LIFE WITH OLD DOGS
Nurturing your older dog with knowledge, love, and a slower pace.
Loving An Old Dog Changes You
It slows you down
It asks more of you
It teaches you patience, presence, and responsibility
And sometimes… it can feel overwhelming
Life With Old Dogs exists to support both ends of that experience — the practical and the emotional.
This is not a space for quick fixes or trendy advice. It is a space for real guidance rooted in lived experience.
What You’ll Find Here
The Blog
Thoughtful, experience-based articles on:
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Quality of life assessments
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Mobility and arthritis support
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Incontinence care
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Nutrition and supplementation
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Cold weather and seasonal adjustments
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The emotional reality of caregiving
Practical. Honest. Grounded.
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The Podcast
Conversations for the ones who carry the weight.
We talk about:
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Caregiver burnout
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Anticipatory grief
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Decision fatigue
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The emotional cost of compassion
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What it means to love something that is aging
This is support for the people behind the dogs.
Listen to the Podcast 👉
The Newsletter
A calm, thoughtful email you’ll actually want to open.
Short reflections. Practical reminders. Sanctuary life. Gentle guidance.
No noise. No pressure.
Join the Newsletter 👉
Life With Old Dogs School
For those who want deeper guidance and structured support, Life With Old Dogs School offers carefully developed courses rooted in real-world experience.
These are not generic online programs.
They are practical, emotionally informed resources designed to help you:
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Confidently care for an aging dog at home
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Understand quality of life beyond the calendar
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Prevent caregiver burnout
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Navigate rescue or sanctuary leadership responsibly
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Create sustainable systems instead of chaos
Whether you are a devoted pet parent or a rescuer carrying too much on your shoulders, the School was built to give you tools, clarity, and confidence..
Explore Life With Old Dogs School 👉
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About Dawn
I am the founder of Woody’s Place Senior German Shepherd Sanctuary, a true sanctuary providing lifelong care homeless German Shepherds eight years and older — most arriving at ten or beyond.
For more than a 15 years, I have lived the daily reality of older dog care:
The reusable diapers.
The orthopedic beds.
The medication schedules.
The short, frequent walks, five, six, seven times a day and more.
Life With Old Dogs was born because I realized something:
People love their aging dogs deeply… but they often feel alone and unsure.
This platform — and the School — exist so you don’t have to figure it all out by yourself. Whether you are caring for an aging dog at home or a sanctuary president carrying the weight of impossible decisions, this is a place for practical information, ethical clarity, and steady support.
Medical & Professional Disclaimer
The information shared through Life With Old Dogs Media, including the blog, podcast, newsletter, and Life With Old Dogs School, is based on personal experience, research, and years of hands-on work in rescue and sanctuary care.
I am not a veterinarian, medical professional, or licensed healthcare provider. The content provided here is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Always consult your veterinarian or a qualified medical professional regarding your dog’s specific health needs, medical conditions, medications, or treatment plans.
If your dog is experiencing a medical emergency, please contact your veterinarian or an emergency animal hospital immediately.
By using this website and its content, you acknowledge that you are responsible for your own decisions and the care of your animal.