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Senior Dog Care

Everything to know about caring for your senior dog.

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Feeding Your Senior Dog

8 Best Foods for Senior Dogs in 2024, Recommended by Vets
by
PetMD Vet Advisory Panel
Does My Dog Need Senior Dog Food?
by
Christina Fernandez, DVM, DACVECC
How To Choose the Best Dog Food
by
Jennifer Coates, DVM
Senior dog
What To Know About Adopting a Senior Pet

While often overlooked at shelters, senior pets make excellent companions. Here's what to know if you're considering adopting a senior dog.

Michael Kearley, DVM
By Michael Kearley, DVM

Keeping Your Senior Dog Comfortable

9 Best Probiotics for Dogs in 2024, Recommended By Vets
by
PetMD Vet Advisory Panel
How to Care For Your Senior Dog
by
Brittany Kleszynski, DVM
The 10 Best Orthopedic Dog Beds of 2024
by
PetMD Vet Advisory Panel
Dog Arthritis Treatment: How To Help a Dog With Arthritis
by
Tiffany Tupler, DVM, CBCC-KA

All Senior Dog Care Articles

The 6 Best Ear Cleaners for Dogs in 2024
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PetMD Vet Advisory Panel
What Are Dog Supplements and How Do They Work?
by
Laura Russell, DVM, MBA, DABVP
The 8 Best Flea and Tick Medications for Dogs in 2024, Recommended by Vets
by
PetMD Vet Advisory Panel
10 Best Joint Supplements for Dogs
by
Barri J. Morrison, DVM
8 Tips for Feeding Your Senior Dog
by
PetMD Editorial
8 Best Supplements for Senior Dogs
by
PetMD Vet Advisory Panel
The 5 Best Recovery Collars and Cones for Dogs
by
PetMD Vet Advisory Panel
How to Teach Your Dog to Swim
by
Georgina Ushi, DVM
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