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LGCR is a 501(c)(3) charity saving, serving, and valuing adoption-disadvantaged TX senior dogs. https://linktr.ee/LivingGraceCanineRanch
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10/31/2026

👻 MAGUS HERE. 176 POUNDS OF BOO.

They said we were dressing up for Halloween.

I said fine, but no hat.

Apparently, I'm a ghost now.

Not sure who I'm supposed to scare. Everybody knows it's me. The nose is a dead giveaway.

HAPPY HOWL-O-WEEN FROM THE RANCH! 🎃🐾

10/30/2026

⏰ SENIOR DOGS. CHANGING CLOCKS. | DAY 3 OF 4

The clocks fall back. Will your senior's confidence?

This Sunday, November 1, clocks fall back one hour. That familiar 6 PM walk may suddenly happen after sunset.

HERE'S WHAT RESEARCH TELLS US:

🔬 A 2023 study involving 235 dogs found that age-related vision difficulties can emerge in near-darkness before becoming noticeable in brighter conditions.

The American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists identifies declining night vision as a possible early sign of retinal disease.

And Texas A&M veterinary ophthalmologists explain that nuclear sclerosis, a common age-related change in the lens, can affect depth perception without causing the significant vision loss associated with cataracts.

🐾 WHAT PARENTS SHOULD KNOW:

CONFIDENCE: A senior who hesitates at stairs, doorways, or darkened areas may need better lighting or assistance—not encouragement to hurry.

HERE'S WHAT MATTERS: Reduced lighting can make familiar surroundings harder to navigate. What looks like hesitation or uncertainty may actually be a vision-related challenge.

OUR ADVICE: Walk before sunset when possible, illuminate pathways, and keep obstacles clear. Schedule a veterinary eye exam if your senior struggles to navigate in dim light.

👉Tomorrow: Your clock changed. Their bladder didn't.

10/29/2026

⏰ SENIOR DOGS. CHANGING CLOCKS. | DAY 2 OF 4

When familiar routines matter most.

This Sunday, November 1, clocks fall back one hour. For most dogs, the adjustment is minor. But for those living with Canine Cognitive Dysfunction (CCD), familiar routines can provide important stability.

HERE'S WHAT MATTERS: Research has not established that the time change worsens CCD. However, consistent feeding, activity, and bedtime routines can help dogs experiencing cognitive decline.

For Bailey Boy, four years of living with CCD brought increasingly significant changes to his everyday life. As the disease progresses, parents may notice their companion becoming lost in familiar spaces, struggling to settle at night, or beginning to urinate indoors despite years of house-training. These changes aren't necessarily misbehavior or simply old age.

🐾 FOR PARENTS: Keep routines predictable, offer patient reassurance, and consult your veterinarian about new behavioral changes, including indoor accidents.

Bailey Boy taught us that consistency is more than a schedule. It's helping a senior dog feel safe when his world becomes less familiar.

Tomorrow: Earlier darkness, senior vision, and mobility.

10/28/2026

⏰ SENIOR DOGS. CHANGING CLOCKS. | DAY 1 OF 4

The clocks change. Should medication times?

This Sunday, November 1, we turn our clocks back one hour. For most senior dogs, that's no big deal. But for those taking certain medications, the timing deserves attention.

💊 Three medication categories to watch:

INSULIN: Consistent timing between meals and insulin injections helps maintain blood glucose control.

SEIZURE MEDICATIONS: Drugs such as phenobarbital and levetiracetam (Keppra) require consistent dosing intervals to help prevent breakthrough seizures.

HEART MEDICATIONS: Dogs receiving medications such as pimobendan (Vetmedin), diuretics, or antiarrhythmics may need particular attention to their dosing schedules.

HERE'S WHAT MANY CAREGIVERS OVERLOOK: When clocks fall back, an 8 PM Saturday dose followed by an 8 AM Sunday dose is actually 13 hours apart—not 12.

🐾 OUR ADVICE: Before adjusting medication times, check with your veterinarian.

And Solace? She's handling the upcoming time change with her usual approach. Apparently, there's no such thing as too much beauty sleep.

Tomorrow/DAY 2 OF 4: When the clocks change, what happens to senior dogs living with cognitive dysfunction?

10/27/2026

🎧 JACK HAS A SOUND SOLUTION!

For some dogs, grooming dryers can be overwhelming. Dogs hear higher frequencies than humans, and the combination of loud noise and powerful airflow can make grooming stressful.

At The Ranch, we've discovered that noise-reducing earmuffs make a noticeable difference in many residents' comfort during grooming.

🐾 A TIP FOR PET PARENTS: Next time you ask your groomer, “How did he do?” ask a little more.

