As our family was returning home from the store one icy, cold winter night, a raggedy animal jumped in front of our car. At first, we thought it was a coyote or small doe and were just thankful we didn’t hit it. We could tell right away it was hurt from the way it limped. Fortunately, my Dad quickly recognized … Read More
Swimming Is Great For Senior Dogs
There are basically three types of dogs – dogs who are natural swimmers, dogs who aren’t built to survive in the water, and dogs that can be taught to swim. For senior dogs, swimming is a fantastic exercise because it is joint friendly, particularly for arthritic dogs who have issues with bones, joints and cartilage. Swimming is great cardiovascular exercise, … Read More
Keeping Your Senior Dog Safe Over Thanksgiving
Can you smell it? The aroma of pumpkin and apple pies, the smell of turkey and stuffing, the laughter of family gathered together. Although Thanksgiving is a great time to give extra love to your dog, it’s not the best time to give him certain foods. Unfortunately, our Thanksgiving feast is riddled with a high sugar and fat content that … Read More
What Your Senior Dog Would Like To Say to You
Too often, senior dogs are the last to be adopted in a shelter. Maybe his pet parent passed away. Or she can’t jog with her owner anymore. Or he needs a little help getting up the stairs. Either way, whether you they young or old, mutt or pure bred, there are some things a senior dog languishing in the shelter … Read More
Does Your Dog Have Bad Breath?
Does your dog’s breath knock you out? When he tries to plant sloppy kisses on your face do you cringe from the odor? Most dogs suffer from terrible breath at one time or another, and it is quite common among senior dogs. Some struggle with horrible halitosis throughout their entire lives.
What Your Older Dog Can Teach a Puppy
We have all heard the adage: “with age comes wisdom.” If you already have an older dog and are introducing a new pack member, much can be learned from the senior dog. Just like older siblings teach the younger kids both good and bad habits, so too do dogs. Dogs often mimic the behavior of other dogs. According to Psychology … Read More
Choosing the Right Vet For Your Senior Dog
After you and your family, one of the most important individuals in your dog’s life will be his/her vet. He will be the one helping you with your dog’s nutrition, health and care. As many of us have senior dogs, their needs can be quite different than puppies or even middle-aged dogs. Therefore, it is important to choose a veterinarian … Read More
Ten Things Your Senior Dog Wants to Tell You
I talk to my dog all the time and yes, he does talk back. Studies have shown that the average dog knows about 165 words, but mine is much smarter than that! I’m sure yours is too. Wouldn’t you love to know sometimes what your aging dog is thinking? When he gives you “that look”? He is more in tune … Read More
Could Your Senior Dog have Heart Worm?
All across America, vets begin testing dogs (and cats) for heart worm in April, which is why April is National Heart Worm Awareness Month. It used to be that heart worm was only prevalent in certain parts of the country. Unfortunately, it has now been detected in all 50 states, with the disease spreading to new regions of the country … Read More
How to Keep Your Older Dog From Aging Too Fast
Beauty counters are filled with creams, wands, and magic potions to help keep us younger looking. However, what’s more important than looking younger is feeling younger, so that no matter your age, you feel healthy and happy. The same holds true for our dogs. As dog owners, we want to do everything we can to help our older dogs feel … Read More
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