Resources
Senior Dog Rescues
Senior Dog Project
(http://www.srdogs.com/)
The Senior Dogs Project site presents a broad listing of various agencies that help to rehome senior dogs (over the age of five). You can find a dog to adopt or seek help in placing a dog through these agencies.
Muttville
(http://www.muttville.org/)
Muttville is a non-profit, 501(c)3 organization, based in San Francisco, CA dedicated to improving the lives of senior dogs. On a local level, Muttville rescues senior dogs and finds them new homes or gives them hospice. On a global level, Muttville provides information about caring for older dogs and support for people who do.
Old Dog Haven
(http://www.olddoghaven.org/)
OldDog Haven is a small nonprofit group, based in the state of Washington, using a large network of people to provide a loving safe home for abandoned senior dogs. Our goal is to provide a loving, safe home for senior dogs abandoned at this stage of their lives. When we have room, and the means, we take these dogs into our homes; if possible we adopt out those with a reasonable life-expectancy. We care for the rest as long as they have good quality of life. In addition, we try to assist owners in finding new homes for their senior dogs through our website and referrals.
LIfe Enhancing Products for Senior Animal And Senior People
KittyKaddy
(http://www.kittykaddy.com/)
KittyKaddy™ pet bowls are designed to meet the demands of pet owners with special needs. If you have difficulty bending or stooping down to pick up your dog's or cat's bowl, the KittyKaddy and K-9 Kaddy double diners can enhance your ability to care for your pet.
Ruffwear Harness
(http://www.ruffwear.com/)
Originally designed for search-and-rescue organizations, the Web Master lets you assist your dog up and down in a variety of situations, and can also be used during rehabilitation. A generous ergonomic cut allows for a full range of motion, while still providing security.
Pet Trust Information
ASPCA – Pet Trusts
(http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/pet-care-tips/pet-trusts.html)
Frequently asked questions about pet trusts.
Doris Day Animal League
(http://www.ddal.org/pettrust/)
Frequently asked questions about pet trusts.
Professor Beyer - Estate Planning for Pets
(http://www.professorbeyer.com/Articles/Animals.htm)
Frequently asked questions about pet trusts.
Pet Guardian (In Association with Best Friends Animal Society) (http://www.petguardian.com)
Create an affordable ($500) legally binding pet trust plan to ensure the lifelong care of your pet.
2nd Chance for Pets
(http://www.2ndchance4pets.org/)
A nationwide organization which provides pet guardians, veterinarians, and members of animal care organizations with comprehensive information and lifetime care solutions to ensure care for companion animals. They provide access to valuable information that will assist you with arranging lifetime care for pets.
Easy Pet Planning
(http://www.easypetplanning.com/)
Free articles, resources, mini e-course, comprehensive e-book to start the pet planning process.
Pet Protection Agreement
(http://www.legalzoom.com/pet-trust-agreement/pet-protection-overview.html)
For $69 a Pet Protection Agreement makes it easy to ensure your current and future pets are cared for by someone you trust. It requires less maintenance than a formal pet trust and it could save your pet's life in a time of confusion.
Helpful Books
When Your Pet Outlives You: Protecting Animal Companions After You Die By Donald Congalton & Charlotte Alexander,
(http://www.newsagepress.com/whenyourpetoutlivesyou.html)
When Your Pet Outlives You is an easy-to-use resource guide designed to help pet owners deal with one of their major, overriding fears: If they die tomorrow, what will happen to their beloved companion animals? This is the first book to address this issue at length, combining personal stories with step-by-step information on how to prepare today, along with examples of legal documents, resources, and an index.
All My Children Wear Fur Coats: How to Leave a Legacy for Your dog By Peggy R. Hoyt
(http://www.legacyforyourpet.com/)
"All My Children Wear Fur Coats" is about leaving a legacy for your pet and is a pet estate planning book. The Hall Mark of True Love is planning for your pet's future without you and for your future without your pet.
Perpetual Care: Who Will Look After Your dogs If You’re Not Around?
By Lisa Rogak,
(http://www.amazon.com/PerPETual-Care-after-Youre-Around/dp/0965250288)