We are a network of private homes helping western Washington's homeless senior dogs. We also assist in senior dog placement.

How to Contact Us

What We Do

Please read our FAQs. We are very limited in our office resources and the answer to your question may already be listed.

How You Can Help

Click on each category to see dogs

Mailing address for donations:

PMB A-4

621 State Route 9 NE

Lake Stevens, Washington 98258-8525

Sponsor a "final refuge" dog

Click HERE to see current Final Refuge Dogs

March News

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* Many thanks to the Parrotheads of Puget Sound who threw a great party in Redmond with proceeds to ODH. We really appreciate the significant donation received and those of us who attended had a terrific time.

* ODH is one of two rescue groups benefiting from the 3rd Annual Dog-Gone Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 27 at Rainier Vista Park in Lacey, sponsored by Pet Connections Magazine. HERE is information.

* You can vote for Old Dog haven in the Animal rescue Site challenge HERE. Type in the name Old Dog Haven and the state (WA) to vote. ODH is currently #163 out of the thousands of USA and Canadian rescue organizations, and #3 in Washington state.

* Get your taxes prepared by Jackson Hewitt and receive a $30 discount with coupon. For each discount coupon presented for ODH, Jackson Hewitt will donate $10 to ODH. Click HERE for more information, locations and the coupon.

*Volunteers needed to walk some ODH old folks (dogs, not humans) one or more days a week in Mountlake Terrace. Contact the office if you would like some exercise and a chance to hug a nice old critter.

(Pictured on this card are Cinnamon and Elizabeth, two old ladies that found a loving home together at the end of their lives at Old Dog Haven, thanks to our supporters.)

* Old Dog Haven VISA card! Thanks to cardpartner.com, a credit card is available that will help us support the 150+ dogs in our care. ODH will receive $50 for for each new card when it is first used, and .3% of every dollar charged to the card thereafter. HERE is a link to the online application form. HERE are some Frequently Asked Questions. Happy Shopping!

* Thanks to Amy, one of our foster moms, Old Dog Haven merchandise is available through CafePress. (Click on logo above to go to our page.) You can buy shirgts, caps, bowls, and more. Other items will be added in the future. When you purchase an item from the ODH shop, we receive much-needed financial support.

* Follow Old Dog Haven on Twitter and Facebook!

* Our friends at Art Helping Animals have chosen ODH as their featured charity. For information click on the banner above.

Some FINE PRINT

We will not disclose donor information outside of our organization except as required by law. We will not sell or distribute our mailing lists to anyone. We will mail or e-mail a thank-you note acknowledging each contribution unless directed NOT to do so. We will mail or e-mail newsletters to donors unless directed NOT to do so. We will send a receipt of annual donations in the following January unless requested at the time of donation.

 "This charity is currently registered with Washington Secretary of State under the charitable solicitation act, registration number 23310".

What We Do

Old Dog Haven is a small nonprofit group using a network of foster parents to provide a loving safe home for abandoned senior dogs. Our goal is to provide a loving, safe home for senior dogs abandoned at this stage of their lives. When we have room, and the means, we take these dogs into our homes; if possible we adopt out those with a reasonable life-expectancy. We care for the rest as long as they have good quality of life. In addition, we try to assist owners in finding new homes for their senior dogs through our website and referrals.

ODH Final Refuge dog Flash does what old dogs do best

Why We Do It

All too many dogs of advanced years themselves terrified and confused at shelters, where their chances of adoption are almost zero. Others are desperate for a new home because of a move, owners working much longer hours, trouble with small children in the home, a death in the family, or bad financial circumstances. Many of these dogs are in poor physical condition as well, making them even less appealing to others. Helping them is sometimes challenging, is often expensive, but is very very rewarding. Our goal is that their last years are happy and that they die safe and at peace, knowing they are loved. Wouldn't we all wish this for our own pets, and for ourselves?

How We Do It

 We are presently caring for 180+ dogs in our homes from Blaine south to Vancouver,the islands and Kitsap Peninsula. Our wonderful foster parents provide hospice care, Final Refuge homes and temporary foster care for adoptable dogs awaiting placement. We thank them all! They are truly the backbone of our efforts. We are usually also assisting 20+ owners in placing their own senior dogs.

  We rely on our foster parents and our generous donors to keep the dogs in our care comfortable and happy in their time with us. Our veterinary expenses in particular are very high as we try to bring our dogs back to the best possible health. O D H is an IRS-approved 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable organization and relies on donations for its income. We do not receive any government funds. We are grateful for the continuing donations, large and small, which allow us to focus entirely on helping dogs

Please see our page on HOW YOU CAN HELP for details.

You may access information and an application to foster a dog HERE.

Victor, standing on our pathway of memories -- a brick for every dog Old Dog Haven has helped.

* We have a copy of our current eNewsletter available here:

Our eNewsletters:

September 2009

May 2009

January 2009

September 2008

May 2008

February 2008

October 2007

July 2007

You can also view an electronic copy of the print newsletters here:

November 2009

July 2009

March 2009

* We always need Final Refuge homes. There are usually dogs on our waiting list that are very near a deadline to get into a safe place. Small to large, some housebroken and issue-free but some needing more effort. Medical expenses will be covered by ODH. By opening your home to one of them you could save an old dog from dying alone. Please call.

Many Thanks To:

 * The veterinary clinics who are so generous with their time and expertise: Frontier Village (Lake Stevens) as our home clinic and veterinary advisors, Pet Neuter Clinic (Stanwood), Companion Animal Hospital (Bellevue), Twin Lakes (Federal Way), Edmonds-Westgate, Animal Eye Care (Bellingham), Lake Union Clinic (Seattle), Shoreline Veterinary Dental Specialists, Animal Eye Clinic (Seattle), and many others.

* Patrick Sanders for his help with web "stuff" and for hosting this site for free!

 * Mark Malnes and his firm Savage Color in Seattle for discounted printing services over so many years

* Don Dahl and Perfect Press in Bellevue for discounted printing services

* Two groups of artists who are donating part of the proceeds from on-line auctions to us: Art Helping Animals (their website can be found HERE) and Art for Critters (check out their website HERE). Talent and generosity!

* Bauer-Evans CPA in Everett for accounting services

* Paddywack pet supplies in Mill Creek for continuing support for our goals, helping provide specialty dog foods and on-going fund-raising and publicity in their store

* The volunteers from Doney Memorial Street People's Pet Clinic in Seattle (at the Union Gospel Mission) for their donations of supplies to us. Their cause is a wonderful one that we wholeheartedly suggest you support. (This clinic was founded in 1982 by Dr. C.W.Doney in order to provide veterinary care for the pets of low-income, disabled, seniors, and street people.)

* Long-time supporter La Cantina in Blaine for donating portions of their proceeds and proceeds from the book Wine Types; their website also donates proceeds to ODH and other rescue groups. Check them out!

* Kristi Crabtree of Motivational Dog Obedience in Marysville for her professional services and advice

* Country Classic Kennels in Arlington for donation drives, gifts, and spreading the word

* Dooley's Dog House (Kirkland) for doing so many benefits and supporting our efforts.

* Scott Watkins of ZIP Realty in Arlington for continuing support to us and other animal organizations (and for being a rolling advertisement for ODH!) (Car graphics by Mr.Deez Marketing)

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Some Thoughts For Those Facing The End-Of-Life Decision For Their Companion Animal

Some Thoughts For Those Who Have Lost Their Companion Animal

Some Thoughts About How To Plan For Your Pet's Future If You Can't Take Care Of Him Yourself

Some information about health issues for older dogs

Stories about how older dogs can make a difference to older humans.

  

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