Fresh start for senior pet Gruffalo

As November marks Adopt a Senior Pet Month, we have been shining a light on the older pets that sometimes get overlooked.

If you follow our NAWT Hertfordshire centre, you may remember Gruffalo who came into our care after being found as a stray. He was in a bit of a bad way with poorly teeth, and a few other health issues. Bearing that in mind, plus the fact our vet predicted he was nearing 10-years-old, his future was uncertain.

Then came along Meghan, a veterinary nurse who saw Gruffalo and instantly knew he would be coming home with her. We caught up with Meghan to find out how he’s getting on, and to find out what made her decide to rehome a senior pet.

“Gruffalo’s background was unknown, as he was found as a stray in October 2022 before being brought into NAWT. He was estimated to be between 10-12 years old. He was castrated, had a hernia repaired, and had teeth removed prior to me rehoming him.

I had no expectations of how long I'd have him, I just wanted a senior dog to give the best golden years to, whether it was 6 months or a year. He is on daily medications, but I anticipated this when rescuing an older dog and I wouldn't change him for the world!

It was 2 years since I adopted him on the 5th of November, and I hope for more years to come. He has been the best companion and friend.”

Meghan has sent in a photo of him with her at work as he comes with her every day. How lovely!

Thank you so much to Meghan for taking the time to share an update with us, we are so pleased to see Gruffalo looking so happy in his new life.

If you are looking to rehome a pet, you can view all our animals up for rehoming here.