Tag: age
10 ways to senior pet proof your home
Want to make your indoor space more comfortable for your aging dog or cat? These tips will help you senior pet proof your home!
Taking...
How resveratrol can help dogs with low energy
Do you have an older dog that seems to be low on energy? It may be because he isn’t getting enough antioxidants in his...
Tendon and ligament damage – diagnosis and treatment options for dogs
As our dogs get older, they become more prone to tendon and ligament damage caused by injury or wear and tear. Today’s diagnostic tools...
Supporting joint health as dogs and cats age
Lean on your veterinarian and start your animal on joint supplements early in life.
As our dogs and cats age, we sometimes notice behaviors...
Prioritizing muscle health in senior dogs
When it comes to promoting the overall wellbeing of aging canines, muscle health tends to take a back burner. Here’s why we should be...
7 ways to ensure your dog is neighbor friendly
You’ve adopted a dog… and now it’s time to introduce him to your neighbors! Here’s how to make sure he’s on his best behavior.
There...
Hospice care for your pet – how essential oils can help
Preparing to say goodbye to a beloved dog or cat is never going to be easy, but essential oils are an effective way to...
Four reasons to give senior cats a lifesaving chance
Thinking about adopting a feline companion? Senior cats are just as loving, loyal, and delightful as young ones, but typically the last to be...
6 ways to keep your senior cat healthy and happy
If your feline is ten or older, he’s officially a senior cat! Take these six steps to ensure his golden years are long and...
How acupressure eases arthritis pain in dogs and cats
Reduce your animal’s discomfort by gently stimulating these three key acupoints.
Many dogs and cats suffer from arthritis, especially as they get older. Thankfully, there...
Play safety for dogs, young and old
To avoid injury and keep play fun, tailor the games your dog participates in to his age.
Dog play is one of my favorite...
Top 4 nutrition tips for senior dogs
Help your senior dog stay healthy and live long by feeding him right and keeping his weight down.
If you have a senior dog,...
How acupuncture can help senior dogs
Senior dogs can be prone to a variety of health problems, from joint issues to appetite loss. Acupuncture can help treat many of these...
Traveling with your senior dog
Taking a senior dog on summer vacation with you? Here are 8 ways to keep safe and comfortable while traveling and at your destination.
With...
Canine cognitive dysfunction and vitamin D
Sometimes referred to as “doggy dementia”, canine cognitive dysfunction affects many senior dogs. A deficiency in vitamin D3 could be the cause.
Is your...
How acupuncture helped a senior cat walk again
An elderly cat with radial nerve damage in one leg makes a full recovery thanks to acupuncture.
I discovered the healing benefits of acupuncture when...
Improve memory function in older dogs and cats
An interest in senior animals led to an innovative supplement that helps improve memory and cognition in companion animals.
As people age, they often experience...
Do you know what age your dog is?
Dogs age much faster than humans. But, at what age is a dog considered a senior...or a geriatric?
Well, there is no real simple answer....
When is a dog a senior?
Our dogs and cats are generally considered senior when they reach seven to nine years. But the rate at which they actually age varies,...
Cognitive dysfunction in cats
Cognitive dysfunction can't be cured, but it can be slowed down and managed with nutrition and lifestyle changes.
If you have an older kitty, you...
Caring for your senior dog
A growing number of dogs are living past their mid-teens. Here are seven factors to consider when caring for your senior canine companion.
Sweet was our...
The latest on vaccination
We’ve known about the risks of over-vaccination for awhile now, though many veterinarians, trainers, boarding kennel operators and others still promote yearly boosters. Learn...
Helping your senior pet age comfortably
Here are seven steps to help your senior pet age gracefully and comfortably.
Is your companion slowing down? Are his senses not as sharp as...
Cataracts in dogs
Have you ever looked into an older animal’s eyes and seen a strange milky color there? It probably means he has cataracts.
Cataracts occur...
Preventing bone problems in dogs
Growing puppies are prone to angular limb deformities and other bone problems. Find out why, and how to maintain good bone health.
If you’ve adopted...
Treating bone problems in dogs
Osteoarthritis and osteosarcoma are two of the most common canine bone problems. Find out more about these painful conditions, and how they’re treated and...
5 myths about anesthesia for animals
If you feel nervous about having your dog “put under” for veterinary procedures, you’re not alone. While there are risks involved, anesthesia is safer...
Understanding dementia in cats
Did you know that most cats over the age of 11 are at risk for feline dementia? It’s one of the most common conditions...
Alternative dental care in dogs
Dental problems affect most dogs and can cause serious health issues if left unattended. A wholesome meaty diet along with energetic balancing are two...
Fatty lipomas in dogs
This article takes a closer look at lipomas in dogs, and helps you understand when to be concerned.
As animals age, it’s very common for...
Deworming your animals naturally
Worried about worms? Here's the skinny on deworming your animals naturally — and keeping those pesky pests at bay once and for all!
Intestinal parasites...
Supplements for senior animals
Along with an optimum diet, adequate exercise and lots of loving attention, the use of appropriate supplements for senior animals makes it possible for...
