Author: Deeanne Matz
Foster Family Stories
April 25, 2022 Life Lessons from Old Dogs
What it’s like to foster an Old Dog Haven dog Old Dog Haven stands on the foundation of our foster families. If we feel that an old dog is unadoptable due to medical or other issues these are the wonderful folks that bring these dogs into their homes for the remainder of their lives. Old…
2022 Annual Have A Heart Fundraiser
January 28, 2022 Events and Announcements, Uncategorized
Show your love for old dogs! It’s February, the month of love, and we’re hoping to raise $10,000 in sponsorships and funds for all our lovely Old Dog Haven Final Refuge dogs. As part of our Have a Heart fundraiser, Paddywack, a pet food and supply store and long time supporter of Old Dog Haven,…
Ask Murphy
December 13, 2021 Life Lessons from Old Dogs
It’s the holidays—so, instead of advice, I would like to offer you a present from dogdom. This wonderful poem, originally written in 1823, has been passed from dog family to dog family. Called, “What a Night Before Christmas!” It was written by Nicola, Clement Clarke Moore’s dog. A people version exists as well, but…
November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month
November 8, 2021 Life Lessons from Old Dogs
By Robert Pregulman This month we welcome back guest blogger, Robert Pregulman, who runs Seattle DogSpot, a comprehensive resource for all things dog in the Seattle area, including dog friendly businesses, dog event calendar, and a blog about dog-related issues. In this blog Robert shares his thoughts about adopting a senior dog. Thank you, Robert.…
The Old Dog Haven 2026 Calendar is Sold Out!!
October 1, 2021 Events and Announcements, General News, ODH Calendars
Please check back next September/October for a list of where to get the 2027 CALENDARS!! Wonderful photos of our Final Refuge dogs – inspiring “tails” that will warm your heart … the 2026 Old Dog Haven calendar is available online here (for online donations of $40 or more; please mark the ‘send me a…
Thayne’s World
September 13, 2021 Life Lessons from Old Dogs
Grey Muzzle Rescue and Sanctuary by Thayne Hamilton
Productive Grieving for an Animal Friend
August 9, 2021 Life Lessons from Old Dogs
If my use of the word “productive” to describe grieving sounds odd to you, indulge me a bit while I ask you to think about grieving in a way that can be productive. Grieving, like any emotion, can be productive if you allow yourself to experience the emotions attached to grieving in a way that…
Creating a Legacy for Your Pet
July 12, 2021 Life Lessons from Old Dogs
By Peggy Hoyt Note: This month we are delighted to welcome guest blogger, Peggy Hoyt, J.D., M.B.A., B.C.S. Peggy is a Board Certified Specialist with the Florida Bar in both wills, trusts and estates and elder law. She is an author, speaker, host of the weekly “pawcast,” All My Children Wear Fur Coats,…
A Note on Senior Pet Rescue
June 14, 2021 Life Lessons from Old Dogs
by Chelsea Saunders Note: This month we welcome guest blogger, Chelsea Saunders. Chelsea and her husband Reed have been rescuing senior dogs and cats for years. Chelsea says: “In the late ‘90’s and early 2000’s I was a very active volunteer with several animal rescue organizations (and even worked at one for a while),…
