Adopting older "kids"
Along the way, we had 4, count them, 4 rescued King Charles Spaniels at one time. Our very first and turned out to be our last(surviving her three younger sisters) made the Journey to the Rainbow Brid...
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All 4 of our dogs have been rescues and older. The oldest was 14 when we adopted her, she was with us for 1 1/2 yrs. Another of ours was a puppy mill survivor and 9 yrs old when we adopted. She lived for only another 1 1/2 yrs. The next was a kennel breeder and 7 yrs old - he was with us 5 1/2 yrs, and our current was 8 yrs old and has been with us for 5 yrs and a few months now. Thankfully she is very healthy except for failing eyesight. We wouldn't trade a minute of the time we spent with them and will do it all over again when the time comes.
Only words of wisdom would be - be patient with them while they adjust to their new home. We had one that pooped in each room of the house. We told him gently that was naughty - you have to go outside - would put him out. He went thru each room of the house - did his duty - was told no, outside again, and then never had another accident other than when sick in the house . They need to learn what is expected of them and it doesn't usually take long. They will worm their way right into your heart. Go for it!
Only words of wisdom would be - be patient with them while they adjust to their new home. We had one that pooped in each room of the house. We told him gently that was naughty - you have to go outside - would put him out. He went thru each room of the house - did his duty - was told no, outside again, and then never had another accident other than when sick in the house . They need to learn what is expected of them and it doesn't usually take long. They will worm their way right into your heart. Go for it!
