We know how enriching lives and environments help captive animals of all ages in zoos, so why wouldn’t the same be true for dogs of all ages? Dogs are used as a model for human aging, and it turns out that lifetime learning and movement may possibly delay (even prevent?) the onset of canine...

For Hope

In Memory of Luke Skywalker Hiers 2010 – January 15, 2025 Luke was a kind and gentle soul, the kind of dog who made every day brighter. With a heart full of love and a spirit that radiated joy, he brought comfort and companionship to those lucky...

Koda, Koda, Koda! While Koda is (very) short in stature, he sets a high bar for personality, spunk, and being the waddliest waddler that ever waddled. Koda inspires joy. He has a bright expression and a quirky spirit. He has been described as curious...

Alissa has been passionate about animal welfare from a very young age. She has been adopting senior dogs for the past 10 years, and has volunteered and fostered prior to that. She is honored for the opportunity to serve on the Grey Muzzle board and...

At 10 years old, blind Bessie, arrived at Marion County Animal Services as a stray in urgent need of care. Suffering from painful glaucoma and requiring extensive dental work, her future seemed uncertain. With the help of Grey Muzzle, Poodle and...

In loving memory of the brave Boomer

When Chester needed a safe haven, Lionel's Legacy and Grey Muzzle were there to help. Through Lionel's Legacy's Always HOME program, Chester—a blind senior dog with a puppy’s spirit—found refuge and hope after his owner passed away. Grey Muzzle’s...

Bella, a 9-year-old Husky, is more than a pet—she’s everything to her mom. When Bella developed a severe ear infection, her mom, who is currently unhoused, was referred to Project Street Vet by B Street Veterinary Hospital in San Diego. Desperate to...

After losing his guardian, 10-year-old Oswald faced a tough road ahead. This sweet Shih Tzu arrived at Young at Heart Senior Pet Adoptions with a host of untreated health concerns—pneumonia, dental issues, partial deafness, blindness, and more. His...

Senior dogs need love and care everywhere—and thanks to your support, Grey Muzzle helps internationally, too! Bhunte, a senior dog rescued by Voice of Animal Nepal, faced life-threatening injuries after a tiger attack. Thanks to a grant from Grey...

At 12 years old, Bruce found himself in unfamiliar surroundings, struggling with itchy skin, dirty ears, and a life that had been anything but nurturing. Thankfully, Second Chance Animal Sanctuaries stepped in and, with the help of a Grey Muzzle...

Surrendered in poor condition—severely matted, suffering from a UTI, and with a ruptured eye—Lola needed urgent care to reclaim her life. Gratefully, our friends at the Humane Society of the New Braunfels Area, Inc. provided her with life-changing...

Yoda’s journey hasn’t been easy—rescued from a puppy mill and later surrendered due to potty-training challenges, her future looked uncertain. But thanks to a Grey Muzzle grant, Oshkosh Area Humane Society was able to provide Yoda with the medical...

At 11 years old, Charlie's smile is brighter than ever! At 11 years old, this lovable Lab was in rough shape with painful dental issues. But with the help of Safe Harbor Lab Rescue and a Grey Muzzle grant, Charlie received life-changing care...