TOP TEN REASONS TO ADOPT A SENIOR HOUND

Thanks to The Senior Dogs Project for permission to use this list.
 

baxterrip1. Housetrained

Older dogs are housetrained. You won't have to go through the difficult process of teaching a puppy house manners and cleaning up after accidents.

2. Won't chew inappropriate items

They are not teething! No chewing your shoes or furniture.

3. Focus to learn

Maturity has its advantages. Older dogs can focus well; therefore they learn more quickly.

4. Know what "no" means

If they hadn’t learned “no,” they wouldn't have gotten to be “older” dogs.

5. Settle in with the pack

Older dogs settle in easily, because they’ve learned what it takes to get along with others and become part of a pack.

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6. Good at giving love

They are grateful for the second chance they've been given, and they're happy to express it!

7. WYSIWYG

What You See Is What You Get: Unlike puppies, older dogs have grown into their shape and personality.

rufeylagoon8. Instant companions

Older dogs are instant companions—ready for hiking, car trips, and other things you like to do.

9. Time for yourself

You have time for yourself. Older dogs don't demand your time and attention like puppies and young dogs.

10. A good night's sleep

Rest well! Unlike pups, senior dogs generally do not need nighttime comforting or potty breaks.


CARING FOR YOUR SENIOR DOG

The Grey Muzzle Organization has published the article "Caring for Your Senior Dog," developed in collaboration with a leading veterinarian in geriatric medicine, a nutritionist, and other experts in senior dog care. Thanks to Grey Muzzle for Caring for Your Senior Dog!


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