Afraid to adopt a senior dog because it feels “too sad”? You’re not alone. Many people avoid older dogs because of fears about health, longevity, or heartbreak, but what if you’re missing out on one of the most rewarding pet experiences of your life?

 In this episode, Amy Castro sits down with Sherri Franklin, founder of Muttville Senior Dog Rescue, to challenge the myths and highlight the real joy and relief that can come from adopting older dogs.
 BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:
 • Why senior dogs are so often passed over and what shelters wish more adopters understood
 • How senior and hospice adoptions can create a deeply meaningful bond
 • How fostering and community support make it possible to save more older dogs

Whether you’ve never considered a senior dog or you already share your home with one, this conversation will help you see older dogs in a whole new way and might just nudge you toward opening your home to one more.
 

CONNECT WITH MUTTVILLE SENIOR DOG RESCUE:
Website: https://muttville.org 

Instagram & Facebook: @muttvillesf 

CONNECT WITH MUTTVILLE SENIOR DOG RESCUE:
Website: https://muttville.org
Instagram & Facebook: @muttvillesf

OTHER LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

• Starlight Outreach and Rescue: https://starlightoutreachandrescue.org
• Family Animal Hospital of Friendswood: https://familyahfriendswood.com

P.S. You may hear us refer to the show as Starlight Pet Talk in this episode. That was our original name. Don’t worry, you’re in the right place.

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