Dr Joanna De Klerk, Veterinarian, Author at Senior Tail Waggers

Old Dog Losing Weight: Top 8 Reasons & What to Do

Weight loss in older dogs can be slow and subtle, or it can be sudden and noticeable. Either way, if you have a dog who is losing weight it’s important to figure out why it’s […]

All About Seizures In Older Dogs

Seizures in older dogs can be caused by all sorts of health conditions, however sometimes what looks like a seizure is something completely different. If your senior dog has a seizure, or dramatic symptoms which […]

Putting Your Dog To Sleep: a Heart-Wrenching Kindness

Putting your dog to sleep is one of the hardest decisions of life. The realization that the joyous days with your furry friend might be coming to a conclusion is enormously painful. But as much […]

dog standing in front of a bowl of food and not eating

Older Dog Not Eating?

Is your older dog not eating as much as he used to? If so, it’s natural to worry – but not always necessary. There are lots of reasons why Fido’s appetite isn’t up to par. […]

Old Dog Losing Weight: Top 8 Reasons & What to Do

Weight loss in older dogs can be slow and subtle, or it can be sudden and noticeable. Either way, if you have a dog who is losing weight it’s important to figure out why it’s […]

Top 8 Reasons Your Old Dog Is Peeing Inside the House & What to Do

When a previously house-trained older dog is peeing in the house, and it’s not just a one-off ‘accident’, it’s easy to get frustrated… and normal to worry. You are not the first owner to wonder […]

Older Dog Heart Murmurs & Heart Issues: An Owner’s Guide

Older dog heart murmurs, diseases and problems are fairly common, and your senior dog may develop some type of heart disease… eventually. This is because the heart is a very complex organ. As your dog’s […]