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.

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Caretaking

Pet Euthanasia Decision

The hardest decision you make about your pet will also likely be the last one. Most dogs and cats need to be euthanized, says Dr. Jules Benson, Vice...

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Pet Adoption

Senior Pet Adoption

Our family dog, Kelly, was 17-years-old when we finally had to put her down. I was in high school at the time and I remember thinking, “Wow. These...

Holiday Gifts for Senior Dogs

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Holiday Gift Guide: Senior Pets

As dogs age, we want them to continue living the best life they can. If your dog liked going on long walks or playing in the snow as a youngster, you...

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Health & Home

Happy and Healthy: Care to Increase a Pet's Life Span

We love our pets and can’t imagine life without them, but the sad truth is that many of us don’t take as good care of them as we should. Our kids are...

Senior Pet FAQ

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Pet Hospice by Animal Shelter

Pets Alive is a no kill animal shelter and sanctuary that has deeply touched my heart. Their main…

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New Online Senior Pet Resource

Understanding that the needs of an older pet are drastically different from those of puppies and…

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IAMS Celebrates Senior Pets

Though our older pets may age and their stamina may fade over time, they still remain puppy-like…

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Doggy Steps Prevent Arthritis

My puppy was diagnosed with a luxating patella, i.e. a loose knee cap. The solution was dog steps.…

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Stylish Pet Furniture

Tired of stashing away your pet’s things every time company’s coming? Check out these must-have pet…

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5 Toys for Senior Dogs

As our dogs age their stamina fades, but their spirits remain puppy like. Though they’re probably…

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Diabetes in Dogs and Cats

Diabetes in dogs and cats is a common medical condition found among older pets. The condition is a…

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High Blood Pressue in Pets

High blood pressure is a condition common to senior cats and dogs. Also known as systemic…

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Cognitive Dysfunction in Pets

Cognitive dysfunction, also known as cognitive decline or dementia, is a condition that affects…

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Blindness in Pets

One part of the natural aging process for pets is the loss of eyesight. In some cases, the loss is…

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Diapers for Dogs

When Dr. Diane Radford’s Cockapoo Stella turned 17, she was diagnosed with liver failure and…

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Arthritis in Dogs and Cats

Arthritis is a condition common to senior cats and dogs. The disease, also known as degenerative…

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Pet Wheelchairs

When the bottoms of your shoes are worn and the treads are gone, you buy a new pair. But it’s not…