The Sanctuary for Senior Dogs

We have MORE new dogs to welcome to The Sanctuary!

Meet Calvin, Cindy Lou and Dorry!!

Stay tuned for updates about these sweet senior dogs!

Please help us welcome Reggie to The Sanctuary for Senior Dogs!

Reggie is a sweet older gal who came to us from City Dogs Cleveland

She is blind and deaf so needs time to get used to her surroundings and a little extra reassurance. Reggie likes being around people, sitting on laps and giving "kisses" are her favorite!

Stay tuned for more information about Reggie once she becomes available for adoption.

There are several new faces at The Sanctuary for Senior Dogs.

Let's welcome a couple of these special dogs who came from City Dogs Cleveland

Rue, a sweet old poodle.
Dorry, an equally sweet chihuahua.

Both are being assessed by our veterinarians so they are not yet available for adoption. For now, they are getting some much needed TLC in their foster homes!

Stay tuned for more updates on Rue and Dorry!

Meet Cinco, a gentle soul looking for a loving home. At 12 years-old and 42 pounds, Cinco is a sweet-natured dog who adores the company of other dogs and cats alike. Initially a bit shy, he warms up quickly and thrives in the company of people.

He has arthritis, which is well managed through medication. He loves going on short walks and does not pull on the leash at all. He’s very fond of food puzzles, which keep him mentally stimulated.

He is content following you from room to room just hanging out but also is patient and happy to wait for you behind a door or baby gate. Cinco does not bark and is house trained.
He is currently awaiting a dental procedure before he's ready for adoption.

Cinco promises to bring joy and companionship to his new forever family.

Cocoa wants to wish everyone a Happy 4th of July!
Remember to keep your pets safe cause fireworks can be scary!

Pollyanna, 15-year-old Poodle mix, is one of the Sanctuary's therapy dogs. She loves to visit her friends at Holy Family Home Health Care & Hospice. Senior Dogs make great therapy dogs!

Old dogs love enrichment, even blind dogs!
Rosco got some homemade enrichment at our adoption event yesterday.

Enrichment is important for all dogs, but especially older dogs who may not be able to go for those long walks like they used to.
There are many things around your home you can upcycle to make fun games for your older pup. Rosco was demonstrating how even blind dogs can have fun! This enrichment tool is easy to make! One toilet paper roll filled with treats and crumpled closed on the ends. Let them root around and pull apart the roll getting to the treats inside!

There are so many ways we can enrich the lives of our senior dogs!

A few of our dogs still getting into the spirit!

Photos courtesy of Portraits by Martha

It's the first day of summer!
Cocoa is celebrating by doing some yard work!
A casual stroll in the park, spring cleaning, sitting on the couch watching your favorite show, or even gardening, senior dogs can be great companions while we do our every day activities.

For more information about adopting a senior dog, visit our website www.sanctuaryforseniordogs.org

Old Dogs, Great Friends!

We would like to thank BBH Pride Community for allowing us to be part of the celebration on Saturday! We had so much fun!

Therapy dogs Truffle and Cedric were representing in style!

The Sanctuary for Senior Dogs is honored to be part of the Brecksville- Broadview Hts PRIDE! Come out, have some fun and see some of our therapy dogs!

Support the Sanctuary and promote your business to a group of old dog lovers at the same time. Email for more information.

Get your photos by the FANTASTIC Portraits by Martha at The Sanctuary for Senior Dogs celebrating Pride 2024!
Reserve your spot now! http://www.widdowsonphoto.com/

Adopted!!!!

Meet Eleanor Agnes!

She is a sweet, 15 year old chihuahua mix who is looking for a calm and relaxing adoptive home.

If you are interested in Eleanor Agnes, contact The Sanctuary for more info!
Photo credit: Portraits by Martha

Spring, a forever foster, is showing off his new stroller on this nice day!

With the nice weather finally upon us, remember that even senior dogs who cant walk far distances still like to go for a "stroll."

Happy Solar Eclipse Day!!!!

Cocoa is reminding everyone to wear your glasses during the big event today. Even though he will not be participating in looking at the actual eclipse, he wanted to be a product tester and model for his foster humans!

Happy Easter from The Sanctuary for Senior Dogs!

From everyone with The Sanctuary for Senior Dogs, have a happy and safe St. Patrick's Day!

Photo credit: Portraits by Martha

Frank and Maximus had the best time today visiting with the residents of Vitalia Active Adult Community - Rockside.

A day late, but we hope everyone had a happy Valentine's Day!
Some of our dogs celebrated in style!
Photo credit: Portraits by Martha

We're excited to announce that Tomato Monster Heirlooms will be graciously donating a portion of their profits from their May 4th pop-up to our work with abandoned old dogs!!

Head on over to Pearl Road Methodist Church located at 4200 Pearl Road in Cleveland on May 4th from 10am-3pm

Check out the event page on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/836259778306839/

Adoption announcement!

Our sweet Ember found her forever home over the weekend!!

Congratulations Ember! We know you will have the best life ever!






🐾

Zentangle Fundraiser Join us on Saturday, February 17, from 2:30-4:30 p.m. to create Zentangle® art and raise funds for the Sanctuary for Senior Dogs at the same time! Spend a relaxing afternoon creating beautiful images by learning to draw structured patterns called tangles. You will focus, relax, expand your creativi...

Time for another Glow Up story!!

Frank came to us from City Dogs Cleveland in rough shape. After some TLC and a much needed groom, Frank is a new dog! He is still decompressing from his whirlwind few weeks, but will be available for adoption in the near future.

Keep an eye out for updates on Frank!

The Sanctuary will be closed today due to the weather. We are planning on reopening tomorrow at noon as scheduled.

All of us with The Sanctuary for Senior Dogs would like to wish you a very Merry Christmas!

*Some Sanctuary dogs really got into the holiday spirit this year!*

On Monday, Pollyanna, 15-year-old Sanctuary therapy dog, visited her friends at Holy Family Home Health Care & Hospice sporting her Santa hat and scarf. By the end of her visit, she had curled up in her stroller for a much deserved nap.