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Helpful, Practical Resources for Senior Dogs
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items Caring for an older dog brings a few new routines—and the right tools can make those years more comfortable for both of you. This collection gathers practical items that help with mobility, grooming, hygiene, and everyday comfort for senior pups. You...
With ageing dogs and hardwood floors, slips and falls can be a rough combination. These gripper slippers for dogs are designed for senior dogs: easy on, easy off and comfy! Can help reduce slips and stumbles in your home. Affiliate link
Grippy socks for dogs
We've had several senior dogs with hip dysplasia or weakness, which can make moving up and down on stairs difficult and unsafe. A sling or other lifting device can help you help your dog safely navigate those challenges. Affiliate link
Support Sling
These puppy wipes are so convenient to have on hand! Goopy eyes? Check! Potty accident? Check? Rolled in something icky? Check! Sure, you can keep a stash of rags on hand (And trust me - we do!) but sometimes a quick swipe and toss is more convenient...
Doggy wipes
Senior dogs may wander outside thier usually zones and have troubke findingthe way home - The attached collar has your pet's name, the AKC Reunite name with phone number AND the unique pet ID number.
AKC Reunite
Just get your pets 'chipped! Our local humane society offers reduced cost microchipping - check with your local shelter or your vet if your animal is not already chipped
Microchipping FAQ - American Veterinary Medical Association
Nice quality towels and enough to use a new one each time. Especially nice in Indiana springs. Well, fall too. Lets face it… winter as well.
Dog Towels for Drying 20 x 40 Inch Pet Bath Towels
We had a very anxious and reactive foster fail. We used this in our living room and the bedroom she slept in. I don't know if it helped but it sure didn't make her worse. affiliate link
ThunderEase
Again, for our reactive dog - our vet recommended we try it. We all fell it did help her, not a lot but some. If you have a reactive dog, you know you'll take any port in the storm to ease their minds. It's time to work but we used until she passed. affiliate link
Calming Care powder
Our dogs love this! We've had several that were fast eaters, and slow feeders just didn't work - especially when they pick the tray up and dump it out! This is much to big to fit in their mouths and they have to knock it around to bump the kibble ou...
https://www.chewy.com/kong-wobbler-dog-toy/dp/4419...
Keep your dog visible while camping, hiking, and foraging with a bright vest. One that slips over the head and has a belly bang will be easy to get on and off. Affiliate link
Reflective Dog Vest
Your pups will appreciate a bed of their own, especially older dogs who may not enjoy a cool damp patch of grass. This version has it's own stuff sack, making it very packable! Affiliate link
Camp bed or blanket
Excellent option for poodles. Use a tiny (smaller than a pea) drop, rub between your hands, and work into the fur. It's easy to over apply, so start small. You don't want it fur to feel slippery or slick. For small mats, work a tiny bit into the ta...
Leave-In Conditioner
Accidents happen. It's okay. Clean it up, use some stain and odor remover to freshen up and go on about your day. Your senior dog is still the goodest girl or boy ever! We've also used it in laundry if if the dog bed or blankets need deep refresh...
Dog Stain & Odor Remover
I don't know about you, but the older my dogs get, the messier they are! A pad under the water and/or food bowl can keep the sloppy water messes to a minimum. Affiliate link
Waterproof dinner mat
This style is for the senior male dogs but they are available for females, too. If your aging pup has leaks or accidents, they can be a huge help. I have a male dog with a male dog with urethral sphincter mechanism incompetence (Vet speak for he som...
Washable Belly Bands
Just like puppies need special toys, some senior dogs need softer toys. As they age, teeth and jaw changes mean the super tough toys from their younger days may become uncomfortable.
Our senior standard poodle loves his purple kong toy. Affiliate ...
KONG Senior Dog Toy
Brush their teeth! Having general anesthesia for a veterinary dental cleaning or tooth extraction can be a huge physical stress on your aging dogs system. Not no mention the discomfort following it. Just brush their teeth, ok? Affiliate link
Senior Dog Dental Kit