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Why Should I Adopt a Senior
Dog?
Many
people automatically think of a puppy when they think of adopting
a dog. Puppies are warm and cuddly, and everyone wants to hold
and pet them. But puppies demand patience and energy to
help them become wonderful family members and companions. Older
dogs, however, can be as cute and lovable as puppies, and they
often come with many wonderful qualities that puppies take years
to grow into. 
Maybe you are reluctant to adopt a senior dog because you fear
that your time with your new best friend will be short, bringing
that painful time of loss closer. But the privilege of loving
a senior dog makes every single day special, as you and
your companion share love, friendship, and a special relationship
that grows stronger with the knowledge that you have given this
fine old dog a second chance at life. The love that grows from
this knowledge is stronger than the pain of eventual separation.
So spread the word! Adopting a senior dog is a wonderful experience
for you and your new dog. You will gain a faithful companion.
You will save a life. And don't forget, senior dogs and senior
people bring out the best in each other. Old dogs make great
friends!
Reasons to Adopt a Senior Dog
 Senior
dogs love to sleep and cuddle the day away.
They enjoy a brisk daily walk, but the best part of the day
is the nap. They love for you to join them.
Senior dogs have a tremendous amount
of love to give.
When you rescue a senior dog,
you have a best friend for life.
Senior dogs reward your care with
an unwavering devotion. Nothing matches the love of a senior
dog for his rescuer.
Senior dogs have learned many of
life's lessons. They know, for example, that shoes are for
walking and bones are for chewing.
Senior dogs know that great outdoors
is for eliminating and the house is for relaxing. Your carpet
will last longer with a senior dog.
Senior dogs can learn new tricks
and be valuable family and community members. They make excellent
therapy dogs.
Senior dogs often fit into your household
with ease. They find the softest, warmest spot in the
house and claim it for their own, but they will share with
you, too.
Senior dogs make excellent companions
for everyone, especially senior people.
Adopting a senior dog saves a life!
Copyright 2001 Sanctuary
for Senior Dogs
www.sanctuaryforseniordogs.org/
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