Putting dogs to sleep is a terrible decision that all owners have to make with almost every dog they own. For most of us, it's just something that we naturally do for our pets when their quality of life is impaired to an unconscionable degree, they are in extreme pain, or … [Read more...]
Senior Dog Articles
Grain Free Food for Dogs with Arthritis – Ingredients to Help the Ache
Finding the best grain-free dog food for arthritis can really help your pooch live a fuller, more active life. Knowing which ingredients are right can be tricky, though. I've put together this easy guide to help you examine those ingredient labels and pick the perfect food for … [Read more...]
Fun Ways to Use Treats in Training Games for an Older Dog
Want to teach your senior pooch a few new tricks? With the right motivation and these fun training games for an older dog, you can make it happen. We’ve all heard the saying that you can’t teach an old dog new tricks. Like many other pieces of lore, this is not true. While it is … [Read more...]
What Do You Do When Your Dog Has Trouble Getting Around?
What do you do when your dog has trouble getting around? Watching your furry friend age is heartbreaking. I had a dog once who it seemed overnight was unable to walk up the stairs to our bedroom. She would plop herself at the bottom of the stairs. It was heartbreaking to watch. … [Read more...]
Senior Dog Food – Going Grain Free with Confidence
Senior dog food is an essential part of your older dog's health. While breed specific foods may be bunk (in my opinion) senior food is not. That's because most food for older dogs is formulated to meet the requirements of less active dogs. When you're looking for a grain-free … [Read more...]