When a dog is coughing up mucus, it’s usually a sign that the airways are irritated or inflamed — and the body is trying to clear whatever is causing that irritation. Coughing up mucus isn’t normal and often means there’s an underlying respiratory, throat, or lung issue developing. We outline the common causes of a […]
If your dog is coughing up blood clots, it is an alarming and urgent sign that something serious is affecting their lungs, throat, or internal organs. Even small clots indicate that bleeding inside the respiratory tract has progressed beyond mild irritation. We outline the common causes of a dog coughing up blood clots, what you […]
If your dog is coughing up phlegm with blood, it can be frightening to see and usually signals that something serious is affecting the lungs, throat, or respiratory system. Even small amounts of blood mixed with mucus deserve immediate attention. We outline the common causes of a dog coughing up phlegm with blood, what you […]
When an old dog begins circling, pacing, or wandering restlessly, it’s confusing and often frightening. We outline the common causes of circling and pacing in old dogs, what you can do at home, and when to seek veterinary help. Old Dog Circling and Pacing — Why It Happens Old dogs circle and pace due to […]
A distended belly in an old dog is always concerning, especially when it appears suddenly or becomes firm, tight, or uncomfortable. Senior dogs develop abdominal swelling for many medical reasons — some mild, some serious, and some life-threatening. We outline the common causes of abdominal distention in old dogs, what you can do, and when […]
When an old dog doesn’t want to walk or suddenly refuses to go outside, it’s often a sign of discomfort, or a medical issue affecting mobility or confidence. Senior dogs rarely stop walking without a reason. We outline the common reasons why an old dog may refuse to walk, what you can do at home, […]
When an old dog begins having trouble walking, moving slowly, stumbling, or refusing to take steps, it’s a sign that something is affecting their strength, balance, comfort, or neurological function. Mobility decline in senior dogs is extremely common, but it is never random — there is always an underlying reason. We outline the reasons why […]
When an old dog suddenly begins peeing while walking, leaving dribbles or streams of urine without stopping, it can be confusing and worrying. This behavior is rarely intentional — it usually reflects an underlying medical or neurological problem affecting bladder control. We outline the common reasons why an old dog may pee while walking, what […]
When an old dog suddenly refuses to eat from their bowl but eats willingly when hand fed, it can be confusing and concerning. This behavior shift is not simply stubbornness — it often reflects physical discomfort or an underlying health problem. We outline the common reasons why an old dog may only eat when hand […]
When an old dog begins peeing in their sleep, it can be upsetting and confusing. Senior dogs often lose bladder control for medical or neurological reasons, and nighttime accidents are rarely intentional or behavioral. We outline the common causes of an old dog peeing in their sleep, what you can do at home, and when […]