🐾 Senior pet
Caring for your senior dog or cat
Older animals deserve extra attention. How to keep your senior healthy and comfortable.
A dog or cat of 7 years or older is often considered a senior—for large dogs sometimes earlier. Older animals have different needs: adjusted nutrition, gentler exercise, more frequent vet visits. With the right care they can enjoy life for years to come.
👀 Signs of ageing
Watch for these signals:
- • Less active, more sleeping, shorter walks
- • Stiffer when getting up, difficulty with stairs or jumping
- • Change in appetite, weight loss or gain
- • More frequent urination, more drinking, confusion (especially at night in cats)
❤️ Caring for your senior
- • Regular vet check-ups—seniors often have underlying conditions
- • Adjusted nutrition: senior food with the right nutrients, possibly joint supplements
- • Exercise tailored to them: short, gentle walks instead of long runs
- • Comfort: soft resting spots, easily accessible food and water bowls
🏠 Seniors at Saved Souls
Many of our rescued dogs and cats are seniors. Some have disabilities, others are just older. They get the care they deserve: food, medical treatment, quiet spots and attention. Want to adopt or sponsor a senior? They're often calmer and grateful for a home.
Give a senior a home
Consider adopting or sponsoring a senior. Or support our work with a donation.