I am a huge fan of memory foam dog beds to help senior dogs suffering from joint related conditions such as arthritis. I have used them with my own dogs and they really do work. When we had the regular fluffy dog beds you could see the aches and pains whenever my older dogs would get up from a nap, but that all changed when I switched to an orthopedic dog  bed. Since my early experiences I have been on the hunt for a higher quality bed that provided even more support and gave older dogs an even greater amount of comfort.

I am very proud to announce that we have added a new section to our site focused on dental care products. Through my own experiences and through speaking with many vets on the subject of dog dental disease, in particular as it relates to older dogs, I have become obsessed with dental care.

If you are like me you have probably underestimated the impact that poor dental health can have for your senior dog, but it is time to change that. It is time to make proper dental care a top priority for your dog because without healthy teeth, your senior dog is susceptible to a long list of possible medical consequences from infections to organ damage and beyond – it’s mind blowing and unbelievably scary.

As a result, my goal is to help make caring for your dog’s teeth as simple as possible and that is the motivation behind our new dental section – effective, easy to use products that will help you keep your older dog’s teeth healthy.

Here is a review of the Nylabone Dental Chews – check out the reaction from our helpful dog volunteers Paige and Ozzy I bet you didn’t expect that something so effective could also be so popular among dogs.

As I mentioned in the video, please know that dental care products are meant to help protect and maintain, but if your dog’s teeth are already in a severe state then you really need to see your vet. Age is not a disease and you would be amazed at how safe dental surgery is these days, even for our seniors. Once your dog’s teeth are under control then these dental products are fantastic at maintaining dental health. If your dog’s teeth are still healthy then these products will help you prevent dental disease from creeping in. When you see how easy it can be, you really have no reason to not add some of these dog dental products into your routine.

If you have suggestions for additional dog dental products please let us know.

Ann-Marie Fleming is the Founder of DogQuality.com, a site focused on products that help older dogs enjoy life.

We get asked all the time from interested dog owners about what is involved in putting the Dogger together. My response is always the same, “you just pop the wheels on and away you go”. That’s the truth, but seeing is believing so this short video demonstrates what you see when you first open up your Dogger dog stroller and just how simple it is to get going.

I know most pet strollers come with multiple parts and perplexing instructions, but not the Dogger – it’s as easy as 1-2-3

I should add that we typically take air out of the tires for shipping purposes because the air pressure in planes can damage inflated tires, so you may need to put a few pumps of air into your tires when they arrive. You can use a simple bicycle pump to do that very easily.

Who says pet strollers are just for walking?           

Most people think of a pet stroller for its obvious use, giving your dog a ride (in particular senior dogs who need help walking), but thanks to some creative customers we have learned that there is so much more that you can do.

Here are the top 5 ‘creative’ uses for your pet stroller:

1. Highchair – If your older dog is challenged with mobility issues you are very familiar with the dangers that lay all around them. Stairs, floors, obstacles, etc. can pose safety issues. At the same time, if your dog is like mine, they always like to be able to see you or be close to you, which is why using your pet stroller in a highchair-like fashion is so clever. Not only does it allow them better visibility of you and what you are doing which they love, but most importantly it keeps them safe. I have heard from customers who use this method to keep their dogs nearby and out of harm’s way when working in basements and garages and some even use their pet stroller in family rooms as an extra chair for hanging out or watching TV.
2. Walking support – I am hearing more and more from our older customers of the human variety who find certain pet strollers like the Dogger sturdy enough to act as a walking support for them, helping them get out and about with their dog. What I love about this is both dog and human are finding ways to overcome their mobility issues and stay active.
3. Overheating – As dogs age, just as humans, their ability to cope with the heat diminishes. Even if your dog is not a senior, but struggles with the warmer temperatures, you know all about the risks and challenges of overheating. A pet stroller can give your heated dog a must needed break to cool off. In most cases, the soothing nature of the stroller helps them to relax long enough for them to bring down their body temperature. As many of you know, I use my Dogger dog stroller on a daily basis for my 15 year pug Mackenzie, but I find it to be a huge help in giving Paige, my 5 year old French Bulldog, a much needed break when walking. Paige overheats extremely easily even with an endless supply of water, so when she does, I place her in the stroller with Mackenzie for about 15 minutes, giving her enough time to cool off and then she is back to walking on her own. If I didn’t have the Dogger, I would only be able to walk very short distances before having to return home with her.
4. Paw protection – Have you ever tried to walk your dog when salt has been scattered across roads and sidewalks? How about the hot pavement during the summer months? Well a great way to help protect your dog’s paws from these conditions is to place them in a pet stroller, at least until you have cleared these troublesome areas. While footwear can also help with this, some dogs refuse to accept anything on their paws, making a pet stroller a viable alternative.
5. Shopping – Depending on the size of your pet stroller and the storage it allows, you may find taking it along while you pick up a few things very helpful. Perhaps you prefer to combine a walk with running errands? Rather than carrying a bunch of bags home you can use the stroller as a cart to help lighten your load.

Do you have any unique ways that you utilize your pet stroller? We’d love to hear from you.

Ann-Marie Fleming is the Founder of DogQuality.com, a site focused on products that help older dogs enjoy life.

We are getting so much amazing feedback I can barely contain myself. The Dogger is making such a difference in the lives of older dogs and their families that I just had to share what we’ve been hearing. The video below represents the top 10 reasons we hear the most from our customers as to why they love their Dogger. Enjoy

Do you have a Dogger? Let us know why you love this fabulous dog stroller.

Ann-Marie Fleming is the Founder of DogQuality.com, a site focused on products that help older dogs enjoy life.