Top 10 Reasons for Adopting an Older Dog

Published A Few Days Ago

10 rewarding reasons for adopting an older dog

It’s a sad fact that when it comes to adoption, older dogs in shelters and rescues have a harder time finding a new forever home. But we can think of a ton of reasons for adopting an older dog. We’re restricted to just the Top 10, but we think you’ll be convinced that adopting an older dog can bring new joy and love into your home. Photo credit: Kathy Doucette

If you have more reasons to add on why adopting an older dog is so awesome, please add them in the comment section below.

You May Like

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Katie

We’d like you to meet Katie, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. Katie is a female adult German Shorthaired Pointer from Omaha, Nebraska.…

Bright Idea Chuckit LIGHTPLAY Contest

Hey, here’s a bright idea – you should enter this contest to win cool glow-in-the-dark toys! You saw all the wonderful things Kevin Roberts had t…

Take The Itch Out Of These Common Dog Allergies

Let''s go over the most common dog allergies you''ll come across, what kind of symptoms you can expect to see and what you can do about them.

Anglerfish

Anglerfish are a family of predatory fish consisting of over 200 separate species. They are characterized by their rod-like growths called illicium.

Warning: The Deadly Dangers of Antifreeze Poisoning in Dogs

Winter can come with many unpleasant surprises - including antifreeze poisoning in dogs. Recognizing the symptoms is key to saving your pet''s life.

PetGuide’s Best New Dog Grooming Product of 2018: HandsOn Soft Glove

Hands On Soft Gloves are budget-friendly, easy to use and make grooming feel less like a chore and more like a reward- both to you and your pet.

Shih Tzu

The Shih Tzu is a great go-to family pet, but because of its small size and its need for companionship, he''ll need to be an inside dog.

Pitbull Petrified Of Suspicious-Looking Pineapple [Video]

We all have opinions when it comes to the foods we don’t like. Some of us will make loud gagging noises when the offending food is mentioned. Others wi…

Jorkie

A mix of two terrier breeds from England, the Jorkie is a small dog with a big spirit. Find out more about the Yorkie and Jack Russell mix dog!

Tan Rabbit

The Tan rabbit is one of the few ARBA-accepted breeds that has a fully arched body. Its friendly nature makes it an excellent pet for a variety of owners.

Best Dog Grooming Kit

A dog grooming kit can help you get professional salon-quality results from the comfort of your home. Dog grooming can be stress-free and budget friendly!

What You Don’t Know About Addison’s Disease In Dogs

Were going to go over Addisons Disease in dogs, so you can better understand it and help your dog live a normal, active life.

Trifo Lucy Robot Vacuum Review

Tired of sweeping, vacuuming, and mopping? Then the Trifo Lucy Robot Vacuum is made just for you – and we’ve tried it out!

Mauxie

The gorgeous Mauxie leaves no one indifferent. This popular designer dog breed was created by crossing the short-legged Dachshund with the fluffy Maltese.

Cleveland Bay Horse

The Cleveland Bay Horse was bred to be a hard working and devoted horse. This breed has high amounts of strength and stamina.