Oh, No! I Caught My Dog Eating Grass! What Should I Do?

You might think dogs are unique in that they’ll eat pretty much anything. The truth is, though, that wolves are opportunistic eaters, too! Wolves will eat meat, fruits, vegetables, and even grass. Have you seen dogs eating grass in the past, too? Have you...

Why Do Dogs Have a Dew Claw, and Should It Be Removed?

Can you wiggle your ears? Do you see a small, long muscle between your wrist and elbow when you connect your pinky and thumb? If so, then that’s what’s called a vestigial adaption. That means those muscles no longer serve any purpose. Your dog also has...

Would my senior dog make a good therapy dog?

I think this is a very good question. Senior dogs are usually much gentler in demeanor which can make them an ideal candidate for a therapy dog. However, it is best to make sure that you have addressed any underlying issues with your dog before working toward...

What is the best and worst exercise for my senior dog?

This can be a challenging question to answer because it often depends on any health or mobility issues that your senior pet is experiencing. We covered this on this Senior Pet podcast episode but I can definitely outline a few suggested guidelines. For purposes of...

When will vet clinics open back up?

While this isn’t specifically senior pet related, I thought that it would be worth discussing in a blog post. A lot of things have changed in the last year and vet medicine was not spared. Almost as quickly as lockdowns started, most vet clinics began to adopt a...