Senior K9 Rescue Inc.

07/30/2024

Maggie is a senior dachshund in need of a loving home and a balanced diet. Although she is very friendly with humans, she shows little interest in forming relationships with other dogs. If you think you have the perfect home for Maggie, please come and meet her. At Glynn County Animal Services
190 Carl Alexander Way
Brunswick GA

07/30/2024

Monkey, a laid-back senior dog, seeks a loving forever home. At 8 years old and 55 lbs, she requires less exercise and work than a puppy. Monkey walks well on a leash, enjoys lounging in the sun, and is microchipped, up-to-date on shots, and dog-friendly, housebroken. Sadly, she has been surrendered by her previous owner and is now available for adoption, foster, or rescue pull at Glynn County Animal Services Visit her during their open hours: Tuesday-Saturday 12-5 PM, Sunday 1-4 PM, and closed on Mondays.

07/22/2024

Did you know getting your pet neutered can reduce their urge to mark? Just one of the many benefits of spay and neuter!

07/20/2024

When the time is right, unconditional love will find you in the form of a furry friend with a wagging tail, bringing joy and companionship into your life.

07/20/2024

Training dogs on how to behave around people, especially children, is crucial. Likewise, educate your child on how to interact with dogs, irrespective of their breed or size. Never leave a dog and a baby or small child unsupervised, no matter how friendly the dog may seem.

07/08/2024

To make the most of your beach excursion, visit during times of pleasant weather and moderate temperatures. In the winter, if the temperature requires an excessive amount of layers, it may not be suitable for your pet. Similarly, in the summer, if the sand is too hot for you to walk barefoot, it may be too hot for your pet and could result in painful burns.

07/07/2024

Just saying....😂

07/07/2024

Heatstroke in dogs can be fatal in as little as an hour, especially if the dog doesn't have access to shade, water, or rest. Dogs that are more prone to heatstroke include:

*Young or old dogs
*Dogs with thick coats
*Dogs with short, flat faces
*Dogs with certain diseases or medications
*Overweight or obese dogs

06/30/2024

Please be mindful of your pets during the July 4th celebrations. Not all of them enjoy the loud noises, so let's make sure they are safe and secure.

06/29/2024

Let's soar to new heights together! We're at 11K followers and aiming for 12K. Your support can help us reach new horizons! Like, comment, and share our posts, and invite your friends to join us on this journey. We can achieve great things as a team!

06/29/2024

06/28/2024

It's summer and we all like to take our canine family members swimming,
👇What you should know👇
Blue-green algae, also known as cyanobacteria, can be found in lakes, ponds, and rivers, and can be fatal to dogs if they drink or swim in contaminated water. This is because the algae can produce toxins, called cyanotoxins, that can affect a dog's liver, nervous system, or skin. Symptoms can appear as early as 15 minutes after exposure, but can also take several days to develop. There is no antidote for blue-green algae poisoning, so prevention is key.
Here are some signs that your dog may have been exposed to blue-green algae:
*Vomiting
*Diarrhea
*Drooling
*Weakness or tremors
*Disorientation or confusion
*Collapse or unconsciousness
*Seizures
*Breathing difficulties
*Reddening of the skin
*Blisters of the skin

If you suspect your dog has been exposed, you should immediately wash them off with clean water and contact your veterinarian. You should also go to a local ER veterinarian if your dog is showing any of the above symptoms.

06/27/2024

06/16/2024

As we celebrate this special day, I am reminded of the immense gratitude I have for you being my hero, my mentor, and my best friend. Your selflessness and generosity have been a constant in my life, and I am so lucky to have you by my side.

06/12/2024

Let's talk about parvo and the new strain:
Do your research, talk to your veterinarian.
How is CPV-2c transmitted? As with other parvovirus variants, CPV-2c is highly contagious and is spread by direct dog-to-dog contact and contact with contaminated f***s (stool), environments or people. The virus can also contaminate kennel surfaces, food and water bowls, collars and leashes, and the hands and clothing of people who handle infected dogs. CPV-2 is among the most environmentally stable viruses, remaining infectious for at least a year in the soil.
The risk for infection with CPV-2c and all other variants of the canine parvovirus (as well as many other infectious diseases) is highest when large numbers of unvaccinated dogs are housed together in close confinement, such as boarding/training kennels, shelter facilities. Unvaccinated dogs of all ages and breeds are susceptible to infection, but puppies are at higher risk of severe illness than are older dogs.
American Veterinary Medical Association

Learn about canine parvovirus, including clinical signs and prevention methods.

06/07/2024

05/26/2024

Memorial Day!
To honor those who serve and have served.
Freedom Is not Free!

05/21/2024

When a family decides to bring a new dog into the household, the first option for many is a puppy. However, there’s another kind of dog often found in rescue organizations that's just as deserving of a home that could be a far better match for your household.

