man devotes his life to adopting old dogs who can't find forever homes

Feb 23, 2018 5:16 PM

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Man devotes his life to adopting old dogs who can't find forever homes

Months kept passing after Steve Greig’s beloved dog died, but he still felt crushed. That’s when he decided he should give another dog a good life.

But not just any dog. He went to his local shelter in Denver, Colorado to adopt the “least adoptable” senior dog, as these are the ones too often overlooked. Now, Greig is a super busy human dad to his 10 elder shelter dogs and his Instagram is overloaded with cuteness approved by 478k followers.

Each day Greig wakes up at 5.a.m in the morning to make breakfast for his big family. Most of the dogs have different diets. His schedule is filled with walks in the park, vet appointments…and lots of love and cuddles. “Whenever I sit or lie down at a dog-friendly level, there are always at least three or four of [dogs] attached,” Greig writes on Instagram. 

“They’re just wiser animals,” Greig told. “You kind of know what you want out of life once you become a certain age. These dogs know who they are and it’s easy to develop a relationship with a person or pet who knows who they are. It’s just fulfilling knowing that these guys are happy and loved and well-taken care of. It makes my days worthwhile.” 

Greig also has a pig named Bikini, as well as two ducks, pigeons, cats and a few chickens. He has no more room for pets at the moment but he intends to adopt more senior dogs in the future. Because after all, love sees no age.

My Dad's secretary of several decades has been rescuing dogs forever and has ruff-ly 30 at any given time. It's a sea of happy fur.

8 years ago | Likes 8 Dislikes 0

a pig. named bikini.

8 years ago | Likes 5 Dislikes 0

pic 3 - Rabbit: day 46 and they still havent noticed me..

8 years ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 0

All that poop.

8 years ago | Likes 5 Dislikes 1

First pic looks like the “Where do you draw the line for friend or food?” Great post!

8 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

Oh my goodness! So precious!! And that wolfhound is gorgeous! LOVE LOVE LOVE

8 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

#3 thats not a dog....

8 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

That WOLFHOUND!

8 years ago | Likes 10 Dislikes 0

Is no one going to bring up the pig

8 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

I stayed for the wolfhound

8 years ago | Likes 14 Dislikes 0

Same.

8 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Aw this is so damn sweet !

8 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

Life goals!! God bless this guy. I want to buy a few acres just to do this.

8 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

I live that Irish Wolfhound!

8 years ago | Likes 13 Dislikes 0

... and also a bunny

8 years ago | Likes 105 Dislikes 0

The bunny thinks he's a dog too. Lol. Super cute!

8 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

I love that they're all small dogs, and then wolfhound

8 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

He does know ones a pig right? Or do I need glasses?

8 years ago | Likes 11 Dislikes 0

I saw the pig also (in the bed pic) maybe were both crazy

8 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

This made my day

8 years ago | Likes 55 Dislikes 1

Englebert!!!

8 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

So is this guys single?? I love animals!

8 years ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 0

Chris Traeger, the later years.

8 years ago | Likes 112 Dislikes 0

Thank you for being a good human!

8 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

https://www.instagram.com/wolfgang2242/ for those wanting to follow him or check him out. He's a legend

8 years ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 0

Have adopted 3 senior dogs, and they have been the best

8 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

www.instagram.com/wolfgang2242

8 years ago | Likes 6 Dislikes 0

And he just adopted another senior dog today! One of his passed away a couple weeks ago.

8 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

Thank you! Who could learn about this guys story and not add him on Instagram?

8 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

Imma call bullshit. I work in rescue, and that Irish wolfhound would have been snapped up the second it was available for adoption.

8 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

Depends on the location I guess. Here where I live I'm sure that doggo would die in the shelter. Everybody want small/young dogs.

8 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

If it’s the US, definitely not. We have a waiting list almost 40 people deep waiting for an IW. We see MAYBE 1 a year. They’re rare dogs.

8 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Good on him for taking in a bunch of rescues, but no way in hell would they not have been adopted.

8 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

OMG all the grumpy old man faces - this is awesome

8 years ago | Likes 198 Dislikes 0

That chihuahua creature is priceless

8 years ago | Likes 18 Dislikes 0

Anyone know the instagram account name?

8 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

instagram.com/wolfgang2242

8 years ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 0

Thank you so much! I love you

8 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

I don't have the space for more cats, but when I can swing it, I pay the adoption fees for at least two of the most senior cats at a local 1

8 years ago | Likes 15 Dislikes 0

Shelter, so they are more appealing to adopters. That way they are just some paperwork away from a good home.

