Watching your dog grow older can bring mixed emotions. They may move more slowly, sleep for longer and need help with things they once managed easily. However, getting older does not mean that your dog has stopped enjoying walks, sniffing, food, play or time with you. They may simply need you to notice what has…
Senior dogs still need adequate daily exercise to keep them healthy and happy. However, an activity that might suit a young pup won’t be appropriate for an older canine. The best form of exercise for a senior dog is, of course, walking. Your pet might not be able to walk quite as far as previously,…
Updated August 2026 Older dogs change. They may walk a little more slowly, sleep for longer or prefer a gentle sniff around the local park to the energetic walks they enjoyed when they were younger. But getting older does not make every change normal. Weight loss, increased thirst, reduced appetite, difficulty exercising and new lumps…
