Blessed is the person who has earned the love of an old dog.
Senior dogs are at the top of the euthanasia list when they are taken into most shelters.
In offering a foster home to a senior dog, you are buying the time needed to find a permanent home and avoid euthanasia. The typical animal shelter is a stressful environment for any animal. It is particularly hard on seniors, who are generally less able to deal with stress and may experience more disorientation than a younger dog. In addition, contagious diseases , such as kennel cough, are often rampant in shelters. Older dogs don't easily fend off disease.