Pablita - the Cairn Snuffleupagus

We did it again. We took Pablita in this summer as a 15 year old owner surrender. Her Mom was taking a job overseas and couldn't take her so she contacted Col. Potter.
Can't imagine what poor Pablita must have thought when she got here. I think she was confused for a while but she's come into her own and she's way better behaved than the other three. ;-)
When she turned 16 in October we started talking about the possibility of someone wanting to adopt her and figured if by some long shot someone did, it would not be fair for her to move again. So we put in to adopt her last week and the contract goes in the mail tomorrow.
She gets along fine with everyone (even Rissa, which is no small task ;-)) and Mandy really likes to pal around with her so she was really telling us she wasn't going anywhere.
We're happy she's staying and that we can offer her a nice cushy couch and a bed to snuggle in but sad that we won't be fostering for a while. Only did a couple a year because of travel but with four here now and me traveling a lot this year, we can't really handle any more.
So that's the story of Pablita, the senior snuffleupagus.
Denise in Albuquerque with Rowdy, Rissa, Mandy and Pablita

Dr. Jon writes about Senior Dogs

Dr. Jon writes daily for PetPlace.com http://www.petplace.com/. The following article was recently posted there and I thought you'd enjoy it too. We know how special our cairns are; especially those fosters for whom we are seeking forever homes where they will know love, maybe for the very first time. For more info, from PetPlace.com, search on "senior" for a list of dog and cat article.I hope you like the article!

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You have probably heard the story about "Stump", the Sussex Spaniel who won the world's most prestigious dog show- the Westminster Dog Show.

Why is this such a cool story? It's because Stump is the oldest dog to ever win the Westminster!

When we think about aging in humans or animals, most of us think it is a state of decline. But this 10-year-old beauty really made people stop and rethink their views on aging.

10-year-old dogs are considered "senior" dogs. So Stump's win at the Westminster Dog Show would be like a senior person winning a beauty contest or a marathon. Talk about a "perfect 10"! Very cool indeed!

So what does Stump's story tell us? Well, it just goes to prove that, with good nutrition and good veterinary care, "10" may be the new "6"!

If your dog is senior dog or soon will be, here are some tips on Making the Transition from Adult to Senior Dog. http://www.petplace.com/dogs/adult-to-senior-dog/page1.aspx

And while you're at it, check out these other good articles on senior dogs:

Commonly Asked Questions About Senior Dogs http://www.petplace.com/dogs/commonly-asked-questions-about-senior-dogs/page1.aspx

Keeping Your Senior Dog Healthy http://www.petplace.com/dogs/keeping-your-senior-dog-healthy/page1.aspx

The Effects of Aging on Dogs http://www.petplace.com/dogs/the-effects-of-aging-on-dogs/page1.aspx

What to Expect as Your Dog Ages

I have one more article for you. It tells you how to care for your geriatric dog. It is a very good article that goes through detailed recommendations for his home care, veterinary care, vaccines, nutrition and more. Go to: How to Care For Your Geriatric Dog. http://www.petplace.com/dogs/geriatric-dog-care/page1.aspx

Until next time,

Dr. Jon

P.S. What is the real way to compare the ages of dogs and people. Are those sayings about "doggy years" true, or are they myths? For the real scoop, read Dogs and People - What is the Age Comparison? http://www.petplace.com/dogs/dogs-and-people-what-is-the-age-comparison/page1.aspx