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November is Adopt a Senior Dog Month.  This blog defines what \u201csenior\u201d means and gives the positives of adopting a senior dog and an overview of what to expect when bringing your new senior dog home. What is a Senior Dog?<\/b> According to the ASPCA dogs reach the senior stage of life on average between 7-10 years of age depending on their breed.  Big breeds reach senior-hood earlier than small breeds; large and giant breed dogs (51+ pounds) reach their golden years as early as 5. Positives of Adopting a Senior Dog<\/b> There are a lot of misconceptions about adopting a senior dog.  This section includes information from Cesar\u2019s Way<\/i> and The Winnipeg Humane Society<\/i>.  If you\u2019re thinking of adding a dog to your life here are some things you might want to consider before deciding what dog to bring home:<\/p>\n

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  1. Old dogs can be taught new tricks.<\/span>  Just because a dog is in the late stages of life doesn\u2019t mean that it can\u2019t learn.  Old dogs are just as capable as puppies at learning new things.<\/li>\n
  2. Senior dogs generally don\u2019t need to be trained.<\/span>  Most old dogs already know basic commands like \u201csit\u201d and \u201cstay\u201d.  Further, senior dogs are, in general, already potty trained.  This will save you a lot of time as you won\u2019t have to worry about starting training from the beginning.<\/li>\n
  3. Senior dogs are experienced dogs.<\/span>  Old dogs are typically less excitable and calmer than younger dogs.  Senior dogs have already lived through the puppy stage and have experienced different living situations and types of people.  Many senior dogs have an even-keeled temperament which makes them good with children and less likely to destroy your home and shoes.<\/li>\n
  4. Old dogs make great companions.<\/span>  In general, older dogs already know how to accompany a person on a walk and how to play fetch.  You won\u2019t have to train them to heel or bring you their favourite fetching toy.<\/li>\n
  5. You might be saving a life.<\/span>  Older dogs are often over looked at shelters in favour of younger dogs.  This means that older dogs are the first to be euthanized.  When you choose a senior dog you are likely saving its life.<\/li>\n
  6. Senior dogs settle into your life quickly.<\/span>  Senior dogs have pack experience \u2013 they know how to fit into your life and can adjust more readily than a young dog.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    These are only a few of reasons adopting a senior dog is a great idea.  Remember, when adopting a new pet always look around first \u2013 find the pet that will fit your lifestyle. For more information on the benefits of adopting a senior dog check out:<\/strong><\/p>\n