Signs of pain in older pets are usually subtle, such as changes in activity or disabilities. Animals don’t vocalize and cry until pain is severe. Instead, they adjust their behavior to allow them to continue to do their favorite things ... Read More ..read more

A touch of gray on the chin or around the muzzle; once-clear eyes becoming a little cloudy. A slight stiffness in what used to be a frisky gait. Any of these can be telltale signs that your furry friend is ... Read More ..read more

November is National Adopt a Senior Pet Month–a month dedicated to helping older pets find loving forever homes. Shelters and rescues across the country hope those looking to adopt a new furry friend will consider adding a senior pet to the ... Read More ..read more

What is Cognitive Dysfunction? Cognitive functions include the mental processes of perception, awareness, learning, and memory, which allow an individual to acquire information about the environment and decide how to act. Cognitive dysfunction syndrome (CDS) is a neurobehavioral disorder affecting ... Read More ..read more

November is Senior Pet Month.  It’s a great time to celebrate the joy that comes with a long-term relationship with our beloved pets.  It’s also a good time to consider whether there is room in our heart to start a ... Read More ..read more

Arthritis is a progressive inflammatory and degenerative disease of the joints.  It can occur in any joint, including the spine and jaw.  Signs of arthritis include painful or stiff joint movement, joint swelling and a grating sensation during joint movement.  ... Read More ..read more

Arthritis is a common ailment affecting our pets today, especially middle-aged to senior dogs and cats.  It causes pets to get stiff at rest and have difficulty running, walking and jumping.  Don’t rely on crying to determine if your pet ... Read More ..read more