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I was able to see a sneak peak last night and loved every minute of it! I can't wait until its official release so I can watch it again and share the love of watching it with everyone I know. It consists of three stories that revolve around senior dogs and how special they are. And you won't believe what that people at Old Friends Senior Dog Sanctuary in Mt. Juliet, TN, have accomplished - so incredible! If you're thinking you don't want to see it because it may make you sad, I can tell you that it's the exact opposite. The theater was almost at capacity and all you heard throughout the whole viewing was laughter, collective "ooohs" and "ahhhs" and many versions of "so cute" from the patrons. This is a truly uplifting film.

It was so wonderful to see my two all time favorite senior dogs, Leo and Chaser. I have followed both of them for many years. The dogumentary also showed alot of what goes on behind the scenes at Old Friends Senior Dog Sanctuary. What an amazing rescue. I cannot wait until I am able to see it again. It is an inspirational film.

Gorman Bechard has hit one out of the park here with stories about senior dogs and their role in our lives and in our society.

We live in such a 'disposable' society where when something or someone outlives its usefulness, we just throw it away. This movie is centered on the story of Zina and Michael Goodin who have stepped in and saved countless older dogs from shelters around their hometown in Tennessee. They provide a positive role model for the rest of us to fulfill our commitments to our pets and each other.

Excellent movie! Definitely worth watching!

Anyone who has ever had a dog needs to see this film. It's funny, heartwarming and honors the spirit of senior dogs and those who love them. Very well edited - it goes back-and-forth between stories and really keeps your interest. Mr. Bechard is a talented documentarian and I can't wait to do a deep dive on his other works.

This DOGUMENTARY about senior dogs told through several different storylines is heartwarming. Beautifully filmed and shows the wonderful bond between humans and their senior dogs. It made me laugh, cry, and just want to go hug my 8 year old beagle. I highly recommend this film to all dog lovers and anyone who loves a heartwarming story.

This lovely documentary was just what I needed. It was so heartwarming and positive. I want to see it again and share it with friends and family. I love all the dogs and their wonderful people!

Beautifully done. Captures the warmth of our best friends, our dogs. Reminds everyone the love all dogs have to give and especially the love of the wise and loyal Senior dog.

What a wonderful film! I already had a soft spot in my heart for senior dogs, and this film made me laugh and cry and simply warmed my heart. It was so neat to learn more about how senior dogs have affected other peoples' lives with all of the unconditional love they have to give - and especially to learn more of the story of Old Friends Senior Dog Sanctuary. And, of course, I enjoyed the sweet faces of all the pups. I highly recommend this for any dog lover - and for anyone who wants to try to understand why those of us love our dogs so much!

This dogumentary explores the relationships between humans and their senior dogs, and the stories and the images kept the audience mesmerized. The narrative moves seamlessly between main subjects photographer Jane Klonsky, Old Friends Senior Dog Sanctuary, and Dr John Pilley and Chaser. Those of us in the audience responded with laughter, awwws, and spontaneous greetings to the dogs we recognized on screen. Gorman Bechard has created a film which will provide enjoyable, uplifting viewing for all ages. It should not be missed.

A beautiful story about wonderful senior dogs and the people who love them. Old Friends Dog Sanctuary is an amazing facility providing loving care for senior dogs. The story of Chaser and Dr. Pilley is known world wide and is always inspiring. The cinematography is outstanding and focuses on the beauty of these old friends. Highly recommend this film. You will not be disappointed!

Seniors, a Dogumentary is a beautifully-told series of vignettes about the bonds between humans and dogs, particularly senior dogs. As a dog lover and a rescue/shelter volunteer, I was captivated with its lovely cinematography, the touching stories of love and sacrifice and devotion between people and their companion dogs and of a couple who devoted their lives to rescue senior dogs from shelters and almost certain death. It's inspiring and heartwarming and I can't recommend it enough. Worth the price of admission alone is the story of the amazing Chaser and her relationship with her "PopPop" John Pilley, an animal behaviorist who taught her the names of over 1,000 objects among many other learned behaviors. Loved it!

