Senior Dog Articles

As dogs get older, their nutritional needs, health and activity levels change. Choosing the right senior dog food and knowing how to care for your dog as he ages can help keep him active and healthy through the rest of his life. Learn more about caring for your senior dog from our experts in the articles below.

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7 Ways to Keep Senior Dogs Active & Healthy

It's important to keep your senior dog active and healthy with exercise, nutrition and mental stimulation. Learn how you can help your older dog live a long, healthy life.

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7 Ways to Keep Senior Dogs Active & Healthy
7 Ways to Keep Senior Dogs Active & Healthy
It's important to keep your senior dog active and healthy with exercise, nutrition and mental stimulation. Learn how you can help your older dog live a long, healthy life.
Does Your Dog Have Age-Related Cognitive Decline?
Does Your Dog Have Age-Related Cognitive Decline?
Many people mistake their dog’s cognitive problems for physical problems. Find out how to tell if your dog may be having age-related cognitive decline.
When to Switch to Senior Dog Food
When to Switch to Senior Dog Food
Knowing when to switch to senior dog food can be confusing. Learn how special senior dog food formulas can support your dog's mental sharpness and physical activity.
What Dog Foods Are Best for My Senior Dog?
What Dog Foods Are Best for My Senior Dog?
Discover the food your senior dog needs for a complete and balanced diet.
An Innovation for Senior Dogs
An Innovation for Senior Dogs
Discover the small change in diet that can help a senior dog’s mind stay bright longer.
Benefits of Senior Dog Food
Benefits of Senior Dog Food
As dogs age, they may gain weight or experience reduced mobility. Feeding a senior dog food can help your dog continue to live life to the fullest. Learn about the benefits of senior formulas here.
What You Should Know About Senior Dog Care
What You Should Know About Senior Dog Care
As dogs age, and become senior, their habits and care needs change. Read advice and tips from Purina pet care experts on how you should be caring for your aging dog.
When is a Dog Considered a Senior?
When is a Dog Considered a Senior?
Dogs have different lifespans than people, so it can be hard to know when your dog is a “senior” dog. Learn the first signs to help answer, is your dog senior?
Feeding Older Dogs: When to Consider Senior Dog Food
Feeding Older Dogs: When to Consider Senior Dog Food
As your dog gets older, his dietary needs will start to change. Learn when you should consider switching to a senior dog food by knowing what to look for.
How a 10 Year Old Senior Dog Gets to Play Soccer Again
How a 10 Year Old Senior Dog Gets to Play Soccer Again
The right dog food can make a big difference for a senior dog. See how Purina Pro Plan BRIGHT MIND changed Lady's life and the lives of her owners for the better.
How 11 Year-Old Sierra the Dog Rejoined the Family
How 11 Year-Old Sierra the Dog Rejoined the Family
The right dog food can make a big difference for a senior dog. Read this testimonial on how Purina Pro Plan BRIGHT MIND changed the lives of Sierra and her owners.