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Helping Old Dogs & The People Who Love
At Christmas-time some pet owners indulge their dogs with people-treats while other people get very busy and aren’t able to pay as much attention to the dogs as the usually do. Either way, there are dangers for dogs at Christmas that you must be aware of to avoid an emergency trip to the vet. If [...]
With Christmas just around the corner you’re likely shopping for gifts for your dog. Not all gifts are appropriate for old dogs. Here are five gifts for dogs that we picked specifically with older dogs in mind. (OK – the first one has nothing to do with your dog’s age, but they’re just so cute [...]
I have to admit I’ve never been one to buy Halloween costumes for dogs, but then I don’t buy them for myself either. But I know I’m in the minority because Halloween is the second most commercially successful holiday; with Christmas being the first. And according to the National Retail Association, 14.7% of pet owners [...]
I came to know Hattie and Jennifer when I was assigned to write about them for Dogington Post and I became enamored of both Jennifer and Hattie. They were fighting for legislative rights for all service dogs — and succeeded. Now they need our help. There are about 10,000 people who visit Old Dog Care Guide each month. [...]
Jim Poyser, editor of Indiana Living Green recently shared his personal story about putting his old dog, Maple, to sleep. I was so touched with his story I asked him if I could re-publish the story here. Thankfully, Jim gave me permission. Here is Jim’s touching story about saying goodbye to his beloved old dog, [...]
Please join PA Gov. Tom Corbett & Susquehanna Service Dogs For a Ceremonial Signing of H.B. 165 At this event, Governor Tom Corbett will be publicly signing H.B. 165, also known as “The Service Dog Bill.” The bill allows for dog owners to be charged with a third-degree misdemeanor if their dog attacks a service [...]
Adopting an old dog is usually not considered by most would-be dog owners. Society has somehow instilled in us that only puppies and young dogs are considered “adoptable.” Any dog older than a year MAX, and you’re setting yourself up for disappointment. But while puppies and younger dogs are adorable, the same can also be [...]
It’s natural for dog-moms & dads to think their older dogs should go to doggy day care to mingle with other dogs. While the intention is understandable, socializing older dogs with other dogs isn’t necessarily a great idea. Here’s an article from the Seattle Times in which Kathy Sdao, an animal trainer, shares her thoughts [...]
Large-breed dogs have higher chances of being riddled with disease when they get older. One of these diseases is canine Wobbler syndrome. Although common in many large-breed dogs, the disease is more commonly seen in Doberman Pinschers as they get older. But what exactly is wobbler syndrome, and what can you do to prevent [...]
It’s never easy when a dog dies. It’s tough to go by every day without seeing your faithful canine chum wagging his tail or hopping on your lap to lick you in the face. For most dog owners, it takes a long time for the scar to heal. Dealing with death is tough, and a [...]
