11/17/2025
We’ve talked about caring for senior pets and the special lab screenings we recommend—now let’s look at simple at-home ways you can make life easier and more comfortable for your grey-muzzled friends. 💛
🏡 Easy Home Adjustments for Senior Dogs & Cats
✨ 1. Add Non-Slip Rugs & Mats
Hard floors can be tough on older joints. Placing rugs or yoga mats in high-traffic areas helps prevent slips and gives seniors better traction.
✨ 2. Make Food & Water Easier to Reach
Consider raised bowls for dogs or wide, low-sided dishes for arthritic cats. Keep everything in an easy-to-access area to reduce strain.
✨ 3. Provide Soft, Supportive Bedding
Orthopedic beds or soft blankets can ease pressure on aging joints. Make sure beds are placed in warm, quiet spots away from drafts.
✨ 4. Use Pet Stairs or Ramps
Whether it’s the couch, the bed, or the car, reducing the need to jump protects joints and prevents injuries.
✨ 5. Keep Litter Boxes Accessible (for Cats)
Choose low-entry litter boxes and place them on the same floor your cat spends the most time on. No stairs required!
✨ 6. Improve Lighting
Senior pets may struggle with vision changes. Night lights in hallways or near water bowls can help them navigate safely.
✨ 7. Maintain a Predictable Routine
Older pets thrive on consistency. Regular mealtimes, potty breaks, and gentle exercise help reduce anxiety and keep them feeling secure.
✨ 8. Encourage Safe, Gentle Activity
Short walks, snuffle mats, treat puzzles, and low-impact play help keep senior minds sharp and bodies moving.
✨ 9. Keep Them Cozy
Senior pets often feel colder. Provide sweaters for short-coated dogs and warm bedding spots for both dogs and cats.
✨ 10. Monitor for Small Changes
Slower movement, drinking more, appetite changes, or new lumps can be early signs your pet needs a check-in—when in doubt, give us a call!
💙 Our older pets give us a lifetime of love—these small changes can make a big difference in their comfort and happiness.
If you have questions about your senior dog or cat, we’re always here to help!