the past couple weeks. I know he’s not suffering, but I know he’s not happy either. He’s a shadow...

Putting Senior Dogs in Rural Shelters on the RADAR by Dorothy Terry

“Take Me Home, Country Roads” was John Denver’s heartfelt song about a place to belong. But was it original? Is it possible that he first heard these words sung by some mournful stray dog, one of many who are impounded every year? Perhaps this particular hound was on the euthanasia list, and was crying out...

Saving Gracie: An Interview with Dr. Marty Becker, DVM

Dr. Marty Becker, DVM has been called "America's Veterinarian" for the expert advice on animal health that he offers as veterinary correspondent on television and in countless articles and 22 books. At The Grey Muzzle Organization, we are particularly appreciative of the attention he has given to the health and well being of older pets...

Bed Fund Brings Comfort to Senior Dogs in Shelters

Photo courtesy of Vintage Paws Sanctuary They can be the most heartrending of the photos of shelter animals waiting for adoption across the country - senior dogs lying on hard concrete floors. Seeing these images, we can’t help thinking that our loyal companions deserve so much better while they await new families and new homes.The...