Health and Well-being

Understanding the Diet of Older Dogs by Jenny Spiers

This article has been republished for exclusive use by The Grey Muzzle Organization with the permission of original author, Jenny Spiers. Caring for older dogs requires special attention to any of their existing healthcare conditions, but most especially on their nutrition. Senior dogs require a slightly different kind of nutrition for the simple fact that...

On a Mission: Helping Dog Owners be Proactive in their pet’s care, an interview with Dr. Julie Buzby

Dr. Julie Buzby knew she wanted to be a veterinarian from age three. She knew it was her calling. Fast forward to her senior year in veterinary school when she was in the clinic seeing cases and it hit her - being a veterinarian is just as much about caring for and helping people as...

How to Safely Bathe Your Senior Dog

This article originally appeared on Neutricks and has been republished with their permission. Bathing a dog is quite an adventure for the both of you, but bathing a senior dog, who may have certain health issues, can be a challenge. Added care and planning must be taken into consideration to ensure that bath time is...

How to Modify Your Home for an Elderly Pet

This article originally appeared on Redfin and has been republished with their permission. How to Modify Your Home for an Elderly Pet Our dogs and cats are not just pets, but family members. As they age, of course, they need more support from us. Just as people benefit from simple home modifications that offset aging...