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When Is A Dog Considered a Senior?
Tiny dogs have a longer life expectancy while giant and large breeds are on the other end of the spectrum biologically, aging faster. When you are caring for an aging dog, there are some things you can do to improve or even extend her life
Soft Food for Senior Dogs
As dogs age, their nutritional needs and dietary preferences may change. Dog food recommended for senior dogs is usually soft, wet, or canned. The wide variety of soft foods on the market makes it easy to find one to fit your senior’s specific needs, as you will see here.
Best Dog Breeds for Seniors
Low-maintenance and low-energy dog breeds may be the answer for some older adults, but not for everyone. You need to adopt the dog you want and can handle safely.
Straight talk for senior adopters
The older we get, the more we need a backup plan for our dogs, in the event of our deaths.
Vitamins for Senior Dogs
The best senior dog vitamins are the ones your dog needs and that have an NASC seal on them.
Senior Dog Is Losing Teeth
Tooth loss is somewhat preventable in senior dogs, as it is in humans, but you need to start dental care sooner rather than later.
How to Care For Your Dogs When You’re Not Well
All the world’s viruses seem to be having their way with us at the moment. I don’t think I know anybody who isn’t sick...
At-home Dental Care for Dogs
Most dog owners are disappointed to hear that brushing their dogs’ teeth is a necessary part of maintaining the health of their dogs. Regular oral examinations and professional cleaning by a veterinarian is also needed.
Sundowners in Dogs
Sundowners syndrome in dogs is officially called canine cognitive dysfunction syndrome, abbreviated CCD or CDS. It is a degenerative disease that it will steadily get worse over time. Activities, supplements, and medications can help to slow the progression of the disease.
How Old is My Dog?
It can be challenging to tell how old a rescue dog is, especially if not much is known about her history. However, there are some strategies that help narrow down a dog’s approximate age.
Tooth Extractions in Dogs
Tooth extraction dogs is complicated with teeth having multiple deep roots and recovery can take time, but most dogs are happier after having a problem tooth removed.
Kidney Disease in Dogs
As with so many health problems in our dogs, the prognosis is better if kidney failure is detected early. While kidney disease can’t be reversed, the progress of the disease can be slowed, giving your dog extra lifetime with good quality.