8 years ago | Likes 13 Dislikes 0

What a fantastic idea! Aaannnd, stolen. :)

8 years ago | Likes 9 Dislikes 0

Can confirm, senior rescues are amazing.

8 years ago | Likes 31 Dislikes 0

She’s beautiful! She looks like my boyfriends dog Snowflake ^_^

8 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

She’s crotchety, deaf, an 85 lb lap dog, and so affectionate. Absolutely love her. She’s got tumors and bad hips, but at 10 she’s ok.

8 years ago | Likes 7 Dislikes 0

To those of you planning to adopt a pet, PLEASE consider a senior. Thanks!

8 years ago | Likes 476 Dislikes 4

Please just consider not a BABY animal. Seniors can leave too soon and cost a fortune, but a lot of young animals 2+ need love, too!

8 years ago | Likes 14 Dislikes 1

This. My first dog was a senior and I had him 3 months. Broke my heart. Second dog was in the 2-4 range and he's ridiculous and loved.

8 years ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 0

Goals for retirement. Find a home with an external building (barn preferably) and adopt as many senior dogs as possible. Like 8 yoa+. It

8 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

will hurt with every goodbye due to age, but it's worth it to see to their last days being filled with love and comfort.

8 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

I'd love to if I could afford the vet bills :(

8 years ago | Likes 15 Dislikes 0

Yes, please consider senior dogs!

8 years ago | Likes 13 Dislikes 0

As someone who adopts all dogs, this^ I'm getting two new ones soon - a senior and a younger dog. The senior is a sweetheart and I love him-

8 years ago | Likes 5 Dislikes 0

So much. The younger one is amazing also, but I don't regret my senior.

8 years ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 0

We adopted at 9 years. Best decision ever. We will never have a dog like her.

8 years ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 0

Everybody wants puppies, but 1-3 years old are my fav because they are done growing (so no "size surprises", and usually house trained! :)

8 years ago | Likes 9 Dislikes 0

Age 6 is the best I think

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Adopted a 8-12 year old kitty. She’s not as cuddly or active as a young kitty but she’s got a hell of a personality!

8 years ago | Likes 6 Dislikes 0

For a cat, 8 is just middle aged!

8 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

Older ones at our shelter are the saddest - surrendered due to owner dying, they don't understand why they're there, why they can't go home.

8 years ago | Likes 53 Dislikes 1

My current dogs are a bonded pair that were surrendered due to their human going into hospice:

8 years ago | Likes 10 Dislikes 0

Here there be onions T_T

8 years ago | Likes 7 Dislikes 0

This hurt to read.

8 years ago | Likes 6 Dislikes 0

Oh god this is so fucking sad

8 years ago | Likes 15 Dislikes 0

I couldn't own older animals knowing they were on the last years of there life, the consistant grief of losing a family member would be2much

8 years ago | Likes 13 Dislikes 6

Yeah, leave the job to us heartless bastards....

8 years ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 2

It's definitely not for everyone, I couldn't do It, but I imagine giving an animal a new life before it died would be very rewarding.

8 years ago | Likes 10 Dislikes 0

He'll my dog was 2.5 years when I got her. No one wanted her because she was "old". They all have love to give people.

8 years ago | Likes 72 Dislikes 0

Hell*...stupid new phone

8 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

& they're so grateful for a bit of comfort. Most older ones just want a sunny spot on the couch to live out their last days.

8 years ago | Likes 11 Dislikes 1

Exactly. My dog just wants to sniff stuff and stroll around the field, then come in and lay on the couch.

8 years ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 0

Ha, the breed I'm interested in is basically still a puppy/ hyperactive demon at 2. I'd much rather get them older than that.

8 years ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 0

Boxer?

8 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Whippet.

8 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

How is that old?! Holy shit.

8 years ago | Likes 33 Dislikes 0

Most people adopting want puppies, unfortunately.

8 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

Idk. I've had two dogs make it to 16, so 2.5 is a baby if you ask me.

8 years ago | Likes 21 Dislikes 0

Right?! I rescued mine at 4 and it's the best because she's already potty trained and doesn't destroy shit but is still full of energy.

8 years ago | Likes 12 Dislikes 0

Fun fact: Puppies chew everything :)

8 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Exactly. Mine was well behaved when I got her. There are advantages.

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