When an old dog begins peeing in bed, soaking their blankets or leaving wet spots where they sleep, it’s distressing for both the dog and the owner. Senior dogs rarely lose bladder control on purpose — this kind of nighttime or resting incontinence almost always has a medical cause. We outline the common causes of […]
When an old dog suddenly starts peeing all the time, needing to go urgently, or having more accidents than usual, it’s a sign that something important is changing in their body. Frequent urination in senior dogs is rarely a simple behavior issue — it is almost always medical. We outline the common reasons why an […]
When an old dog suddenly begins pooping uncontrollably, leaving stool while walking, sleeping, or standing, it can be distressing for both the dog and the family. Senior dogs rarely lose bowel control without a meaningful underlying cause. We outline the common reasons why an old dog may poop uncontrollably, what you can do at home, […]
Seeing blood in your old dog’s stool is alarming, whether the stool is streaked with red, dark and tar-like, or mixed with mucus. Blood in a senior dog’s poop is never normal — and it often signals irritation or a more serious illness. We outline the common causes of an old dog pooping blood, what […]
When an old dog’s teeth begin rotting, breaking, loosening, or falling out, it’s alarming and heartbreaking. Rotten teeth in senior dogs are painful, unhealthy, and almost always the result of long-term dental disease or underlying illness. We outline the common causes of rotting teeth in old dogs, what you can do at home, and when […]
When an old dog’s teeth begin falling out, whether one tooth at a time or several in a short period, it can be alarming. Tooth loss in senior dogs is common, but it almost always reflects an underlying dental or health issue that needs attention. We outline the common reasons why an old dog’s teeth […]
When an old dog’s tongue suddenly hangs out more than usual — sticking out while resting, during sleep, or even constantly — it can look cute, but it often signals physical changes that come with aging. We outline the common reasons why an old dog may have its tongue hanging out, what you can do, […]
When an old dog begins tilting their head to one side, even slightly, it can be alarming. While head tilting can sometimes be harmless curiosity in young dogs, in senior dogs it is almost always a sign of an underlying medical or neurological issue that needs attention. We outline the common reasons why an old […]
When an old dog keeps their tail tucked between their legs, moves cautiously, or repeatedly holds their tail low, it’s a clear sign that something is wrong. A tucked tail is never just a random behavior — in senior dogs, it often reflects discomfort or medical changes that affect how they feel physically or emotionally. […]
When an old dog starts to smell bad, even after baths or regular grooming, it can be surprising and concerning. Strong or unusual odors in senior dogs almost always reflect changes in skin health, dental condition, digestion, or internal health. We outline the common reasons why an old dog may smell bad, what you can […]