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posted October 05, 2012 01:13 PM            

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You know it’s true: Senior dogs are the best. As much as we can’t resist puppies, there is something about an old pooch that really makes our hearts sing. In honor of Adopt a Shelter Dog Month, we’re counting down the top five reasons why old dogs rock.

1. What you see is what you get. Older dogs are open books—from the start, you’ll know important things like their full-grown size, personality and grooming requirements.
2. Seniors are super-loving. Adopted dogs already in their golden years are devoted and grateful. They create an instant bond that cannot be topped!
3. They settle in quickly. Older dogs have been around the block and already learned what it takes to get along with others and become part of a pack. They’ll be part of the family in no time!
4. Seniors enjoy easy livin’. Couch potato, know thyself. Consider adopting a laid-back canine retiree rather than a high-energy young dog who needs constant monitoring.
5. They’re CUTE! Need we say more?

Did you adopt a senior dog? Tell us about your elder states-pooch in the comments below. Then check out In Praise of Older Dogs, our collection of member stories about senior dogs and the pet parents who love them.
http://blog.aspca.org/content/five-reasons-why-old-dogs-rock

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posted October 06, 2012 06:57 AM            

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Very true..

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posted October 07, 2012 12:35 PM            

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posted October 08, 2012 04:45 AM            

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Dee,I really like how you care about our 4 legged friends.

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posted October 08, 2012 05:10 AM            

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posted October 09, 2012 10:24 AM            

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You are a treasure here.

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posted October 09, 2012 01:16 PM            

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thank you Randall

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posted October 10, 2012 08:28 AM            

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