Old dog...

[Gasbag]

A friend of mine has an ancient (13 years old) mixed breed dog that he wants to give away to a good home. I "babysat" her over the weekend & she did really well (no whining or accidents). When he came to get her yesterday he asked me if I'd like to take her permanently. I told him that I'd have to think about it. My concern is that he's had Sara (the dog) for 11 years & as far as she's concerned my friend is her family. I'm worried that if I take her in the shock of leaving him might kill her. He seems to think that she would readily adapt to her new living situation as she's known me practically since he got her & seems to really like me too. I guess what I'm asking is; does anyone have any experience with adopting an older dog?

Thanks...