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How to bathe an older dog

How to bathe an older dog

6th October, 2021

As your dog gets older, they will need more loving care. You might need to change a few things to accommodate their reduced mobility, including their bathing routine....

Old grumpy cat

10 ways your cat will change in old age

6th October, 2021

As your beloved feline friend enters their sunset years, you’ll soon start to notice changes in their health, appearance, and behaviour. While many of these are a normal part of ageing, your cat may need some extra help and understanding....

Why does my old dog have bad breath?

Why does my old dog have bad breath?

30th September, 2021

We all love getting up close and personal with our old dogs. But sometimes even the most loving of pet parents can be put off when their pooch has smelly breath....

Old dog sleeping

Pet dementia: majority of cases undiagnosed

30th September, 2021

Vets are calling for more awareness of pet dementia, with an estimated 85% of cases currently going undiagnosed....

Overweight Bulldog

Pets have piled on the pounds in lockdown

16th September, 2021

A couch-potato lifestyle and extra treats during lockdown have had an impact on our pets’ health, PDSA has warned. A survey by the veterinary charity reveals that 1.4 million pets across the UK have gained weight since March 2020....

A man massaging his older dog in a living room

How to massage an older dog

15th September, 2021

Massaging your older dog might not be something you’ve thought about before, but many owners are finding that it’s something their senior dog now appreciates....

Dog playing with ball

Best gadgets and accessories for your older dogs

9th September, 2021

As a dog enters their senior years life can present many more challenges for them. For example, they may no longer be able to climb up onto a favourite chair, their joints might start to ache and they may become more anxious when you’re not there....

Sleeping Cat

Does your cat act its age?

2nd September, 2021

“Age is just a number,” said Joan Collins. And when it comes to cats, many owners believe their furry friends defy the years and act younger than they really are....

Dog chewing treat

Study reveals dog breeds most at risk of dental disease

31st August, 2021

Certain breeds of dog are particularly prone to dental disease, according to new research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC)....