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Caring for a Senior Dog

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woman lying outside with a dog | what is a heart dog

What Is a Heart Dog?

July 2, 2023 by Jessica

The term “heart dog” has been widely used among the dog community since dogs have elevated to family …

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German Shepherd in a wheelchair | Help! My Old Dog Is Losing Muscle Mass and Getting Weak in Their Hind Legs

Help! My Old Dog Is Losing Muscle Mass and Getting Weak in Their Hind Legs

July 1, 2023 by Jessica

As some dogs age, they lose muscle mass in their hind legs. This is called muscle atrophy and can …

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Promises I make my senior dog every day

Promises I Make My Old Dog Every Day

December 19, 2018 by Hindy Pearson

There’s no greater feeling in the world and nothing better for my soul, then when I welcome an old …

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Things you should never say to a senior dog parent

19 Things You Should Never Say to a Senior Dog Parent

April 28, 2018 by Hindy Pearson

  I currently share my life with two dogs, but the absolute love of my life is a 17ish year old …

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blind dogs can enjoy life like any other dog

Can Climate Affect Senior Dog Health

May 22, 2017 by Hindy Pearson

I had never even considered the possibility climate could be affecting Red’s health, until recent …

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Involving your vet in senior dog care

Involving Your Vet in Senior Dog Care

May 1, 2017 by Hindy Pearson

I cannot overstate the importance of involving your vet in senior dog care. I rely on my vet so much …

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the importance of proper senior dog nutrition

Does Your Senior Dog’s Food Satisfy Their Nutritional Needs?

November 24, 2016 by Hindy Pearson

Welcome to this guest post about Senior Dog Nutrition I’m so pleased to introduce my guest author, …

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wheelchairs are great mobility aids for dogs

Pain and Mobility Issues in Old Dogs

October 26, 2016 by Hindy Pearson

Managing pain and mobility issues can be one of the most challenging problems facing caretakers of …

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5 Exercises to Keep Your Old Dog Feeling Young

October 13, 2016 by Paul Kirhagis

Plain and simple, senior dogs are amazing.  We, often, have dogs in the “Project Golden …

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