What Do You Do When Your Dog Grows Old?

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Author(s)

Jackie Short

Co-Authors / Illustrators

Lucy Rogers

Publisher Name

Red Comet Press

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Release Date

March 10, 2026

ISBN13

978-1636551715

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An inspirational poem about those friends who have loved us unconditionally

What Do You Do When Your Dog Grows Old? is a tender, poetic tribute to the dogs who’ve walked beside us through the seasons of life. With soft, heartfelt verse and emotional depth, Jackie Short gently guides readers through the bittersweet journey of loving—and eventually letting go of—an aging dog.

This beautifully written poem captures the quiet changes of time: tired paws, fading sight, and the wisdom in a graying face. Yet in every line, there is love—unwavering, devoted, and full of grace.

Perfect for dog lovers of all ages, this book is both a celebration and a farewell, a comforting companion for anyone facing the inevitable goodbye. A timeless keepsake. A love letter. A healing balm for the heart.

Editor review

1 review

Tribute to Dogs and their Unconditional Love

March 08, 2026 (Updated: March 30, 2026)

Overall rating

4.8

Plot

4.0

Characters

5.0

Writing Style

5.0

Illustrations/Photos (if applicable)

5.0

What Do You Do When Your Dog Grows Old? Is a sweet poem about the dogs who stand by our side through the ups and downs. This poem highlights the journey of loving a dog as it gets older and the eventual loss of the aging dog.

What I Liked: This book is a short poem that is perfect for talking about the lifespan of a dog and the love you have for them. The illustrations throughout the book do a great job of pairing with the words on the opposite page and highlighting the ways in which we love our dogs. Each page of this book is simple yet sweet and relays a larger message when put together.

Final Verdict: What Do You Do When Your Dog Grows Old? serves as a reminder of what we owe our aging companion as well as a celebration of their life with us. This book is a comforting book for the moment you have realized that you don’t have much time left with your beloved companion and want to recall all the memories you have with them.