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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

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 March 2021 Print Newsletter and our January 2021...

March 7, 2021 10:00 am

What Does it Mean to Have a Heart?

by Paula Moreschi, Development Director This month during Paddywack’s annual Have a Heart campaign for Old Dog Haven I started to reflect on what it means to have a heart. Their fundraiser always takes...

February 15, 2021 4:00 am

2021 Annual Have A Heart for Old Dogs Fundraiser

We are excited to announce the 2021 Have A Heart for Old Dogs fundraiser. During February, the month of love, Paddywack will match up $1,000 for all dog sponsorships made at their store. ...

January 26, 2021 2:08 pm

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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