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How I Keep My Senior Dog Healthy & Youthful 🐾
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items I have a 14-year-old, long-haired chihuahua rat terrier mix named Maízci and I want to make her aging journey as comfortable as possible!
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Oral Care
Healthy Pet Food Faves
Miscellaneous Pet Accessories That Make Life Easier
Oral Care
These are my top faves for Maízci’s dental hygiene. I like to alternate!
Small dogs are prone to tooth loss as they get older. So at 14, it is vital that Maízci’s dental care is maintained. That goes beyond just brushing. That’s why I include a dog food specified to oral wellness as a part of her dental care routine!
Adult Oral Care Dog Food
Small dogs are already prone to dental issues, and at 14 I take Maízci's oral health very seriously. These WHIMZEES Brushzees are a non-negotiable part of her daily routine — she gets one every day and she absolutely loves them. They're made with onl...
WHIMZEES Wellness Brushzees Dog Dental Treats, Dental Chews, Medium Size Stick, (12 Count) - TikTok Shop
Senior dogs need extra love when it comes to dental care and this is the one I trust for Maizci. It is flavor free and tasteless which is perfect for picky or sensitive older dogs who refuse anything with artificial chicken or mint. The secret ingred...
Premium Pet Toothpaste - Best Way To Clean Pet Teeth & Remove Plaque - TikTok Shop
Healthy Pet Food Faves
I’m very intentional with Maízci’s diet. These are the items that have served her well!
I level up Maízci’s food with some freshness since kibble is highly-processed. I love this specific frozen wet food because it’s for joint & skin health and since she’s a senior, this is perfect. The ingredients are ones I use in my own diet: qui...
JUSTFOODFORDOGS Joint & Skin Support Recipe Frozen ...
I use one tablespoon of this fresh food in the morning as a pre-breakfast snack to mix supplements in with and as an occasional topper on Maízci’s dry food. Besides the added freshness, the pouches are convenient to have on hand because they’re shelf...
Beef & Chicken - Dog Food
I am so intentional about what Maízci eats, and this book is a literal game changer. It breaks down science-backed nutrition for dogs so you can actually understand it. If you want to support your senior dog's health from the inside out, this is a no...
The Longevity Diet for Dogs: Dog Food Recipes
Maízci has always had sensitive skin, and as she's gotten older I've become even more intentional about supporting her from the inside out. This Scratch Buddy powder is a game changer — I just sprinkle half a scoop on her food and it helps with itchi...
[New Drop] Scratch Buddy Dog Allergy Itch Relief - Dog Food Topper Powder with Probiotics & Turkey Tail - Natural Antihistamines, Turmeric, Quercetin, Bacon Flavor - Boosts Immune Response, Heals Gut, Made in USA - Soothe Irritated Skin - TikTok Shop
As Maízci has gotten older, keeping her immune system strong has become one of my biggest priorities. This Vitapaws Lactoferrin Cream is literally a game changer — it combines clinical-grade Lactoferrin with herbal ingredients like Ginseng, Reishi Mu...
Cat and Dog Universal Lactoferrin Cream, Enriches Nutrition & Immunity 30ml
I love that these OURCARES chews do double duty — they help with flea and tick prevention while also supporting Maízci's gut health, coat, and skin with Probiotics, Fish Oil, Flaxseed, and Coconut Oil. At 14, I want every supplement she takes to be p...
OURCARES Bites Prevention Chews for Dogs Natural Chicken Flavor 120 Count Plant-Based with Probiotics Coconut Oil Flaxseed & Fish Oil for All Breeds - TikTok Shop
Omega-3s are literally one of the most important things you can add to a senior dog's routine, and this HAPWAG Anchovy Fish Oil makes it so easy. It's a liquid syrup you just drizzle over their food — no pills, no fuss. It's packed with EPA and DHA w...
Petco
Okay this one is literally a non-negotiable in Maízci's routine. These HAPWAG 8-in-1 chews are like a whole wellness routine in one little treat — probiotics, gut support, krill oil, apple cider vinegar, papaya enzyme... the list goes on. She thinks ...
HAPWAG 8-in-1 Multivitamin Soft Chews for Dogs – Probiotics, Gut & Immune Support – Pork Flavor – 90 Treats - TikTok Shop
These Zesty Paws All-in-One Training Bites are one of my favorite ways to sneak extra nutrition into Maízci's day without her even knowing it. They're packed with EpiCor Pets and Omega-3 & 6 Fatty Acids — EPA and DHA — which support brain health,...
Zesty Paws All-in-One Training Bites for Puppies & Adult Dogs Soft Chew Immune Support Dog Treats with Omega 3 6 Fatty Acids for Skin Coat Supplements - TikTok Shop
This is one of my absolute favorites in Maízci's routine and I am so intentional about it. The FINN Bone Broth Plus is a powdered meal topper with only 6 clean ingredients — Beef Bone Broth, Turmeric, Blueberry, Apple, and Sweet Potato — and it's pac...
FINN Bone Broth Plus Superfood Meal Topper for Dogs – Joint & Mobility Support Packed with Collagen & Amino Acids – Only 6 Ingredients | Powdered Meal Topper Supplement for Dogs - TikTok Shop
Small dog breeds are notorious for bad breath and dental issues, and at 14 Maízci is no exception. This Breath Buddy Dental Powder is literally a game changer — I just sprinkle it on her food like any other topper and it fights tartar, freshens her b...
Breath Buddy Dog Dental Powder - Food Topper for Fresh Breath & Clean Teeth - Gentle Formula for Sensitive Stomachs - Bacon Flavor Tartar Plaque Remover - Natural Oral Care for Dogs and Cats - TikTok Shop
Sometimes the best supplement is just real food, and this is proof. I add a spoonful of this 100% pure pumpkin purée to Maízci's food a few times a week and it does wonders for her digestion. No fillers, no preservatives, no weird ingredients — just ...
Amazon Grocery, Pumpkin, 15 Oz
Miscellaneous Pet Accessories That Make Life Easier
These are items I own that seem like more of a want than a need on a surface level, but actually have a purpose in my life and help me out a lot lol
My dog doesn’t like car seats because she likes to move around a lot. So I swapped out for these liners because they give her the freedom to walk around, while maintaining safety for all of us during drives. It’s easy to set up and just takes a simpl...
Hard Bottom Backseat Extenders for Dogs with Door Protection - TikTok Shop
Grooming Maízci is literally an act of love, and this We Love Doodles Slicker Brush makes it so much easier. The pins are 1 inch long and angled so they actually get through her coat without scratching her skin — which is huge for a senior dog with m...
We Love Doodles Large Slicker Brush & Dematting Comb