You knew it when you first brought that little puppy home. Eventually, it would become a senior citizen, and that time has arrived. As dogs age, they suffer many of the same infirmities as humans. Hearing and vision start to go, joints begin to ache, and a nap is preferable to a walk. With proper care, you can make your companion’s remaining years happy and comfortable. Gum disease is likely the most common malady in dogs, especially as they age. Fortunately, it is also the m

As the hot, humid days of summer approach, it is important to remember that our pets need our protection to stay healthy in the heat. Dogs can suffer from too much heat and sun just as humans do without the right protection. Dogs can get sunburned, overheated, and dehydrated if left in the heat unprotected too long. Prolonged heat exposure can even lead to heatstroke. Here are some simple steps you can take to help your pet stay happy and healthy during the hot summer months

Puppies and kittens may be irresistibly cute and cuddly, but there’s a huge amount to be said for adopting an older pet rather than taking on a juvenile. After all, millions of fully grown animals are placed in shelters across the country every year, and giving one a home could literally be a lifesaver. Here are seven excellent reasons to seriously consider visiting a local shelter if you’re looking for a new animal companion. Vaccination and Medical History Most senior pets

Just like people, true wellness in pets means more than the absence of disease. It includes numerous physical, social, and emotional factors. As a pet owner, you can do the following things to provide your dog or cat with a long, healthy life in a stimulating and loving environment: 1. Your pet needs protection from parasites all year long, even if you live in a cold climate. Fleas, ticks, heartworm, and other pests can make life miserable for your dog or cat and can even

We might deny it, we might not accept it, we might even resist it, but it is indeed hard to ignore that our pets usually age faster than we do. Your beloved cat or the dog that has been a part of your family since forever might just be aging faster than you currently realize. There will soon come a time when your pet will become a senior and have special needs. If you neglect that fact, you will be doing nothing but making life difficult for them. If you, like many others, wa