Posts in Category: Senior Pet Care

As our furry companions age, they require extra attention and care to ensure their comfort and well-being. At Marketplace Veterinary Hospital, we’re here to help you make the necessary adjustments to create a safe and nurturing environment for your senior pets. 

This guide will provide practical tips for adapting your home to meet the needs of your senior dogs and cats.

Our golden girls, and boys, deserve compassionate care that addresses their changing needs as they age and Marketplace Veterinary Hospital is here to help. From senior pet wellness exams to adaptations you can make at home, our team has compiled a primer to help pet families provide aging pet support.

The powerful combination of responsible pet ownership and modern veterinary medicine not only influences day-to-day wellness, but impacts a pet’s longevity as well. Pets are living longer than ever before, and they need a supportive environment that promotes safety, comfort, and engagement as they age. Providing a place for the changing needs of senior pets isn’t just about removing or blocking unsafe items. Certain home modifications can improve mobility and add to a senior pet’s happiness.

If your dog is taking his walks a bit slower these days or having a hard time navigating the stairs, he could be experiencing arthritis in his hips, legs, or back. Senior dogs and those who are overweight are particularly prone to developing arthritic joints, as are some larger breeds, such as labrador retrievers, golden retrievers, and German shepherds.