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Is Grooming Safe for Senior Cats?

Dec 11, 2020 | Cats

Contrary to what I said about dogs, I am quite a bit more worried about taking a senior cat into the groomer. Why? It has to do with senior cats and their ability to hide diseases…in this case, I am specifically talking about heart issues. Cats are notorious for...

What Causes Sudden Weight Gain in Cats and Dogs?

Dec 4, 2020 | Cats, Dogs

Well, there is good news and bad news. In most cases, weight gain is caused by simply overeating. With cats especially, since they are very small, even a tiny amount of weight gain can be very noticeable. We are learning more and more that obesity is a very serious...

What You Need to Know About Senior Vs Younger Pet Care

Jul 28, 2020 | Cats, Dogs

Elderly pets require extra special care.  This article is going to explain how their needs differ from a younger pet’s needs. Exercising Senior Pets Younger pets can handle more exercise than senior pets.  In fact, those youngsters probably need more physical activity...

How to Keep Your Senior Pet’s Muscles Healthy

Jul 22, 2020 | Cats, Dogs

Your pet’s body changes during old age.  These changes can include muscle loss. There are two different types of muscle loss: Cachexia – Caused by an underlying disease. Sarcopenia – Normal effects of aging. Read this article to learn how to care for your...

How to Spot and Treat Senior Pet Anxiety

May 18, 2020 | Dogs

Just like people, dogs can suffer from anxiety.  Some dogs don’t develop this pet health condition until later in life.  If you suspect your senior dog has anxiety, keep reading to learn more. Anxiety Symptoms Here are some general signs of anxiety: Panting Licking...