Moments In Time

"A Moment in Time" is the name of GSRA's Senior Dog program. It represents what we feel is one of the greatest lessons our senior animals have to teach us - that being, time shouldn't be measured in minutes, hours, days or even years...but rather moments - special moments that are shared between a human and their dog.

One of the greatest hurdles we have faced in promoting the idea of adopting a senior dog, is the prevailing fear that the time spent with the adopted dog will be short. People are afraid of facing death - whether it be their own, or that of someone or something near to them. However death does not have a timetable. Adopting a young pup or young adult, does not guarantee the adopter 10 + years with their furry companion. More importantly, when you talk to someone about the memories they have of an animal they were fortunate enough to spend many years with, it's not the length of time they remember so fondly, it's the individual moments they shared together. There may be more of those moments depending on the longevity of the animal, but not necessarily so. Sometimes, knowing that time isn't endless makes you appreciate what moments you have a little more dearly.

The mission of GSRA's "A Moment in Time" program is to improve the quality of life of as many senior German Shepherd Dogs and Shepherd mixes as possible. We've identified 3 specific goals:

• Increase the number of senior GSDs we can rescue from area shelters. This includes providing dedicated senior GSD foster homes who have advanced training and experience with senior dogs
• Increase awareness of the medical, nutritional and behavioral needs of senior GSD's.
• Direct promotion of senior dogs for adoption - through education on the joys of senior dog ownership

If you are interested in any of them, please fill out our ADOPTION APPLICATION and we will get in touch with you.

Helpful Links for Seniors

» The Grey Muzzle Organization
» Health and Wellbeing
» Senior Pet Products
» Old Dog Paws
» Dog Quality