My Old Dog

“No Dog Should Die Alone” was the attention-grabbing — and heart-stirring — headline of journalist Laura T. Coffey’s TODAY show website story about photographer Lori Fusaro’s work with senior shelter pets. While generally calm, easy, and already house-trained, these animals often represent the highest-risk population at shelters. With gorgeous, joyful photographs and sweet, funny, true tales of “old dogs learning new tricks,” Coffey and Fusaro show that adopting a senior can be even more rewarding than choosing a younger dog. You’ll meet endearing elders like Marnie, the irresistible shih tzu who has posed for selfies with Tina Fey, James Franco, and Betty White; Remy, a soulful nine-year-old dog adopted by elderly nuns; George Clooney’s cocker spaniel, Einstein; and Bretagne, the last known surviving search dog from Ground Zero. They may be slower moving and a tad less exuberant than puppies, but these pooches prove that adopting a senior brings immeasurable joy, earnest devotion, and unconditional love.

From the renowned veterinary school at Tufts University: “A must read for pet lovers who want to ensure their dog has quality golden years” (USA Today). Our dogs are living longer than ever thanks to enormous advances in medical treatment and a highly evolved understanding of what they need to thrive. No one knows this better than the faculty of the Cummings Veterinary School at Tufts, who treat more than eight thousand older dogs annually. Their philosophy of caring for aging canines combines empathy for each individual pet and owner, a comprehensive approach to patient care, cutting-edge science and technology, and a commitment to innovation. Good Old Dog brings their renowned clinic to you, sharing essential knowledge to keep man’s best friend thriving through their golden years. Nutritional advice: Not every senior diet is right for every senior dog Information on treating conditions common to older dogs How to evaluate complicated procedures and decide what’s right for your pet The cost of caring for an older canine and how to shoulder the burden How to identify cognitive decline and manage it Advice on creating a healthy and comfortable environment How to determine when “it’s time” and how to cope with the loss And much more

Conversations with My Old Dog

Guide to training older or rescued dogs. Covers problems from anxiety-related disorders to socializing difficulties for a range of breeds.

One of the world's classic military action-adventure novels. Patrick McLanahan leads a crew of engineers aboard the Old Dog to destroy a Soviet ground-based laser site.

When so much of the world is new, you want to go slowly... to stop and enjoy everything; hills to roll down, perfect-sized rocks, trees that seem to whisper their thoughts. It’s the same when you're much, much older, and every time 'round the seasons seems precious. Yet the folks in the middle (we know who we are) are always rushing, rushing, rushing. Appointments to make, trains to catch, places to be, FAST. That's what makes the bond between old dog and the little girl so special. From the time she takes her first steps, old dog finds someone – at last! – who wants to go at the same pace he does. To walk with everywhere, through this wide, wonderful world. A love song to the bond between young and old, this book will make you want to sit right down and read to someone you care about.

Old Dog Haven is a nonprofit organization helping western Washington's homeless senior dogs by providing a network of loving safe private foster homes. This illustrated collection of true stories explains the organization by introducing you to 36 Old Dog Haven dogs and the people who rescued them. A celebration of hope, transformation and life lessons taught by old dogs and the people who love them, this book includes articles on planning ahead for your animal's long-term welfare, making end-of-life decisions for your animal companion, and how to cope when an animal friend dies. All profits from the sale of this title go to Old Dog Haven.

Twenty canine experts each contribute a chapter on their particular area of expertise, including tips on nutrition, energy healing, and canine massage and bodywork.