Why does my dog stare at the wall? 5 Normal Vs. Warning signs
Just like us, dogs also get lost in their own world and stare at a blank wall or space. If you are wondering why does my dog stare at the wall, then most of the time it’s normal. Dogs have a higher ability to smell and hear things than humans. Your…
Arthritis in senior dogs: Silent signs and Real Prevention
Arthritis is common in senior dogs. As our dogs get older, they become naturally weaker and less active. It’s easy to assume that they are slowing down because of their age but the reality is different. In most cases, they are in pain. My pet…
Cognitive Decline vs Normal Aging: Critical Differences
I used to handle marketing for a pet store. One thing came up again and again in conversations with pet parents that’s the confusion between normal aging and cognitive decline in dogs. Your dog is slower these days. They sleep more, hesitate at the…
Dog Dementia: 7 Warning Signs & 4 Critical Stages
Dog dementia, also known as canine dementia, canine cognitive dysfunction (CCD), or canine cognitive disorder, is a real and surprisingly common condition in aging dogs. It doesn’t usually start with pain. It starts with small changes. It’s…
6 Warning Signs of Canine Sundown Syndrome in Dogs
Does your senior dog seem calm all day, then suddenly becomes restless, anxious, or confused in the evening? That pattern is very common in senior dogs, and it is called canine sundown syndrome. In our last post, we covered what this condition is and why…
Sundowners Syndrome in Dog: 5 Things Every Owner Should Know
Does your senior dog act completely normal all day, then turn anxious, restless, or confused once it gets dark? You’re not imagining it. This pattern has the name sundowners syndrome in dogs. It’s more common than most pet owners realize, and…