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I'm Chandra and the adorable Chocolate Lab pictured above is Daley, who was the sunshine of my life from 1996-2009.
Caring for Daley in his elderly years inspired me to start Daley's Dog Years. Here you'll find more than 700 posts related to health, wellness, and senior dog lifestyle.
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DDY { Hi Lisa, Thanks for stopping by! I hope you and your husband and Maggie have a wonderful time in Klamath and I'd love to hear... } – May 14, 8:42 AM
DDY { Hello Ruby's Mom! I can't tell you how thrilled I am to hear such a great update on Ruby. Congratulations on adopting her and I... } – May 12, 11:23 AM
Lisa L. { Thanks for the great review and recommendation. My husband and I along with our miniature daschund, Maggie are headed to Klamath next month for vacation.... } – Apr 22, 7:25 PM
Hawk aka BrownDog { Hi Y'all! What a timely reminder. Thanks. Y'all come by now, Hawk aka BrownDog } – Apr 16, 7:34 AM
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I'm a member of The Grey Muzzle Organization's Board of Directors and handle marketing, media, and public relations for the national nonprofit organization. Since 2008, Grey Muzzle has provided more than $250,000 in grants to senior dog programs and supported 38 nonprofit organizations in 20 states. Contact me at Grey Muzzle HERE.Get In Touch
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Category Archives: Degenerative Myelopathy
Welcome To Daley’s Dog Years!
I’m Chandra and the adorable Chocolate Lab pictured above, and with me at right, is Daley, who was the sunshine of my life from 1996-2009. Caring for Daley in his elderly years inspired me to start Daley’s Dog Years and … Continue reading
Warming Up For Idita-Walk 2013!
Thanks to our pals at the Tales and Tails blog, last year we learned about the Idita-Walk, an annual event inspired by the Iditarod Sled Dog Race that helps people and their dogs stay active and healthy during the winter months. Here are the … Continue reading
Seniors Rule: 18-year-old Bizzy gets rolling her new cart
Editor’s Note: This week, Mason and I have have been walking in Portland after spending a long stretch in Los Angeles. We had a chance to say hello to two neighborhood Corgis, one of whom started using a wheelchair a … Continue reading
Blog Pick: Eddie’s Wheels
The makers of Eddie’s Wheels for Pets, Ed and Leslie Grinnell, have added a blog to their company’s site that focuses on everyday care for disabled dogs and insights into their products. Currently, the Grinnells have three disabled dogs in their … Continue reading
Positive Tips On Dealing With Degenerative Myelopathy
Editor’s Note: DDY is out of the office. Please enjoy this post from our archives. For more information on Degenerative Myelopathy and links to research and resources check out our “About Degenerative Myelopathy” page here. Scout’s House, a physical rehabilitation … Continue reading
From The FOG* Files
Last month, while preparing for a long trip, I posted about how I was trying to decide whether or not to have Mason microchipped before we departed. I had read many articles and I spoke with Mason’s veterinarians in Portland … Continue reading
Positive Tips On Dealing With Degenerative Myelopathy
Editor’s Note: DDY is out the office. Please enjoy this post from our archives. Scout’s House, a physical rehabilitation therapy center for animals in Menlo Park, CA recently sent out its newsletter and the issue is devoted to Degenerative Myelopathy (DM). … Continue reading







