Senior Dogs Fetch Grant

Old dogs have something to wag about this summer, as The Grey Muzzle Organization announces the recipients of its annual grants, and dogs at Almost Home Dog Rescue of Ohio are among the winners.

Almost Home Dog Rescue of Ohio in Dublin, Ohio is one of 77 animal welfare groups chosen from 266 applicants to receive a grant to help local senior dogs. The winning groups received more than $616,000 in grants to help save or improve the lives of at-risk old dogs in their communities.

“This grant provides our senior dogs with the dental care they need so they will be ready to go to their forever homes.  It will be used for dental surgeries for senior dogs with redness and swelling of the gums (gingivitis) to advanced full-scale periodontal disease affecting the heart, liver and kidneys.  Without surgery, these dogs could be in extreme pain and their health compromised.  No one is more grateful or loving than an old dog, and we’re looking forward to helping more senior dogs get the second chance they all deserve especially through our Senior-to-Senior program bringing together senior dogs with senior citizens.” said Cheryl Rakich of Almost Home Dog Rescue of Ohio.

Over the past 13 years, the national nonprofit Grey Muzzle Organization has provided more than $3.1 million in grants to support its vision of “a world where no old dog dies alone and afraid.”

“Thanks to the generosity of our donors, we’re delighted to help deserving organizations like Almost Home Dog Rescue of Ohio make a difference in the lives of dogs and people in their communities,” Grey Muzzle’s Executive Director Lisa Lunghofer said, “Many senior dogs in the Columbus, Ohio area are enjoying their golden years in loving homes thanks to the wonderful work of Almost Home Dog Rescue of Ohio.”

The national nonprofit The Grey Muzzle Organization improves the lives of at-risk senior dogs by providing funding and resources to animal shelters, rescue organizations, sanctuaries, and other nonprofit groups nationwide. For details, please visit www.greymuzzle.org.

Thanks to the Grey Muzzle Organization for helping our senior dogs smile again!

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