Adopting a senior or adult dog delivers as many joys as adopting a puppy—along with some unique benefits. But senior dogs are frequently bypassed for younger dogs in rescue shelters because of common misconceptions about them, according to the ASPCA. If you’re considering adopting a dog with some miles under his paws, read on for a closer look at older dog adoptions, the special considerations to keep in mind, and the steps to adopting an adult or senior dog.
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Is Your Dog a Senior?
Just like people, dogs slow down with age. But how do you know if your dog is a senior? And what can you expect as he gets older? Similar to people, aging in dogs is highly variable based on dog breed, size, health, and environment. But there are some . . .
Read MoreProject Unconditional #37: A Senior Chiweenie Steals Everyone’s Hearts
Lori and Miss Kitty share a bit of dock time while ashore.
Photo by Jane Sobel Klonsky
San Francisco, California—Evelyn never had a dog growing up, although she pleaded with her parents that she couldn’t live without one. Finally, Evelyn took the plunge, and Audrey came into her life. She was a senior Chiweenie who was . . .
Read MoreDon’t Miss Fall Orvis Days!
Each spring and fall, Orvis Retail stores around the country celebrate the season by holding Orvis Days events, featuring local food and music, demonstrations of fly-fishing and dog-training skills, . . .
Read MoreProject Unconditional #36: “On the Sea with Miss Kitty”
Written by: Jane Sobel Klonsky, Project Unconditional
Lori and Miss Kitty share a bit of dock time while ashore.
Photo by Jane Sobel Klonsky
Shelburne, Vermont—I met Miss Kitty and Lori on the tail end of their year-long boat adventure. Docked in Vergennes, Vermont, Lori and her husband, Paul, were fueling up for their trip . . .
Read MoreProject Unconditional Photo 35: “She Stole My Heart”
Written by: Jane Sobel Klonsky, Project Unconditional
Meg and Opal will make the most out of whatever time Opal has left..
Photo by Jane Sobel Klonsky
Seattle, Washington—Opal took Meg’s heart by surprise. The 15-year-old Corgi, a puppy-mill survivor whom she adopted nine years ago, was only supposed to stay with her long enough . . .
Read MoreProject Unconditional Photo 34: “The Squirrel Wrangler”
Written by: Jane Sobel Klonsky, Project Unconditional
Mariah and Weslie share a moment on a chilly Vermont day, when the squirrels were in hiding.
Photo by Jane Sobel Klonsky
Manchester, Vermont—Weslie knows Mariah was a bane to the local fauna, making a sport of squirrel-chasing and crow-stalking, sneaking up on the noisy birds with a degree of stealth. . .
Read MoreShare Your Own “Unconditional Stories”!
Written by: Jane Sobel Klonsky, Project Unconditional
Photos by Jane Sobel Klonsky
Project Unconditional has inspired many people to send in their stories. Jane will be using the new blog space on her website to feature those stories. By simply connecting with her, folks can. . .
Read MoreProject Unconditional Photo 27: “The Best Playmate”
Written by: Jane Sobel Klonsky, Project Unconditional
Cleo was always up for whatever games Sophie could dream up.
Photo by Jane Sobel Klonsky
Manchester, Vermont—This picture says it all: I can see Ryan reminiscing with Cleo about all the chased balls and Frisbees, as well as the tea parties with Ryan’s daughter Sophie, where she. . .
Read MoreUnconditional Stories #10: “Debbie & Her Sled Dogs”
Debbie Moderow moved to Alaska years ago and fell in love with sled dogs after adopting a 7-year-old Alaskan Husky named Salt. Since then, her life has revolved around her sled. . .
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