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10. I adopted a 16 year old Chihuahua who was surrendered because his parents had to

Thu Jul 13, 2023, 02:34 PM

Jul 2023

go to nursing care. I had him about 1 year. He was a really nice dog and very well mannered. I'm so glad I took him

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20-year-old dog 'heartbroken' after owners surrender him [View all] douglas9 Jul 2023 OP

Who would do such a thing?! Rhiannon12866 Jul 2023 #1

likely someone w no choice. mopinko Jul 2023 #3

Someone having to go into assisted living? marybourg Jul 2023 #5

I have a dog lying at my feet who was surrendered by his owner. Midnight Writer Jul 2023 #12

That's sweet, glad you were there to help! Bluepinky Jul 2023 #13

Wow. 20 is really old for a breed that size. mn9driver Jul 2023 #2

True, based on my experience JudyM Jul 2023 #8

I am glad that this dog found a home LetMyPeopleVote Jul 2023 #9

Kickin' Faux pas Jul 2023 #14

I know of an older lady who only adopts older dogs. milestogo Jul 2023 #15