Dear Eric: In response to “Grieving Granddad’s” letter regarding the loss of his longtime dog companion, thank you so much for recommending adopting an older dog.

I would also add that he, or anyone who isn’t sure about a fur-ever commitment but wants dog(s) in their lives, might consider dog foster care.

– Foster Dog Parent

Dear Foster: A great suggestion. Another note that came up in the responses to this question is that everyone, of any age, should make sure that there are plans in place for a friend or relative to take care of the dog if the owner is incapacitated or dies.

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