Some of the best things in life have four legs and a gray muzzle. Just ask anyone with a senior dog.
Growing Old is Not a Death Sentence
Or just ask comedy legends Carol Burnett, Bob Newhart, Carl Reiner, and Lily Tomlin who have joined forces in a Public Service Announcement (PSA) sponsored by The Grey Muzzle Organization to promote senior dog adoption.
In the PSA, the comedians talk about growing older and joke about their own senior trials and tribulations. When Bob Newhart at 90 years old says he doesn’t feel a day over 30 “except when I try to run,” he reminds us of our aging pets, who may have aches and pains in the morning, but can’t resist the lure of the occasional fit of zoomies when the mood strikes.
Sugar face
Growing old for sure, has its ups and downs. “It’s not as awful as everybody might think,” Burnett says.
Tomlin adds, “The best thing is getting in the movies cheaper,” which apparently bothers the younger crowd this hip comedian hangs with these days.
Walking can have its downside, too, according to Reiner, who says that it’s no fun “not being able to walk with the briskness you had, or walk at all.”
Spoiled Senior
But the comic legends all agree that growing old is a stage of life and that life can continue to be great.
“But unfortunately, it’s not always great for senior dogs,” Tomlin says.
Senior Smile
The PSA comes at the perfect time. With many senior dogs ending up at shelters across the country due to owners who pass away or who cannot afford their care, these comedians are helping to get the word out that there is still value in and a quality life out there for elderly dogs.
A Bright Future
Since 2008, The Grey Muzzle Organization has been providing resources and funds (almost $2 million in grants) to 190 animal shelters, rescue organizations, and sanctuaries across the nation for programs such as hospice care, adoption, and senior therapy dogs.
The best part is knowing that Grey Muzzle helps organizations find these dogs homes in their final chapter. Their vision is “a world where no old dog dies alone and afraid,” Newhart says.
Adoption Makes Things Better
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And as Tomlin says, “Go out and adopt a senior dog. They are amazing. And they will be so grateful.”
She’s right, you know. This writer has two senior dogs herself. They shower me with senior dog kisses every day.
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