Canine Respiratory Illness: What We Know Heather Fri, 03/15/2024 - 18:13 In January 2024, Grey Muzzle invited Dr. Geri Lake-Bakaar to discuss the uptick in cases of atypical canine respiratory disease reported in many states. Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex (CIRDC), also known as “kennel cough,” is a highly contagious illness that affects a dog’s respiratory tract. Over the past few months, reports of increased frequency and severity of CIRDC cases have caused alarm among pet parents. In this webinar, Dr. Lake-Bakaar helped explain what we know about it so far and what we c ..read more

Anesthesia and Senior Dogs Heather Fri, 03/15/2024 - 17:38 As our furry family members age, they often develop health conditions that require ongoing management. Chronic health conditions like kidney and heart disease, among others, are more common in older animals and can complicate the use of anesthesia. That’s why working with your dog’s veterinary team is important, ensuring they understand your dog’s condition and any medications or supplements they are taking. Dr. Nicole Trenholme recently hosted a webinar for Grey Muzzle on anesthesia and ways the veterinary anesthesia team can ad ..read more

Improving Your Dog's Mobility Amanda Thu, 02/08/2024 - 21:57 As dogs age, so do their muscles and joints. In this webinar, Julia Robertson discusses Galen Myotherapy, a canine massage and exercise rehabilitation therapy, and how it helps with chronic conditions and pain management. The Ins & Outs of Galen Myotherapy Myotherapy focuses specifically on soft tissue, like muscles and the myofascial system. Fascia is connective tissue surrounding and holding every organ, bone, and muscle in place. Some call the myofascial system the “soft skeleton” of the body. But beyond providing intern ..read more

Supporting Senior Dogs: Simple Changes to Make Their Life and Yours Safer and Easier Amanda Thu, 05/11/2023 - 21:04 “We don’t stop playing because we grow old; we grow old because we stop playing.”     Dr. Dawn Gleason appropriately kicked off this webinar with the above quote from George Bernard Shaw, and although Shaw probably wasn’t referring to dogs, Dr. Gleason showed that his words absolutely apply to our canine family members. A veterinarian and certified veterinary acupuncturist, food therapist, and rehabilitation specialist, Dr. Gleason provides many insight ..read more

Getting to Know Your Senior Dog from Head-to-Tail laura@greymuzzle.org Wed, 02/01/2023 - 09:27 Our dogs can't tell us when something is wrong. By getting to know your furry best friend from head-to-tail, you can more readily detect a problem early and intervene. In this webinar, Denise Fleck, The Pet Safety Crusader and Grey Muzzle's Board President, provides step-by-step instructions to perform an at-home examination of your dog. Checking Your Senior Dog’s Vital Signs Knowing what’s normal for your dog is critical to identifying problems that may require a trip to the veterinarian. Lear ..read more

Old Dog, New Tricks! Brain Games through Enrichment and Training laura@greymuzzle.org Fri, 01/13/2023 - 17:55 Dogs of all ages need mental stimulation to feel their best, and senior dogs are no exception. Age-appropriate activities such as puzzle toys, scent games, and teaching gentle tricks can keep your grey-muzzled friend happy, healthy, and thriving in their golden years. In this webinar, Sydney Queen, Certified Professional Dog Trainer, discusses enrichment and training modifications and alternatives for senior dogs. Why do Brain Games? There are many benefits to doing brain games w ..read more

Food Safety for Senior Dogs and Choking Tips laura@greymuzzle.org Tue, 11/22/2022 - 19:06 Senior dogs are part of the family and some of the beings we are most grateful to have in our lives. As we move through fall and into Thanksgiving, unique foods and spices may be added to our diets. Denise Fleck, The Pet Safety Crusader, shares which of these autumn favorites are safe for the whole family (including Fido) and which are potentially hazardous, meaning you could end up at the emergency vet if ingested. In this webinar, you’ll learn about the nutritional value of various foods ..read more

Shamrock’s Story: What my dog taught me about the signs of Canine Cognitive Dysfunction laura@greymuzzle.org Mon, 10/10/2022 - 16:37 Editor’s Note:  This is a guest post on the Grey Matters Blog and not written by anyone affiliated with Grey Muzzle. We allow guest contributors from time to time in order to provide our supporters with a wide range of topics pertaining to senior dogs. Can your dog get dementia? When I asked groups of pet parents, the majority answered, “definitely not!” They adamantly suggested this disease is a human complication of old age. Even after having had nin ..read more

Pampered Pets USA Bakes Up Wholesome Good for Senior Dogs laura@greymuzzle.org Mon, 06/06/2022 - 17:24 Editor's Note: This is a guest post on the Grey Matters Blog and not written by anyone affiliated with Grey Muzzle. We allow guest contributors from time to time in order to provide our supporters with a wide range of topics pertaining to senior dogs. Who wants a treat? Not me – said no one ever. Grey Muzzle's answer was a resounding WE DO when presented the opportunity to bake up good for at-risk senior dogs with Pampered Pets USA, a renowned leader in the pet treat industry. Supporter ..read more

Supporting Senior Dogs: Simple Changes to Make Their Life and Yours Safer and Easier Amanda Thu, 05/11/2023 - 21:04 “We don’t stop playing because we grow old; we grow old because we stop playing.”     Dr. Dawn Gleason appropriately kicked off this webinar with the above quote from George Bernard Shaw, and although Shaw probably wasn’t referring to dogs, Dr. Gleason showed that his words absolutely apply to our canine family members. A veterinarian and certified veterinary acupuncturist, food therapist, and rehabilitation specialist, Dr. Gleason provides many insights in ..read more