About Senior Dogs
The onset of senior citizenship varies greatly among dogs. The general rule is: the bigger the dog, the shorter her lifespan. For large breeds, the senior stage can start as early as age six. Toy breeds may not reach this phase until close to the teen years.
Senior dogsMay 1st, 2013
There are few things in life that are more fun and rewarding than bringing a dog into your family. Your dog will offer your family years of love and loyalty, as long as you provide him with food, shelter, responsible care and love in return. With these ten basic care tips tucked safely under your...
May 10th, 2012
Cataracts is the most common vision problem among dogs, but contrary to popular belief, it doesn't affect only senior dogs. In fact, genetics is a much larger factor than geriatrics. The word "cataract" means "to break down" in Latin, and that's exactly what happens: the fibers in the lens of...
May 10th, 2012
When it comes to incontinence, the main difference between dogs and humans is one of access. You can make a quick run to the bathroom, but until your dog develops opposable...
May 10th, 2012
The reality is that unlike your children or anyone else you've helped raise and take care of your dog will probably not outlive you. Even more sobering, you may end up facing...
August 24th, 2011
By Vicki Brown, StubbyDog.org Our Staffordshire Terrier, Elliott, died at the age of 17 years old. I found him at work 15 years prior, and since no one claimed him, I put him in the car with a...
by Leslie Smith on July 6th, 2011
Attention California Bay Area Animal Lovers and Party Animals: Looking for something causey and cocktaily to do next Saturday night? Get tickets to Moolah for the Mutts,...
May 2nd, 2011
Maxs story is not unusual. Abandoned at age nine, his chances of finding a new family to love and care for him were grim. Despite mellow dispositions and having long since conquered housetraining,...
March 31st, 2011
Most dogs become seniors between the ages of seven and 12, with big dogs aging faster than smaller ones. Here are some of the signs your pooch is starting to feel her age: She's not as active as she...
March 31st, 2011
If you're reading this story you've probably got an older dog. And if you've got an older dog you should probably have pet insurance. If you don't have it, you're not alone. Only three percent of...
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