The surprising secret is that older dogs offer a lot of benefits to their potential new families — in fact, these sweet examples of senior adoptions will make your heart melt.

A senior dog, according to veterinarians, is any dog older than 7 years old. For many dogs, especially smaller breeds, they haven’t even hit their prime by age 7. Even so, they’re fully grown; many people looking to adopt may assume there's something wrong with them or find them less compelling than a cute, wiggly puppy.

Yet, landing in a shelter/rescue often isn’t the fault of an older dog at all. Common reasons why adult or senior dogs are given up include the death of the owner, a move where the dog can’t follow, a new baby in the family, the loss of a job, a family member developing allergies or even a change in the work schedule of the owner that doesn’t allow for enough time to care for the dog. Well trained and pure breed dogs might find themselves up for adoption and amazingly, they can wait far longer than other dogs to find a forever home

Pet Finder conducted a survey that showed older dogs may wait four times as long as other dogs to be adopted. The absolute hardest pets to place are older dogs.. While adorable puppies seem to have no problem finding new homes, senior pets often spend the longest amount of time at the shelter/rescue before being adopted — but many do not get adopted at all... Because of low adoption rates for senior pets, old dogs have higher euthanasia rates or even live out their lives in a rescue."

To counter the myth that adult and senior dogs aren’t desirable for a new rescued pet, we’ve rounded up reasons why adopting a senior dog may be one of the most rewarding pet choices you make.

Ready to love and to be loved
Some senior dogs may have had a rocky past. Perhaps they had an abusive previous owner, or they were a stray for awhile, or perhaps they were just ignored by a family that didn’t have time for them. But dogs are experts at forgiving and forgetting. Whatever their story, senior dogs are so often ready to put the past behind them and enjoy love and cuddles for the rest of their days.

"Senior dogs may bear a few scars — both physical and emotional — but they don’t let their pasts keep them down, no matter how dark they may have been. Dogs have a way of forgiving, forgetting and living in the present.

If you give your love to an old dog, you can be sure he will devote the rest of his life to loving you back," .

What could be more rewarding than ensuring an older dog gets a second chance at a loving home?

You're helping a friend live out their golden years in the happiest way
One of the best reasons to adopt a senior dog has nothing to do with convenience and everything to do with kindness. Senior dogs, like any animal, deserve a chance to live out their later years in a loving environment. The kind of companionship and care that best meets their needs can’t be found in a busy, noisy, stressful shelter — even rescue groups with the best of intentions and highest standards. Yet it's in these rescue's that senior dogs too often spend weeks, months, or even the rest of their lives while they wait for a special adopter.

When you open your home and your heart to an older pet, you are saving them from an almost certain death and showing them that they are worthy of love and comfort during their twilight years."

When you adopt a senior dog, you’re ensuring that one of the dogs least likely to find a peaceful home will instead find the love, companionship they need and want to provide.

05/17/2024

Let's talk about parvo and the new strain: Do your research, talk to your veterinarian.
How is CPV-2c transmitted? As with other parvovirus variants, CPV-2c is highly contagious and is spread by direct dog-to-dog contact and contact with contaminated f***s (stool), environments or people. The virus can also contaminate kennel surfaces, food and water bowls, collars and leashes, and the hands and clothing of people who handle infected dogs. CPV-2 is among the most environmentally stable viruses, remaining infectious for at least a year in the soil.
The risk for infection with CPV-2c and all other variants of the canine parvovirus (as well as many other infectious diseases) is highest when large numbers of unvaccinated dogs are housed together in close confinement, such as boarding/training kennels, shelter facilities. Unvaccinated dogs of all ages and breeds are susceptible to infection, but puppies are at higher risk of severe illness than are older dogs.

05/15/2024

While most of us would go to the ends of the earth for our animals, not every pet is able to find their loving, forever home—only knowing shelters as a place of residence. Animals living in shelters suffer from a variety of hardships. For animal lovers, and rescuer's some of these statistics below may be hard for you to learn. As hard as it may be, it’s important to know.

If you’re thinking about buying a dog from a breeder, or even a pet store, we encourage you to read the below information. Many animals need loving homes, and if you visit your local animal shelter or rescue you just may find your next best friend that desperately needs YOUR help.

These five states account for most euthanasia deaths in animal shelters in the U.S.
Approximately 800,000 cats and dogs are euthanized in shelters each year, with these five states accounting for 50% of those deaths.

Texas – 125,000 +
California – 110,000 +
Florida – 66,000 +
North Carolina – 62,000 +
Georgia – 43,000 ++

Pictured below is "Oden" Rescued by Senior K9 Rescue Inc. with his disabilities he was always overlooked by so many. He now will live out his beautiful self at the rescue.

05/12/2024

Mommy, I love you
For all that you do.

I'll kiss you and hug you
'Cause you love me, too.

You feed me and need me
To teach you to play,

So smile 'cause I love you
On this Mother's Day.