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Don’t Stress, Decompress

By Laura Hentges, CPDT-KA, CCS Congratulations! You’ve decided to welcome a new rescue or foster dog into your home. You have all the usual supplies: collar, leash, bowls, comfy bed, food, treats, toys,...

September 23, 2019 4:00 am

Look at Us Now!

Last Sunday I had the pleasure of attending Old Dog Haven’s Foster/Volunteer picnic and on the drive home I amused myself by trying to remember the names of the dogs I saw at the picnic....

September 16, 2019 4:00 am

Latest Newsletters

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 September 2019 E-Newsletter and our March 2019 Print Newsletter....

September 5, 2019 5:00 am

Old Dog Haven: 15 years old and Going Strong

This year marks the 15th anniversary of Old Dog Haven and I’d like to give you 15 reasons why we’re still able to serve the needs of western Washington’s unadoptable senior dogs: 1. Our founders...

September 2, 2019 4:00 am

Fear Free Procedures and Handling

by Bryana Walters We are on our second Final Refuge foster dog, Rowdy. He’s a cute tiny chihuahua who came to us with no teeth and one eye. During our first month with him,...

August 19, 2019 4:00 am

The Dangers of Leaving Your Dog in the Car

Taking a drive with your canine friend on a summer’s day sounds like fun, but you should think twice about leaving him or her in your parked car. Most pet owners aren’t aware of the...

August 5, 2019 5:00 am

Join the Family! Volunteer for Old Dog Haven

In many respects Old Dog Haven is like a living, breathing jigsaw puzzle that can only be a complete picture if all of the pieces are in place and moving smoothly. Every piece is...

May 27, 2019 5:00 am

End-of-Life Plans for Pets

By Peabody Johanson This week we welcome guest blogger Peabody Johanson. Peabody and her husband Jason are Old Dog Haven foster parents for Banjo as well as mom and dad for several...

May 20, 2019 5:00 am

Walk for Old Dogs July 21st!

It’s the 8th Annual Walk for Old Dogs! Join us for a fun filled day in the park to help our senior dogs. Sunday, July 21, 10:00 a.m – 2:00 p.m. Cromwell Park: 18030 Meridian Ave N; Shoreline...

May 15, 2019 9:28 am

Making a Difference NOW for the Old Dogs Yet to Come

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April 22, 2019 5:00 am

Adoptable? Unadoptable? What’s the Difference?

The short answer? It depends. But I’m guessing you might like a more complete explanation so here’s the deal: Old Dog Haven HELPS homeless (or soon to be homeless) senior dogs in western Washington in...

April 8, 2019 5:00 am

Get Involved!

Do you have a relative, friend, or neighbor who is neglecting their dog? I’m not talking about a dog that just needs a bath or perhaps a haircut, I’m talking about a dog that...

March 25, 2019 5:00 am

Corrie’s Lessons

Most of the important lessons I’ve learned in this life have come from dogs. Especially senior dogs. What they have to teach us is always clear, uncomplicated and free of the analytical and judgmental...

March 11, 2019 5:00 am

Julie Austin – ODH’s ‘official’ photographer!

A special thanks to Julie Austin, Old Dog Haven’s ‘official’ photographer for all the amazing photographs she has taken of our wonderful pups. Her photo of Mayor Augustus is the cover of...

November 1, 2018 12:53 pm

A Maranda Fund Celebration

Meet the dog who inspired this life saving fund – by Paula Moreschi Not only is this year Old Dog Haven’s 15th Anniversary, but it’s also the 10-year anniversary of the arrival of Maranda,...

October 7, 2019 4:00 am

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