Zena

A warrior princess

After 4 1/2 years with her foster home, Zenas journey came to an end. This tiny girl had a very large presence and is missed greatly.

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Wonder what it’s like to be an ODH permanent foster (Final Refuge) home? Read more about the dogs and our terrific foster families and volunteers in our January 2022 E-Newsletter and our November 2021 Print Newsletter....

January 15, 2022 3:00 pm

Ask Murphy

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...

December 13, 2021 4:00 am

November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month

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...

November 8, 2021 4:00 am

We are Old Dog Haven Dogs!

October 11, 2021 4:00 am

Old Dog Haven 2022 Calendar

The Old Dog Haven 2022 Calendar is Here! New beginnings – charming photos of our Final Refuge dogs – inspiring “tails” that will warm your heart …2022 Old Dog Haven calendar is here! Our calendar...

October 1, 2021 8:00 am

Thayne’s World

Grey Muzzle Rescue and Sanctuary by Thayne Hamilton

September 13, 2021 4:00 am

Productive Grieving for an Animal Friend

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...

August 9, 2021 4:00 am

Creating a Legacy for Your Pet

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...

July 12, 2021 4:00 am

Embrace the Changes in Your Senior Dog

By Robert Pregulman This month we welcome 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...

May 17, 2021 4:00 am

Ask Murphy

(Written for Murphy (who has problems typing) by his human, Joe Myers) As part of a species that studies human behavior very closely I thought I could be of some help in answering small social...

April 12, 2021 4:00 am

DOG TREAT RECIPE FROM THE QUEEN OF TREATS

by Dawn Ford This month we welcome guest blogger Dawn Ford, co-owner of the Seattle Barkery, who has graciously offered to share one of her favorite dog treat recipes with us. If your dog...

March 15, 2021 4:00 am

It’s a Fine Line

Those of us who live with senior dogs that have what most people would perceive as limitations, disabilities, age-related illnesses and disease often have a difficult time deciding whether to sing the “Poor...

January 25, 2021 4:00 am

Receiving the Gifts of all Seasons from Your Dog

Receiving graciously is a gift too. Especially if the gift is from your dog. When you receive gifts from your dog, that act of receiving opens your heart just a bit wider. I made...

December 21, 2020 4:00 am

Welcoming a Senior Dog into Your Home and Heart

If you’re interested in becoming a member of the “Old Dogs Club” and are thinking about adopting or fostering an older dog I have a few thoughts about a welcoming routine that you might...

December 7, 2020 4:00 am

Don’t Worry. I’m Fine.

By Claudia Kulvinskas Note: Many dogs that come to us have lived with someone who loved them very much, but were unable to continue to care for their dogs for various reasons. We don’t always...

November 23, 2020 4:00 am

Forever in my heart: Sweetie

By Amber Kizer Sweetie lived in technicolor rainbows and invited those around her to play in the joyful pot of gold. She was larger than life in all the best ways. Whether she was...

October 26, 2020 4:00 am

Always in My Heart

by Trudy Sigler Dogs touch our hearts and create fond memories that are with us forever. Today Old Dog Haven foster Trudy Siegler shares some heartfelt memories of her Maranda Fund dog Stanley. ...

October 19, 2020 4:00 am

Dog Roles

I’ve been thinking about how people interact with each other, which—predictably—leads me to think about dogs and how they interact with each other. First, let’s talk about people: Human to human interaction is largely...

September 21, 2020 4:00 am

Why Do Senior Dogs End Up in Shelters?

For those of you who have a love for senior dogs and wonder why an old dog would end up in a shelter, this posting provides information that will answer your question. Knowing the...

September 7, 2020 4:00 am

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