Mobility Problems in Geriatric Dogs: Your Questions Answered

Caring for a senior dog as a senior

My senior dog can’t climb the stairs anymore. How can I help them? Dogs of all ages can feel unsafe on the stairs, but in older dogs, that feeling can be amplified by the loss of strength, muscle atrophy, and balance issues. Your senior dog will need assistance to climb up and down the stairs safely. Get a lifting harness with a handle that you can use to support and guide your dog on the stairs. Walk beside them and hold onto the handle to give your dog a boost on the stairs and to stop them from slipping. Descending…

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