Do Older Dogs Lose Their Teeth?
A reader question that we thought worthy of public reply on the subject of dog teeth in older dogs, specifically whether dogs – like some humans – lose their …
Category: Health
Exercise for Older Dogs: Preparing To Change Your Dog’s Exercise Routine
The well-being of your canine senior citizen depends a lot on maintaining his fitness level, which is achieved through a balanced diet, appropriate exercise and regular veterinary checkups. As …
Bone Cancer in Older Dogs (Canine Ostesosarcoma)
Ostesosarcoma is an aggressive bone cancer in dogs, although it only makes up about 5% of dog tumours. Although it is more “rare” it often requires amputation as well …
Is My Older Dog Going Deaf?
Just like humans, dogs may be prone to having vision and hearing problems as they age and move into their senior years. Sometimes owners fail to realize that the …
Caring For Your Older Dog
As an older dog owner Andrea Banks is fully aware of the large costs that can occur during the care for them. She explained to OlderDogs.co.uk as part of …
Gum Disease in Older Dogs
Gum disease in dogs is serious enough to kill. That’s quite the startling opener, but it’s 100% true. For us older dog owners, the importance of caring for our …
An Introduction To Living With An Older Dog
One of the most common queries older dog owners have relate to caring for their dog – how much exercise is right, is the diet right, is there anything …
Hyperplasia In Dogs
Hyperplasia In Dogs – What You Need to Know Hyperplasia of the prostate gland is a benign enlargement due to an increase in the number of cells within the …
Top Tips For Caring For Your Older Dog In Winter
Dog owners know to put a coat on their dog when they take her out in cold weather, but what about at night, when thermostats are lowered to save …
Cushing’s Disease in the Older Dog
Canine Cushing’s syndrome is a chronic illness that, if left untreated it can rapidly and severely affect your dog’s quality of life and can lead to a range of …
