Aging is a normal part of life, and at some point, all dogs will get older and become seniors. As our dogs grow into this life stage, their care requirements will begin to change, such as their diet and exercise routine. You may find your older dog is walking at a slower pace or is finding it difficult to leap onto the sofa like he once could. All these changes are completely normal, but it’s important to know how to...
As your dog grows older, it’s important to keep an eye out for any potential health problems or conditions that arise so you can help improve his quality of life. You may notice a general ‘slowing down’, where your dog will experience a decrease in mobility, activity or exercise. It's also common to see an older dog lose some of their senses, like hearing or eyesight. This slower pace, loss of senses as well as a greying coat are all...
Grooming is an essential part of your dog’s health and wellbeing, and is even more critical as they grow older. Often, underlying health conditions your senior pup may be susceptible to can be spotted by investigating the skin and coat. Lumps, bumps, growths and skin irritations can be revealed in a grooming session, either by yourself or by your Professional Groomer. As your canine friend grows older, they tend to experience joint and muscle pain as well as mobility issues that...
Just like us, our dogs grow old and with old age, often comes new health and mobility issues. Your once, energetic little puppy may show signs of slowing down, and becoming less playful. You may even notice some grey hair! It’s important to recognise the signs of an aging dog, not only so you can adapt their lifestyle to fit their needs, but to make them as comfortable as possible in their golden years. In this blog post, we’ll talk about what...
As your dog gets older, you may notice him slowing down and becoming less active. He may not be able to keep up on such long walks, or perhaps he is sleeping more throughout the day. It’s true that as your dog enters his senior years, some activities he once enjoyed might be too much for him to handle, but that doesn’t mean he shouldn’t get any exercise at all! Exercising older dogs is an important part of their daily routine...
Cleaning Your Dog's Teeth and Their Dental Care We all want our dogs to be as healthy and as comfortable as possible. From feeding them the right foods, to bringing them out on walks and taking them to the vet, we do everything we can to ensure our beloved four legged friends are in the best shape. But do you know how to clean your dog's teeth and give them a proper dental care routine? It's one thing that can often...
What's the Best Food for Your Senior Dog? As our canine friends get older, they tend to gradually slow down, becoming less active, while their metabolism will also slow down, making them more at risk of excessive weight gain. As your dog reaches his senior years, he will also need some additional nutrients to help support his aging muscles and joints. In this blog post I want to help you find the best food for your older dog. Carol Doyle, BSc VN...
What is Your Dog's Body Condition Score, and how you can check it at home? The Body Condition Score is an international scale, widely used to assess whether or not a dog is under weight, over weight, or at an ideal level. In this post, we talk you though the scale, from 1-9, and with the help of Veterinarian Carol Doyle, show you how you can assess your dog's Body Condition Score at home. The Body Condition Score is the first assessment to...
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