Senior Dog Care

An older brown dog with a greying muzzle sitting at the bottom of a carpeted staircase while a hand rests gently on its back
How to Help an Older Dog With Stairs
Practical ways to make stairs safer for an older dog: add grip and light, support them up and down, reduce how often they need to climb, and know when to... Read more...
An older labrador standing at the bottom of a staircase
Rear-Leg Weakness in Senior Dogs: What You Are Seeing and How to Help
Why older dogs lose strength in their back legs, the signs that mean a vet visit now, and how to make daily life easier. Read more...
Hands gently smoothing the coat of an older dog lying on a towel
Grooming an Older Dog: A Gentler Routine for Coat and Skin
How an older dog's coat and skin change, and a short, calm grooming routine that suits them. Read more...
Measuring an older golden retriever's waist with a soft tape measure
How to Measure Your Dog for a Lift Harness (and Lift Safely)
Three measurements, our exact size chart, and how to lift a large dog without hurting either of you. Read more...