Maine woman fundraising to support older dogs [Video]

NORTH YARMOUTH, Maine — A home for older dogs is working to expand its reach and is fundraising to be able to help Mainers who can’t afford to pay for vet care.

Laurie Dorr quit her job and started the rescue four years ago. She said she has always had a soft spot for older dogs.

“I really have felt bad for senior dogs that have to go to shelters. You know, a lot of them are with their owners for a very long time, and then for one reason or another, they have to be surrendered,” she said.

“You come here to adopt a pet to have a companion, and when the animal is older you know you’re not going to have as much time with …