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Friends for Pets Foundation is a "no-kill" rescue and placement organization dedicated primarily to the Sporting Breeds!
Donations are always
appreciated and
gratefully accepted.
Thank You for Your Interest in Our Dogs !
10 Reasons to Adopt a Senior Dog...
1. Adulthood
- In most cases Senior
Dogs are well past the chewing and digging stages of life. They cause less
destruction than puppies or younger dogs. They also have a longer
attention span,
making them easier to train.
2. Peace of Mind - Over 90% of Senior Dogs are housebroken before they go into a second home. In addition, an adult dog has a larger bladder and can go for longer periods of time without relief, such as when you get stuck in traffic.
3. Experience - Most Senior Dogs have been socialized with other animals. They can provide an example and a calming influence to younger dogs.
4. Tolerance - Senior Dogs are good first dogs for children because they are patient with tail tugging and rough petting. They'll walk away from a playing child rather than hurt him.
5. Companionship - Senior Dogs don't demand constant watchfulness and attention. They're content just to be in the same room while family members are working or relaxing. A Senior Dog will be just as happy with a sedate walk as with intense exercise.
6. Dignity - Senior Dogs are generally calmer than young
dogs; they won't scare
small children or the elderly by jumping up to greet them.
7. Adaptability - A Senior Dog will adapt more easily to changes in your household, such as a new baby, relatives or guests visiting, or being left alone for long periods of time when there is a sudden burst of overtime at work.
8. WYSIWYG (What
You See Is What You Get) - A
Senior Dog is fully grown, and
most of its health history is already known (hereditary diseases, arthritis, and hip
dysplasia are some). There are no guesses about how big it will get, whether it will
bark a lot, or what its energy level will be.
9. Personality – A Senior Dog arrives with its own sets of
likes (soft
places to sleep, belly rubs, tennis balls) and dislikes (cauliflower, squirrels, vacuum
cleaners), and each one is different. Discovering all the facets of a Senior's
personality makes life with them truly enjoyable.
10. Memories - Even if you have a Senior Dog as a part of your
life for only a few years, the days and the adventures you share are precious. The
love and joy you receive every day from a Senior will more than compensate for the sadness
of eventually losing such a wonderful companion.