Life With Old Dogs Podcast
Hi, I’m Dawn. I’m the creator of Life With Old Dogs and the founder of Woody’s Place Senior German Shepherd Sanctuary. For years, my life has revolved around caring for aging dogs — especially senior German Shepherds who needed safety, stability, compassion, and a place to simply grow old in peace. What started as a deep love for older dogs eventually became something much bigger. Life With Old Dogs was created as a space to share the real-life experiences, lessons, heartbreaks, humor, and meaningful moments that come with loving and caring for senior dogs. Because life with old dogs isn’t always polished or perfect. It’s muddy paws, medications, mobility issues, reusable diapers, special diets, grief, laughter, exhaustion, loyalty, and unconditional love — often all at the same time. I’m also a Certified Professional Canine Nutritionist, and nutrition plays a major role in my care philosophy for senior dogs. I believe food can be a powerful tool in supporting comfort, mobility, digestion, energy, and overall quality of life as dogs age. A large part of my daily life involves preparing home-cooked meals, toppers, and supportive nutrition for the dogs in my care, using simple, practical approaches people can realistically incorporate into their everyday lives. Through blogs, podcasts, videos, courses, and storytelling, I share what I’ve learned from living alongside aging dogs and navigating the emotional and physical realities of senior dog care. My goal is simple: to help people give their older dogs the happiest, healthiest, safest, and most comfortable life possible. I believe senior dogs still deserve adventure. They still deserve joy. They still deserve dignity. And they still deserve to be deeply loved. When I’m not creating content for Life With Old Dogs, I’m caring for the residents of Woody’s Place, working behind the scenes on sanctuary life, and continuing to build a peaceful life surrounded by animals and nature here in Pennsylvania. Thank you for being here and for loving old dogs, too. — Dawn You can listen to the #Lifewitholddogs podcast at https://www.wpsgss.org/lifewitholddogspodcast and on all podcast platforms. #LifeWithOldDogs media supports Woody's Place Senior German Shepherd Sanctuary.
Episodes
When an older dog begins losing their hearing, we have to learn a new way to communicate with them.
In this episode of Life With Old Dogs, I’m talking about the signs of hearing loss and the practical changes we can make to help our dogs feel safe, confident, and connected. I’ll share what we’ve learned from caring for hearing-impaired dogs at Woody’s Place, including my recent observations about Maggie.
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Caring for an incontinent senior dog can feel exhausting, frustrating, and overwhelming, but the right routine and supplies can make life much easier for both you and your dog.
In this episode of Life With Old Dogs, I discuss some of the possible reasons older dogs become incontinent and share practical tips for managing accidents, protecting your home, and keeping your dog clean, dry, comfortable, and confident.
For the most helpful...
Recently, I asked our followers to share their biggest concerns about caring for their senior dogs. Over the next few episodes, I’ll be addressing those concerns one topic at a time.
This week, we’re talking about what to do when an older dog begins struggling to get up. I share practical ways to assist your dog safely, make movement around the home easier, and help them maintain as much comfort and independence as possi...
It's been a while, so this episode is all about catching up and sharing what's been happening here at the farm.
The house is finally about 98 percent complete, and for the first time in a long time, I feel like I am getting back on track. I share updates on Sashi, Maggie, Honey, our nine sanctuary cats, and life with my personal German Shepherd.
The Shepherd Shoppe will also reopen soon, and I am genuinely looking forward...
What happens when unexpected company arrives, plans change, and your normal dog-care routine gets turned upside down?
This past weekend, I had unexpected family company for three days. But with sanctuary and farm responsibilities taking approximately six hours every day—not to mention finishing my house and preparing for the upcoming Woody’s Place renovation—the daily responsibilities did not simply disappear.
In th...
Have you ever been told you're keeping your old dog alive too long?
If you share life with a senior dog, chances are you've encountered unsolicited opinions from friends, family members, strangers, or even people on social media. They see a gray muzzle, a slower gait, arthritis, or a mobility device, and immediately assume your dog is suffering.
But is old age really the same as a poor quality of life?
In this episode of Life With Old...
Living in a small space with senior dogs changes everything—your routine, your environment, and the way you care for them day in and day out.
In this episode of Life With Old Dogs, I’m sharing some of the most meaningful lessons I’ve learned through this experience. Not from a textbook—but from real life, lived closely alongside dogs who depend on me.
This isn’t about doing everything perfectly.
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In this Life With Old Dogs episode, we’re talking openly and honestly about something so many senior dog families deal with, but few people really discuss: urinary and fecal incontinence in older dogs.
