Grieving a Loss

September 3, 2015 Resources

by Ardeth DeVries When an animal friend dies, it’s really hard, isn’t it? Our society allows us to grieve openly when a human friend or family member dies, but when an animal friend leaves his or her body sometimes the grieving rules change. If we aren’t able to grieve in a way that is helpful,…

End of Life Decisions

July 22, 2015 Resources

by Ardeth De Vries How do you know when it’s time to release your animal friends from their bodies? Some of our old dogs leave their bodies without assistance from us. Their deaths are “natural” and require no intervention. However, one of the most difficult, yet very necessary, aspects of our work here at Old Dog…

Plan Ahead

July 22, 2015 Resources

by Ardeth De Vries What will happen to your dog if you are no longer able to care for him? Don’t just presume that your family or friends will assume responsibility for your animal friend if you are no longer able to care for him. We’ve seen far too many dogs end up in shelters…