► Silver dogs are over seven years of age.
► They come to us as both stray and surrendered animals.
► The surrendered animals sometimes even come with a written, detailed history.
![Group of five senior dogs](https://www.osceolacountypets.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/sr-dog-group-300x300.jpg)
Below are seven reasons that our silver dogs may be your best adoption choice.
Time:
New owners can spend less time training and more time enjoying because older dogs are almost always housebroken.
On a schedule:
Older dogs are accustomed to normal everyday schedules. Instead of having to go outside at all hours or, even worse, making a mistake in the house, older dogs will generally accomplish all off their business before bed time.
Trustworthy:
Older dogs can sometimes be trusted for longer periods alone.
They are grown ups:
Senior dogs are fully grown and mature; so you know exactly what type of dog you’re getting in terms of size and temperament.
![Older dog - lab looking up at camera](https://www.osceolacountypets.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/old-dog-1582205_960_720-150x150.jpg)
A loyal family friend:
Pets are a very positive interaction for teens, providing love and emotional support as well as teaching responsibility.
Older and wiser:
Mature, obedient dogs are generally more patient, more knowledgeable, less rambunctious, and more disciplined. They tend to be classified as mellow.
Less foolishness:
Older dogs have already gone through the teething phase, sparing your dining room furniture, your best pair of shoes and possibly your couch.
![Happy senior chihuahua](https://www.osceolacountypets.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/happy-senior.jpg)