Seniors for Seniors Program
Old dogs, like
old shoes, are comfortable. They might be a bit out of shape and
a little worn around the edges, but they fit well." - Bonnie Wilcox 'Old Dogs,
Old Friends'
| Top Ten Reasons to Adopt an Older Dog |
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In the rescue world, November has always been designated as “Adopt a Senior Month”. IPPRA is going to take this one step further and is now offering a new program for our senior dogs. It is our “Seniors for Seniors Adoption Program”. IPPRA does not discriminate when it comes to our rescue dogs no matter what age they are, or the amount of vet care they need, our group does whatever it takes to help all dogs in need. Research shows that Pet ownership may be a factor in improved health of the elderly. So we thought why not have a program for our dogs as well as elderly people, and help the 2 unite! There are many benefits to adopting a senior dog!
Housetrained 1. Older dogs are housetrained. You won't have to go through the difficult stage(s) of teaching a puppy house manners and mopping/cleaning up after accidents. Won't chew inappropriate items 2. Older dogs are not teething puppies, and won't chew your shoes and furniture while growing up. Focus to learn 3. Older dogs can focus well because they've mellowed. Therefore, they learn quickly. Know what "no" means 4. Older dogs have learned what "no" means. If they hadn't learned it, they wouldn't have gotten to be "older" dogs. Settle in with the "pack" 5. Older dogs settle in easily, because they've learned what it takes to get along with others and become part of a pack. Good at giving love 6. Older dogs are good at giving love, once they get into their new, loving home. They are grateful for the second chance they've been given. WYSIWYG 7. What You See Is What You Get: Unlike puppies, older dogs have grown into their shape and personality. Puppies can grow up to be quite different from what they seemed at first. Instant companions 8. Older dogs are instant companions -- ready for hiking, car trips, and other things you like to do. Time for yourself 9. Older dogs leave you time for yourself, because they don't make the kinds of demands on your time and attention that puppies and young dogs do. A good night's sleep 10. Older dogs let you get a good night's sleep because they're accustomed to human schedules and don't generally need nighttime feedings, comforting, or bathroom breaks.
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| IPPRA encourages senior citizens to consider adopting a senior dog. We consider a toy dog a senior at age 10 and up! We will offer a discounted adoption donation to anyone over the age of 60 that wants to adopt one of our senior kids. |
