Many so-called older dogs have at least half of their lives ahead of them if they receive proper care. These can be very special, loving, and productive years, if human companions wish to make them so. You would not go wrong with the older dogs we have seen come through our doors. We have been privileged to have sheltered them.

Please consider that most people want puppies - puppies are easy to place! In many cases, though, people don't realize what they are getting into, and when they find out just how much work training a puppy actually is, they wish they had adopted an adult dog who already knows the ropes and is, therefore, comparatively easy to take care of.

If you would take in one of them, you would be giving an older animal a second chance at the life he or she deserves. Please remember that they are in need of homes through no fault of their own. It is certainly not their fault that they have gotten older. It happens to all of us! You may be surprised how little age matters when you see some of these great dogs. In fact, if we didn't tell you how old some of them are, you would probably have a hard time guessing. These animals are the ones who really need special people to come forward. Many people want young animals; where does that leave the older ones, who want to play and give love, too? Please think about these things as you make your adoption plans.