This Senior Dog Has Entered Her ‘Terrible 12s' Phase With Zero Regrets
As dogs get older, they tend to get a little grumpy. My oldest dog is turning 11 this year, and he is legitimately the grumpiest guy I have ever encountered, even though he's also the sweetest. That's just how life with a senior dog is, and we wouldn't have it any other way.
One senior dog has officially entered her Terrible 12s era. Every single thing her mom asks her to do is up for negotiation, and unfortunately, it's equal parts adorable and hilarious. Even if she is the most unhelpful girl ever:
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Just A Girl - No Doubt
Rachel and Mara Ann are the perfect duo. Mara Ann is no help and makes that her whole personality. Rachel is a super kind and caring dog mom who will do anything for Mara Ann. It could not be a better situation for Mara Ann to spend her golden years in.
Mara Ann is not in any sort of trouble. She has no problems, no mobility issues, nothing. In fact, Rachel took her to the vet, and they diagnosed her as, quote, "a chunkster." My 11-year-old dog shares that diagnosis, so I really can't wait to see what awaits me in his Terrible 12s...
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Mara Ann goes outside every day, and whenever she wants to, she walks. However, there are also plenty of times she refuses to move a muscle, even when her mom asks her nicely. She also lives on a farm and has a royal carriage to get around:
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As she should. I wonder if she waves at the cows and other animals on the farm as she passes by. After all, she is their queen!
Why Do Senior Dogs Not Move As Much?
As dogs get older, they often start refusing to get up. It's annoying, but it's just part of their lives. It happens to almost all of them: when they don't have to, they won't move.
Senior dogs, especially breeds with a lot of joint issues, will often start refusing to do excessive physical activity. The reasons are simple:
- It hurts.
- It tires them out.
- It's harder for them to breathe.
There's a difference between not wanting to get up and not being able to. Senior dogs should still be able to get up and down, and they should be able to go to the bathroom. If you notice they won't get up to eat and have started soiling themselves, it's time for a trip to the vet!
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This story was originally published June 1, 2026 at 1:00 PM.