I have 3 dogs and 2 hamsters, all from animal shelters. These stories about abused and abandoned animals make me so sad. I have a senior dog myself, so I understand the sadness that you feel when they are not feeling their best. She is a 12 year old German Shepherd mix from the pound. Her hips are very weak and she has lost a lot of muscle mass. Our vet suggested joint supplements and they have seemed to help her. Our last dog lived to be 16 years old, and we had to put her down because she had a stroke. I recently drove an hour and a half out of state to adopt a hamster. It was absolutely worth it. He is the sweetest thing, despite his unstable past. It is amazing how animals can really impact your life and touch your heart.
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