Better care means dogs and cats are living longer now than they ever have before—and, as pets get older, they need extra care and attention. It’s important to remember that age is not a disease. Although senior pets may develop age-related problems, you can help...
by Dr. Jerry Klein, CVOThe overwhelming joy of having pets is unfortunately accompanied by the inevitable sadness that comes with ending their lives. As humans, we must be witness to the death of our family member, our pet. And unlike the movies, rarely is it that...
By LisaBeth WeberThe phrase “you can’t teach an old dog new tricks” is often not about a dog. But in the literal sense, asking whether old habits can be replaced with new behavior is a good question.Molly Sumner Sumridge, certified dog behavior consultant and owner of...
Dealing with Older Dog Health Problems By Lorie Huston, DVM Senior dogs have different care requirements than those of a younger dog. This fact probably doesn’t come as a surprise to anyone. But how do you know when your dog is considered to be a senior? It really...
While cats and dogs often remain puppies at heart, age can take a toll on your senior cat or dog. In addition to losing a bit of the spring in its step, senior pets, just like humans, are at higher risk for disease and will most likely experience a normal decline in...
