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.
Life With Old Dogs Podcast
Top Care Products for Dogs Facing Degenerative Myelopathy and Other Mobility Issues
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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 other mobility challenges are vital resources that can greatly improve their well-being.
These items are crafted not only to offer support but also to foster independence, enabling dogs to move around more comfortably. By utilizing appropriate harnesses, canine wheel chairs, and supportive beds, pet owners can alleviate discomfort and lessen the anxiety linked with mobility difficulties.
(Disclosure: Woody's Place Senior German Shepherd Sanctuary may receive a small commission from our Amazon-preferred product storefront, which supports that sanctuary.)
Our complete Amazon preferred product list:
Woody's Place ~ Senior German Shepherd Sanctuary, Inc.'s Amazon Page
Palliative Care Devices for Older Dogs:
https://www.amazon.com/shop/woodysplaceseniorgermanshepherdsanctuary/list/2CP3KWXU8T82D?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_aipsfwoodysplaceseniorgermanshepherdsanctuary_3ZGZ6D9GAQX8N69BJ48F
Mobility Assistance Devices:
https://www.amazon.com/shop/woodysplaceseniorgermanshepherdsanctuary/list/1K971JYALW9MN?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_aipsfwoodysplaceseniorgermanshepherdsanctuary_MF2BMXGVX7R38023F001
Incontinence Care Products for Older Dogs:
https://www.amazon.com/shop/woodysplaceseniorgermanshepherdsanctuary/list/1EXCF972FL8KL?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_aipsfwoodysplaceseniorgermanshepherdsanctuary_TYW643RG4W7KMDQJWQ6E
Orthopedic Dog Beds:
https://www.amazon.com/shop/woodysplaceseniorgermanshepherdsanctuary/list/10AL0LKAMKLK7?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_aipsfwoodysplaceseniorgermanshepherdsanctuary_MB353MAHESJQT3TNMRWK
Grooming Products:
https://www.amazon.com/shop/woodysplaceseniorgermanshepherdsanctuary/list/37OJOSQ5ICBT4?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_aipsfwoodysplaceseniorgermanshepherdsanctuary_4KBQEBXDM76T8F52F8QS
Blue Dog Help Em Up Harness:
https://helpemup.com/
You can watch the #Lifewitholddogs podcast here > https://youtu.be/dL4_yvupwMQ
You can find Woody's Place Senior German Shepherd Sanctuary online at:
www.wpsgss.org
https://www.facebook.com/woodysplacesgss
https://www.instagram.com/wpsgss/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7Tb1hKnOWEamQstkqAxEyg
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