I’m covering why incontinence happens, what can cause it, how it can affect your dog’s comfort and dignity, and what daily life really looks like when you’re caring for an incontinent senior dog. This is not ju...
Last year, Life With Old Dogs went quiet.
Not because the mission changed, but because my life did.
In this deeply personal return episode, I share what it was like to navigate divorce, move into a fifth-wheel RV on my newly purchased Pennsylvania farm, rebuild my life from the ground up, and continue caring for senior dogs and homeless cats who still needed me.
Incontinence. Medications. Arthritic bodies. And not one of them was surr...
I finally took the time to record the 2024 recap solo episode for the Life With Old Dogs podcast.
In this special episode, I dive into all the heartfelt moments and significant events that unfolded at Woody's Place Senior German Shepherd Sanctuary over the past year.
Listeners will hear about the beloved residents we had to say goodbye to, sharing their stories and the impact they left on our hearts. Losing a furry friend is al...
Rita Hogan is a dedicated clinical canine herbalist specializing in the health and well-being of dogs and their human companions. Her holistic practice integrates a variety of natural remedies, including flower essences, herbs, mushrooms, essential oils, and phytoembryonic therapy. By combining these elements with tailored dietary plans and energetic assessments, Rita creates comprehensive wellness strategies for dogs.
In ad...
This week, I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Courtney White DPT, CCRT of Oklahoma K9 PT
Dr. Courtney White, DPT, CCRT, is the dedicated force behind Oklahoma K9 PT Canine Therapy and Wellness. Her passion lies in enhancing the lives of senior dogs by alleviating pain and improving mobility.
Specializing in geriatric canine care, Dr. Courtney creates individualized treatment plans tailored to meet each dog's unique n...
I am pleased to present a carefully selected collection of high-quality care products that I have found beneficial for dogs suffering from Degenerative Myelopathy and various mobility issues at Woody's Place Senior German Shepherd Sanctuary.
This compilation will help you identify which items are effective for your beloved pet and which may not be ideal! Quality care products for dogs facing Degenerative Myelopathy (DM) and...
This week, I had the pleasure of speaking with Blake Dube', the Founder and CEO of Aeronics, Inc., and the inventor of Pawprint Oxygen, the world's first rescue oxygen supply for pets.
Pawprint Pet Oxygen provides veterinarians and pet owners with the ability to deliver critical oxygen to pets in various circumstances. Whether you're addressing respiratory issues at home, transporting your pet to an emergency clinic, or offe...
For dog parenting coach Angie Winters, who has worked with and rehabilitated over 1,000 dogs, the answer is clear:
Training does not work for family dogs.
In her new book Don’t Train Your Dog: A Pet Parenting Guide to Teaching Good Behavior, Calming Fear, and Raising Happy Dogs, Winters—whose record for fixing dogs who were deemed unfixable by experts is unparalleled—explains that training simply c...
As the curtains closed on Season 8 of the #LifeWithOldDogs podcast, listeners eagerly awaited the next chapter. However, the anticipated Season 9 took an unexpected turn as only a handful of episodes made it to production.
Amidst the chaos and unpredictability that life often throws our way, I faced challenges that disrupted my plans and tested my resilience.
Despite the setbacks, I made it through this turbulen...
In the cozy corners of our homes, where wagging tails and loyal companionship abound, secondhand smoke lingers as an unseen threat to our faithful canine friends. As some puff away on cigarettes and exhale plumes of toxic fumes, the innocent noses of our older dogs are unknowingly subjected to a barrage of harmful chemicals. The alarming reality is that while we may be aware of the dangers posed by secondhand smoke to human health,...
On this week's episode of #LifeWithOldDogs podcast, Andrea Romeo, the founder of I'll Hold You Till Forever, an animal rescue located in the Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania, shares her unwavering dedication to providing a safe haven for homeless dogs in need. In a landscape where many rescues struggle to survive, Andrea's passion and commitment bring new life into the mission of saving our furry companions. With a 501 c3 nonprofit...
In this podcast episode, we speak with Harmony Diers, the communications team manager of The Dog Aging Project.
The Dog Aging Project is a study of healthy aging in companion dogs led by scientists and veterinarians at the University of Washington and Texas A&M University. This team is joined by partners at multiple Universities and private veterinary practices.
The Project is funded by the National Institute on A...
In this #lifewitholddogs podcast, we chat with Winpro Pet President Tim Mitchum.
Tim helps us discover how WINPRO PET is revolutionizing canine health with its innovative line of plasma-powered products designed specifically for dogs.
Learn why dogs are the ideal candidates for these protein-rich supplements due to their active lifestyles and exposure to various stressors. And uncover the connection between stress, ...
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