Senior Dogs

One of the most common questions I receive from mixed breed dog owners is whether their dog's mixed heritage gives...

Sarah Chen 3 min read

Poodles are one of the longest lived breeds, with Miniature and Toy Poodles regularly reaching 14 to 18 years and...

Grey Muzzle Mag Team 2 min read

Bulldogs, both English and French, present some of the most unique aging challenges of any breed. Their brachycephalic (flat faced)...

Sarah Chen 3 min read

I've fostered two senior Border Collies, and they were the most intellectually demanding dogs I've ever cared for. At twelve...

Riley Morgan 3 min read

Boxers are one of the most heartbreakingly short lived medium to large breeds, with an average lifespan of 8 to...

Sarah Chen 2 min read

Dachshunds are one of the longest lived breeds, regularly reaching 14 to 17 years. But their elongated bodies and short...

Grey Muzzle Mag Team 2 min read

A Chihuahua can live to 18. A Great Dane is lucky to reach 8. Within the same species, the lifespan...

Sarah Chen 3 min read

German Shepherds are magnificent dogs: intelligent, loyal, and physically capable. They're also, unfortunately, one of the breeds most affected by...

Sarah Chen 3 min read

Labrador Retrievers are the most popular dog breed in many countries, and for good reason: they're loyal, adaptable, and relentlessly...

Sarah Chen 3 min read

I got Bowie when he was a puppy, and I thought I knew what I was signing up for. A...

Sarah Chen 4 min read

As the population of senior dogs grows and owners become more proactive about brain health, the supplement market has responded...

Sarah Chen 4 min read

When people ask me how I keep my senior foster dogs mentally sharp, they usually expect me to name a...

Riley Morgan 4 min read