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Stories from the slow lane.

Practical. Honest. Grounded. Real-world writing on caring for senior dogs, from quality of life and mobility to the emotional reality of caregiving.

The Truth Behind The FDA, AAFCO, & NRC: Regulations in Commercial Dog Food.

The Truth Behind The FDA, AAFCO, & NRC: Regulations in Commercial Dog Food.

The Truth Behind The FDA, AAFCO, & NRC: Regulations in Commercial Dog Food.

Canine nutrition experts are questioning the rules made by the FDA, AAFCO, and NRC for commercial dog food.

Apr 22, 20245 min read

When People Treat Their Dog as Something To Be Thrown Away: The Effects It Has On The Dog & Already Taxed Shelters and Rescues

When People Treat Their Dog as Something To Be Thrown Away: The Effects It Has On The Dog & Already Taxed Shelters and Rescues

When People Treat Their Dog as Something To Be Thrown Away: The Effects It Has On The Dog & Already Taxed Shelters and Rescues

Warning. The images in this blog post are real and current to our area at the time of this writing, which some may find upsetting. Dogs...

Apr 9, 20245 min read

Tips for Prolonging Your Senior German Shepherd's Lifespan

Tips for Prolonging Your Senior German Shepherd's Lifespan

Tips for Prolonging Your Senior German Shepherd's Lifespan

Tips for Prolonging Your Senior German Shepherd's Lifespan

Mar 26, 20245 min read

A Key to Senior Dog Vitality: Omega-3 and Omega-6 Explained.

A Key to Senior Dog Vitality: Omega-3 and Omega-6 Explained.

A Key to Senior Dog Vitality: Omega-3 and Omega-6 Explained.

A Key to Senior Dog Vitality: Omega-3 and Omega-6 Explained.

Mar 3, 20244 min read

From Snout to Gut: Exploring the Benefits of Fermented Foods for Dogs

From Snout to Gut: Exploring the Benefits of Fermented Foods for Dogs

From Snout to Gut: Exploring the Benefits of Fermented Foods for Dogs

Exploring the Benefits of Fermented Foods for Dogs

Feb 21, 20242 min read

Barklicious Peanut Butter Banana Dog Cookies

Barklicious Peanut Butter Banana Dog Cookies

Barklicious Peanut Butter Banana Dog Cookies

Are you tired of feeding your furry best friend the same old store-bought treats? Are you worried about all the recalls when it comes to...

Jan 9, 20242 min read

Understanding PICA: Strange Eating Habits in Senior German Shepherds

Understanding PICA: Strange Eating Habits in Senior German Shepherds

Understanding PICA: Strange Eating Habits in Senior German Shepherds

Understanding Pica in senior German Shepherds

Dec 4, 20232 min read

When Barks Lose Their Bite: How Degenerative Myelopathy Impacts Vocalization In Your Dog.

When Barks Lose Their Bite: How Degenerative Myelopathy Impacts Vocalization In Your Dog.

When Barks Lose Their Bite: How Degenerative Myelopathy Impacts Vocalization In Your Dog.

Degenerative Myelopathy's impact on dogs bark.

Nov 8, 20232 min read

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