Senior Pets

Caring for Senior Dogs and Cats

Senior pets can be just as joyful and loveable as their younger counterparts, but they do have special needs. As your pet reaches its golden years it is important to understand the changes in their health and behavior so that you can help them live their lives to the fullest. Petside delivers expert information and insight about senior dogs and senior cats including articles and videos exploring common senior pet health conditions, adopting an older pet, and end-of-life care.

Health & Home
 
senior cat health

Caring for Your Aging Cat

Did you know that most veterinarians consider older cats to be senior citizens at seven- or eight-…
Health & Home
 
diabetes in dogs and cats, like this bulldog

Diabetes in Dogs and Cats

Diabetes in dogs and cats is a common medical condition found among older pets. The condition is a…
News & Blogs
 
cat with kidney disease

Kidney Disease in Cats

According to a fascinating article about kidney disease and commonly prescribed diets designed to…
Photos & Videos
 
Holiday Gifts for Senior Dogs

Holiday Gifts for Senior Dogs

As dogs age, we want them to continue living the best life they can. If your dog liked going on…
Senior Pets
 
older cat in grass

Considering Euthanasia

The decision to euthanize a pet is a personal one. Petside can guide you though the considerations…
Health & Home
 
cat with dementia

Feline Dementia

Your senior cat is starting to be a little bit forgetful, meows loudly at times for no apparent…
News & Blogs
 
Bassett Hounds

‘Senior Plus’ Food for Pets

Just like humans, pets are living longer. Eleven percent of pets in the U.S., approximately 33…
News & Blogs
 
cat from animal shelter

Pet Hospice by Animal Shelter

Pets Alive is a no kill animal shelter and sanctuary that has deeply touched my heart. Their main…
Help Animals
 
Old Dog Haven charity finds foster homes for old dogs

Art Rescues Old Dogs

Take the September challenge! Buy affordable miniature animal art to help rescue old abandoned dogs…
Pet Adoption
 
senior pet golden retriever

10 Reasons Senior Pets Rock

Our family dog, Kelly, was 17-years-old when we finally had to put her down. I was in high school…
Photos & Videos
 
adopted older dog

Video: Adopting an Older Pet

If you're thinking about adding a pet to your family, you may want to consider adopting an older…
Health & Home
 
older cat suffering from hearing loss

Hearing Loss in Pets

Deafness is the temporary or permanent loss– either partial or total –of hearing in one or both…