Do you have a pet in his golden years? Learn how pets tend to get in their older years and what you can do to help your companion.

Pledge to Help Senior Pets! Help senior pets find homes — take our pledge to tell one person this month why senior pets make great pets. You’ll also be entering for a chance to win a BISSELL Lift-Off® Deep Cleaning System for yourself and one for the Petfinder shelter or …

The old rules don’t always apply to adopted dogs, whose training, past behaviors and health histories may be a mystery. At last, here’s the one-stop guide that acknowledges their special needs and covers every detail of daily life.

Your pet’s breed and size are important determinants and predictors of health issues he or she might experience with age. Check out age-related health problems by breed here.

Your pet’s breed and size are important determinants and predictors of health issues he or she might experience with age. Check out age-related health problems by breed here.

Animal sanctuaries require a lot of commitment, hard work and funding. Learn about the role of animal sanctuaries and how they operate here.

Arthritis is the inflammation of a joint, which can cause pain and/or swelling. Learn more about the symptoms and treatments of arthritis here.

Do you have a senior dog? Learn about what happens as dogs get older and how you can help them.

Losing a pet is heartbreaking. Understanding how you grieve and finding ways to cope with your loss can help bring you closer to the day when memories bring smiles instead of tears.

Since cats, dogs and other animals commonly kept as pets do not live as long as humans do, owners must face the death of their beloved companions at some point. Learn how to deal with grief here.