Did your dog pant, tremble, pull away, or repeatedly try to escape? These may signal sensory discomfort—not bad behavior.

Recognizing discomfort is the first step toward making grooming a better experience.

As for Jack? Volume down. Comfort up. ❤️

10/26/2026

🐾 KOTA HAS AN ANNOUNCEMENT. AND YES, IT INVOLVES YOU!

Kota knows a thing or two about the joy of belonging. And he's personally inviting you to discover what makes Living Grace Canine Ranch such a special place to call home. ❤️

BARKSGIVING DAY AT THE RANCH
🐾 Saturday, November 14, 2026
🐾 11 AM – 2 PM
📍 Bertram, Texas

Once a year, we open our gates and invite you to meet our senior residents, explore The Ranch, and experience the love, laughter, and occasional canine mischief that make this place extraordinary.

🎟️ CLAIM YOUR TOUR TICKETS TODAY!
https://www.livinggracecanineranch.org/barksgiving

🐾 Come for the dogs. Leave with a little fur souvenir! ❤️

10/25/2026

SOME HOMECOMINGS COME WITH A LITTLE EXTRA TAIL WAGGING. 🐾

Brothers Asher and Chico are back at The Ranch for a little vacation of their own while their Forever Foster mom is away this week.

The boys know this place. They know the people. And judging by these photos, they've wasted no time settling back into familiar routines and collecting a little extra attention.

That's one of the beautiful things about Forever Foster. Their mom gives them the joy of everyday family life, while Living Grace remains part of their lives, providing medical care, support, and a familiar place to return when needed.

Two brothers. One loving mom. And a whole Ranch of people who are pretty happy to see them again. ❤️

10/24/2026

PERSONAL SPACE IS OVERRATED. 🐾

At least that's Pippin Chi's philosophy. Solace, at 12, has apparently decided it's easier not to argue.

These two girls came from the same hoarding environment last year and have been inseparable ever since.

Some friendships simply don't require personal space.

Solace calls it friendship. Pippin calls it reserved seating. 😂❤️

10/23/2026

🎂 FRANKLIN HERE. 22 YEARS OLD. STILL GOT IT. 😎🐾

I made a birthday wish. Apparently, somebody was listening!

There was cake, my friends showed up, and I even pulled out a few play bows. Surprised a few people, too.

What? You thought I was going to sleep through my own birthday party?

I can sleep the other 22 hours of the day. 😂

Speaking of which...

BEST. PARTY. EVER. 💤❤️

And to everyone who sent birthday wishes and blessings, thank you! It's good to know I've still got quite a fan club.

Love,
Franklin 🐾

10/22/2026

KENNY • 16 | WHEN PAIN HIDES PERSONALITY 🐾

When Kenny arrived at LGCR, he showed little interest in moving, exploring, or engaging with his surroundings.

At 16, some might call that old age. Kenny's veterinary evaluation told us something more: severe spondylosis, a degenerative condition of the spine.

WHAT SENIOR DOG PARENTS SHOULD KNOW

Research estimates that 25–70% of dogs show evidence of spondylosis by age nine.

Spondylosis involves bony growths along the vertebrae. Surprisingly, the severity visible on an X-ray doesn't necessarily reflect how much pain a dog experiences. Some dogs remain comfortable despite extensive spinal changes.

WATCH FOR THESE CHANGES:

Reluctance to walk, climb stairs, or jump

Difficulty rising or getting comfortable

Less interest in favorite activities

Changes in posture or movement

Hind-leg weakness, dragging toes, or knuckling

These symptoms deserve veterinary attention, not a diagnosis of "just getting old." Progressive weakness, knuckling, or loss of bladder control warrants prompt evaluation.

NOW, ABOUT THAT HANDSOME GENTLEMAN...

Daily veterinary-directed pain management has made a noticeable difference. Kenny's moving more willingly, engaging with his caregivers, and showing a personality that shouts, "Never act your age."

The haircut? Well, Kenny apparently decided that if he was going to feel better, he might as well look ridiculously handsome, too. ❤️

WANT TO MEET KENNY?

Join us for BarksGiving Day at The Ranch, Saturday, November 14!

Who knows? He may take one look at YOU and decide he's found his Forever Foster.

Just remember, you're not choosing Kenny. Kenny's choosing you. 🐾

Claim your tour tickets:
https://www.livinggracecanineranch.org/barksgiving

The canine spinal X-ray is illustrative, not Kenny's actual radiograph.

Address

160 Elaina Lane
Bertram, TX
78605

Website

https://www.livinggracecanineranch.org/

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