I absolutely loved this dogumentary. This film and ofsds have a special place in my heart. I loved learning the stories of the senior dogs and their amazing owners/humans. I can't wait till it comes out on DVD, as watching it once just wasn't enough! Seeing the connection between senior and human was touching and I definitely shed a few tears at times. I can not rave enough about this film.

Going in, I expected to hear about senior dogs. I was expecting to hear about how the carers feel, their connections with the dogs, the fosters and their view of fostering senior dogs. I came out of this with a new perspective, one that is really pushing me to look into fostering senior dogs myself.

Hearing how these dogs have changed lives even in their old age brought tears to my eyes multiple times while watching. Seeing the stories from individuals, hearing the dog's stories, it was all a wonderful story about a place that is made to make these senior pups happy.

A must see for dog lovers and others. A wonderfully heartwarming and fun movie about senior dogs featuring the beautiful photography of Jane Sobel Klonsky from Project Unconditional, the amazing Old Friends Senior Dog Sanctuary in Mount Juliet, TN, Dr. Pilley and Chaser, The World's Smartest Dog, and others. We can all learn a lot from senior dogs and their willingness to forgive and unconditionally love. See this movie. You will love it!

I thoroughly enjoyed this film; it was heartwarming, happy, and inspiring! I am a big fan and supporter of the Old Friends Senior Dog Sanctuary and I was so happy to see the dogs in film. I plan to show it to my students as an example of how to make a difference in the world. Great job Gorman; Zina and Michael, you're an inspiration.

I am a Forever Foster with Old Friends and love how they are bringing awareness to how great senior dogs are. This documentary is perfect. It touched my heart in ways unimaginable. I cant imagine my life without my Old Friend. It warms the heart to see so many senior dogs able to live the rest of their life with such love. This is an absolute must see film.

What a great movie! It oozes warmth from start to finish. Great camera work and an excellent selection of vignettes about the beauty in senior dogs and what they can give to people. Whether you are a dog lover or not please watch this great dogumentary!!

Had the pleasure of attending the screening of this film. Two paws up and a tail wag for good measure. I'd like to see this picked up by streaming services, so my friends and family can enjoy it as much as I did.

This really is such a beautiful film. In a world where we constantly see the bad things that people do to each other, it is a wonderful reminder that unconditional love is real. There are so many sweet stories that are woven together really nicely. The relationships that dogs have with their people can help us see the good in the world. I can't recommend it enough. If you get a chance to watch it, no matter what mood you're in when you start the film, you will undoubtedly be smiling by the time the film is over. It's a lovely movie.

Before I saw this documentary I never really thought about how frequently senior dogs were dropped off only to be euthanized shortly after. This film showcases the issue in a very touching way. The concept of a "retirement home" for senior dogs is wonderful! I also enjoyed the soundtrack- sweet and at times whimsical! Another great film by What What We Were Thinkg? Keep 'em coming!!

This was a beautiful uplifting film! In a world where dogs can be seen as disposable, it is wonderful to see that there is actually hope in a place where they can live out their lives-Old Friends Senior Dog,Sanctuary. What Michael and Zina are doing at old friends is amazing, and I hope to see many more sanctuaries like this start throughout the country. The story of Chaser and the bond with John was wonderful as well. The cinematography was great,Gorman did an amazing job. This is a must see feel good film!

This film kept you attention and was beautifully crafted. It really makes you want to adopt a senior dog! It is an animal activist documentary that is well worth the watch because you did not feel shamed into adopting a senior dog. The point was wonderfully made.

Seeing that there is hope and a second chance for these senior dogs that are abandoned gives me hope for our society. It makes me look forward to watching my dogs mature and how that will only strengthen our bond. Great director, great organization, great people.