Helping You Care for Your Senior Dog
Nothing makes me happier than hearing an old dog is going to a new home, so congratulations!! How great must you feel, knowing you are giving a homeless animal a kind and loving home in the last months or years of life. In the first few days it’s best to keep things as calm in … Read more
Figuring out what supplies you need for a new senior pup is daunting. Just walking through a pet supply store or looking online can be overwhelming. From water and food bowls to sweaters and beds, we’ll talk about it all right here! Four Important Things to Mention Items are not listed in order of importance … Read more
Since starting my Facebook group Senior Dog Care Club, I’ve had the pleasure, and honour, to meet an amazing group of parents taking incredible care of their senior dogs. At the same time, I’ve read lots of accounts of those who are caring for very sick dogs and these members are stressed, anxious, sad, confused, … Read more
My name is Red, or Rosie as my wonderful mom likes to call me, and I am a dog with dementia. Oh no, I haven’t even started my story yet and there she is with the waterworks already! This morning my mom, Hindy, decided to write a follow up post about what it’s like living … Read more
Before we welcome a new dog into our life, we’re confident we have the necessary funds to provide him or her with the best care we can…at least we should be! Circumstances change, unexpected health issues arise, injuries happen and we find ourselves worrying about how we’re going to pay for much needed treatment. There … Read more
Taking care of animals is expensive, taking care of a senior dog with health issues is extremely expensive. From making your own dog toys and pet proofing your home, to feeding a balanced diet and exercising your dog, these are just a few ways to keep down the cost of caring for your senior pup. … Read more
I don’t know about you, but my vet bills are astronomical! From buying medication online and keeping an eye out for special offers, to feeding a nutritionally balanced diet and maintaining a healthy weight, these are just a few ways to save money on your vet bills. I rescue old dogs with issues. What can … Read more
Of course we take amazing care of our senior dogs, that goes without saying. They snuggle with us when we’re feeling down, jump for joy when we walk through the door (or just wag their tail if they can’t jump!) and are the best companions ever. Sounds like they deserve a little extra pampering!! From … Read more
We’ve given our dogs the best life possible, and when we know time is getting short we often start to think about putting together a bucket list. It’s a way for us to squeeze every last drop of joy from our relationship, and leave us with happy memories to last a lifetime. Visiting favorite places … Read more
A crate is so much more than just a housetraining tool. It’s a cozy home for your dog to escape to when things get too hectic, it will keep him safe in the car, and it’s a quiet retreat while he recovers from an accident or surgery. In order for you to buy the perfect … Read more