Every shelter and animal control facility has them, and they are so often overlooked. They are wonderful pets with delightful personalities, but prospective adopters often pass them over because they are “too old.” These pets often find themselves homeless because an owner has passed away, gotten a divorce, or lost a job and cannot care for a pet any longer. Often they are accustomed to living in homes.

ADULT DOGS are often housebroken, won’t wake you in the middle of the night to play, and have outgrown the desire to shred your couch cushions or munch on your shoes. ADULT CATS are usually trained to use a litter box, are not destructive, and would rather curl up in your lap than climb your drapes.

It’s difficult to even consider a seven- or eight-year-old dog as a “senior.” After all, that translates into a 49- or 56-year-old human! Even a 12- or 15-year-old pet deserves a loving home for the rest of his or her life. If you agree, please check this page often and consider adopting from one of the area shelters, humane organizations or animal control facilities. Your life will be more complete!