Pets and Seniors

But this post is a reminder – or perhaps a lesson – that not every senior dog that arrives in a shelter is there because “people suck.” Rather, some of these pets arrive in shelters because the lack of resources to support elders with pets sucks.

A Shelter Dog’s Story

But are bad people really to blame for all the homeless pit bull dogs in shelters? Do we really know their individual stories? Here’s a story of one dog whose adopter tracked down the original owner, and what she learned might surprise you. We hope this dog’s story inspires you to consider the consequences and inaccuracies of messaging that says, “Help! We have a pit bull problem! Irresponsible owners are causing them to pour into our shelter!”

Tips for Attending Meetings on Breed Discriminatory Laws

(1) Stay for the entire meeting. I recently attended a public hearing in Middletown, New York, where a new dog ordinance was first on the agenda for discussion. After the dog discussion ended, the dozens of advocates in attendance left the hearing; I was one of two people who stayed put.