New to dogs later in life? Vets recommend these calm, trainable breeds that fit senior first-time owners well.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Jen Reeder is an award-winning journalist who specializes in pets. Achilles, a 10-year-old boxer mix, found himself up for ...

Giving senior dogs the proper care and love could lengthen the pup's life with its forever family. Shelters and animal welfare organizations have long encouraged inexperienced dog owners to adopt an ...

For the last six months, Neville and Clementina have been living in the lap of luxury. Well, in Harriet Hart’s lap anyway. “They’re very affectionate,” Harriet, a senior who's living at Barkley Place ...

What can you tell me about service dogs for seniors with disabilities? My 67-year-old father has chronic arthritis and Parkinson’s disease, and I’m wondering if an assistance dog could help make his ...

WESTMINSTER — Some furry faces are gray, but there is bright news for senior dogs this summer. The Grey Muzzle Organization has awarded a transformative grant to Crops and Flops Rescue, ensuring more ...

Dear Dr. Fox: In a recent column, E.B. of Norman, Okla., wanted to have a dog or a cat but had various reasons why it would be a financial expense that he could not afford. In the St. Louis area, we ...

At Dirty Paws Agape Haven in southeast Michigan, Tom Pappas is living out his dream. On 19 acres of land in Ottawa Lake, his family's home is also home to more than 20 senior dogs living out their ...

Canton Township — Suzy Golden was supposed to give up her 11-year-old sniffling Shih Tzu foster named Jasmine weeks ago. But almost two months later, and she just can't anymore. "She's a million ...

A pair of senior dogs have gone viral for their slow-motion struggle over two identical balls—prompting one viewer to joke, "Needs the Benny Hill music." In the TikTok video, posted by @kaseyej13, ...