Senior Dog Care Guide

Senior dogs deserve extra attention, comfort, and tailored nutrition. Large breeds are typically senior at 7+, small breeds at 10+. Twice-yearly vet visits, joint support, and gentle enrichment make their golden years genuinely golden.

Quick Care Facts

  • Diet: Senior or high-quality adult formula — lower calories, higher-quality protein, joint supplements
  • Vet: Twice-yearly checkups — seniors develop issues faster than younger dogs
  • Joint support: Glucosamine, chondroitin, and omega-3s from middle age onward
  • Exercise: Shorter, gentler walks — quality over quantity; swimming is excellent
  • Comfort: Orthopedic bed, ramps for furniture/car, warmth in winter

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