Dog dental health, longevity research, and what I wish I had known before Cooper.
If your senior dog suddenly becomes restless, confused, or seems to “forget” familiar surroundings as the sun goes down, you may be witnessing something called dog sundowning syndrome. As a veterinarian, I’ve seen this condition affect countless loving pet families — and I want you to know: you’re not alone, and there are real steps […]
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Wondering how long do dogs live? Dr. Lisa Park, DVM explains average dog lifespan by breed and size, factors that affect longevity, and tips to help your dog live longer.
Wondering when is a dog senior? The answer depends on breed size. Dr. Lisa Park breaks down senior age thresholds for small, medium, large, and giant breeds — plus what care changes to make.
When your senior dog faces kidney disease, liver issues, joint pain, or other health challenges, regular senior food may not be enough. Dr. Lisa Park explains the best prescription dog food for senior dogs — including top picks from Hill’s, Royal Canin, and Purina, when you need a prescription, and where to order online.
By Dr. Lisa Park, DVM — Veterinarian specializing in geriatric dog care Dog Food Recall Alert March 2026: Salmonella, Listeria, and E. coli Found — What Pet Owners Must Know If you feed your dog food from Young Again Pet Food or products manufactured by Mid America Pet Food LLC, please stop and read this
Dr. Lisa Park explains dog cognitive dysfunction — symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options, and how to help your senior dog live comfortably.
Every March, the pet industry converges on Orlando for Global Pet Expo — the largest annual gathering of pet product manufacturers, retailers, and innovators in North America. This year’s event runs March 25 through 27 at the Orange County Convention Center, and the dog health and wellness products set to debut are worth paying close
Most dog owners see it happen gradually: a spot of white fur appears on the muzzle. Then another around the eyes. The black nose starts to lighten. Within a few months, your dark-faced dog looks like they’ve aged dramatically — except they’re not sick. They have vitiligo. I’ve gotten questions about this more times than
I’ve seen this described hundreds of times in dog owner communities, and every time it hits me the same way: a dog who was walking fine last year is now struggling to get up, stumbling at the back end, or dragging one leg. Hind leg weakness in senior dogs is one of the most common