Spondylosis in Senior Dogs
As our dogs age and enter their golden years, there are many health-related conditions that they may experience.
As our dogs age and enter their golden years, there are many health-related conditions that they may experience.
Sharing your heart and home with a dog is a rewarding experience. They bring us so much joy and unconditional love, and they don’t ask for much in return. They only have one major flaw – they don’t live long enough!
We want to do all we can to keep our senior dogs as happy and healthy as they can be, and that means we need to use some specialized products made just for t…
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is the adorable Squeaky, an 8 years old Treeing Walker Coonhound and Beagle mix from Lake Odessa, Michigan.
Senior dogs can find it hard to get in and out of cars. A perfect solution is Solvit's Deluxe Telescoping Pet Ramp, which makes road trips easy again.
Turns out unlucky is the new lucky for a 9-year-old dog at Battersea’s Cats & Dogs Home in England, as Daisy has just been named Battersea’s Unlu…
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Shadow, an 8 years old Husky from Hailey, Idaho. This handsome fella is neutered, vaccinated and microchipped.
As dogs age, they tend to slow down - but it doesn't mean they stop wanting to hang out with you. Here are some tips about hiking with your senior pooch.
He may be slowing down, but your senior dog still needs his daily walk. Here's what you should know about walking your elderly dog.
Arthritis is a common ailment in older dogs, especially in larger breeds. Although you can't cure it, there are ways to relieve your dog's arthritis pain.
Don't leave your dog out of your outdoor adventures. Even elderly dogs can enjoy an active lifestyle out on the water, as long as you're prepared.
Degenerative joint disease is a common problem affecting many senior dogs. Here are six of the most FAQs about canine osteoarthritis.
Pet strollers have rolled their way into the lives of dogs and cats. Used to a variety of purposes, make sure your pet stays safe while being pushed around.
There is a senior-dog rescue movement spreading, as people all over North America are realizing the fabulous qualities senior dogs have to offer.
As a dog ages, the importance of regular veterinarian visits become vital to his longevity. Don't forget to take your senior dog in for wellness checkups.
When her elderly pet parent died, Izzy wasn't sure where'd she go. But the Senior's Center where the pair lived wanted to keep her on.
A non-profit organization out of Arlington, Washington ensures the last days for senior pets are comfortable and happy in their furever homes.
A non-profit that helps palliative patients who have pets, Pet Peace of Mind fills a much-needed gap that's been created by an aging generation.
A degenerative spinal disease, Degenerative Myelopathy can cause lameness in dogs. Here's what to look for and how to treat this illness.
Hey doggy... need a ride? Lola is a dog who's always on the move - that's why she was so excited to try out the Gen7Pets Monaco Stroller for herself.
A picture says a thousand words. And these photographers have lots to say about dogs - beautiful pictures that will give you a new perspective on pooches.
To prove that older dogs can still learn new tricks, four rescue dogs were trained to retrieve tennis balls during an exhibition match at the Brazil Open.
When our dogs start to age, they may need help with activities that never use to be a problem. It's a good thing these mobility aids help them keep up!
Older pets are the hardest to place once they arrive at an animal shelter? But they're welcome at House With A Heart - a retirement home for dogs and cats.
Do we own our dogs, or do our dogs own us? We can't be sure, but we can say that this house has gone to the dogs, with a custom staircase just for pups.
Is hard-surface flooring your dog's greatest nemesis? Dr. Buzby's ToeGrips helps your dog get a grip on mobility issues with a cool traction solution.
It’s sad, but happens frequently – people dump older dogs at shelters because they’re not puppies anymore. Let’s follow Japan’s…
It’s high time we came up with a solution! It works for humans, and now senior and terminally ill dogs could soon benefit from cannabis. It’s a g…
Get ready to have an "accident!" Hilarious book warns dog lovers to stay away from puppies, and adopt a senior dog instead.
The perfect companion for your senior dog, ramps and steps offer mobility and accessibility for the aging pooch Getting old has advantages (“knowledge…
Loss of vision doesn't mean your pooch can't enjoy his life - we've outlined a few tips on how to help your blind dog cope with vision loss.
Let's go over the basics about what palliative care is, in which situations it might be needed and how to create a palliative care plan for older dogs.
The star and the inspiration for this post is Kevin Roberts’ dog, Willow, who has since crossed over the Rainbow Bridge. He brought her home when she w…
Photographer Pete Thorne’s photo series “Old Faithful” is going to tug at your heartstrings. Guaranteed. If you’ve ever had one, yo…
Older dogs come with their own set of unique issues that require preventive measures to ensure your dog continues to enjoy a happy life. He’s not the y…
It's a sad fact that older dogs in shelters and rescues have a harder time finding a forever home. But we have lots of reasons for adopting an older dog.