

But Dusty is about fourteen and the average lifespan for dogs is about sixteen. He was hit by a car when younger and now suffers pain and irritation when we try to handle him like giving him a bath or cutting his hair. He is almost blind and cannot hear very well. He hides under the bed most of the day. He doesn't like to be bothered and I usually just give him his way and let him live out his life in peace.