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Oldies But Goodies 

Senior Dog Program

Older dogs are often discarded because they are no longer considered "young" or "fun." These wonderful dogs still have years of life and love to give, and despite common beliefs, they adapt very well to a new household.  Older dogs are typically difficult to place in adoptions because of their age and feared medical issues and costs.  The average lifespan of a cocker spaniel is 13 to 15 years.

Because Oldies but Goodies was initially established to accept the older cockers that are typically overlooked, OBG has a larger number of senior dogs than most other rescue groups in the U.S.

To put it simply:  We Love Our Senior Dogs!  Most OBG volunteers pick a senior dog when it comes to adopting a pet for our own. Senior dogs are wonderful companion animals.   Older pets are usually housebroken; they no longer chew on the family slippers and while most enjoy an active life, they are much more calm and quieter.  Rather than driving you crazy as a young puppy would, they are more likely to provide a calming effect and probably do wonders for your blood pressure as they curl up at your feet at the end of the day.

Click here to read some of the Happy Ending Stories of our wonderful seniors

OBG has a  Senior Adoption Program for our dogs over the age of eight:  If you adopt one of our mature companions, OBG will reimburse the owner for vet expenses incurred during the first two months after adoption. The details are as follows:

If the adopter is 60 yrs or older, the reimbursement is as follows:

The Adoption fee is $200.00

Vet care reimbursement for month 1: up to $50

Vet care rembursment for month 2: up to $50

If the adopter is under the age of 60:

The Adoption fee is $300.00

Vet care reimbursement for month 1: up to $50

Vet care rembursment for month 2: up to $50

The reimbursement covers medical costs incurred from the date of contract signing.  The initial exam, which is required by the adoption contract, is not covered. Medicines and other medical needs are covered, including pet health insurance premiums. 

Dated receipts identifying medical care and the pet's name as shown on the adoption contract must be mailed into our Newington, VA post office box for reimbursement.  Please allow 4-6 weeks for processing.  Medical cost incurred beyond the first two months are the sole responsibility of the adopter.

Thank you for loving a Senior Dog!!

Click here for a list of our senior dogs