Blog: senior pets

Chihuahua dog on a leash with human outdoors

Minimizing Risks as your Pet Ages

Senior pets have a greater need for special care than younger ones do. There are many health conditions that can arise as your pet gets older. Some are unavoidable, but many can be avoided by taking preventive measures throughout their lives. Feeding a high quality senior diet can help, as…

Dog resting head on surface and looking up

Arthritis in Pets

Arthritis or degenerative joint disease, is a common ailment affecting our pets.  Studies suggest it affects one in five of all pets of all ages with an increase in incidence with age.  In dogs, owners will see lameness and exercise intolerance as well as stiffness when first rising from sleep. …