How to Make Your Home More Comfortable for an Older Dog

As dogs get older, their everyday needs can change. Learn how small adjustments to their sleeping area, routine and environment can help create a more comfortable home for senior dogs.

Watching your dog grow older can be a bittersweet experience.

The energetic puppy that once raced around the house may eventually prefer longer naps and quieter days.

As dogs age, their needs can change, and making a few adjustments around the home can help them remain comfortable.

Give them a comfortable place to rest

Older dogs often spend more time resting than younger dogs.

A supportive and comfortable sleeping area can therefore become even more important.

Consider where your dog's bed is positioned. It should be somewhere peaceful but still close enough to the family that your dog doesn't feel isolated.

PETSA offers a variety of dog beds, including the Wagit Mattress, Wagit Round Bed with Removable Cover and Snugs Bed with Removable Cover.

Make their favourite area easy to access

If your dog has always slept in a particular room, think about whether they can still get there comfortably.

Try to reduce unnecessary obstacles and make their most-used areas easy to access.

Keep their routine predictable

Older dogs can benefit from familiar routines.

Try to maintain consistent meal times, walks and rest periods where possible.

Changes don't always have to be avoided, but introducing them gradually can make them easier to manage.

Support comfortable movement

Mobility can become more difficult as dogs age.

The Doggy Aid Three Steps can provide an option for helping dogs reach certain elevated areas without needing to make a large jump.

However, every dog is different. If your dog is showing signs of pain, stiffness or difficulty moving, consult your veterinarian.

Don't overlook warmth

Older dogs may appreciate having somewhere warm and comfortable to settle.

A soft blanket can make their favourite sleeping area even more inviting.

The Wagit Mangolian Dog Blanket, Snugs Sherpa Dog Blanket and Fleece Dog Blanket can be used to add an extra layer of comfort.

Consider their changing needs

Your dog may not need the same things at ten years old that they needed at two.

Pay attention to changes in their behaviour, sleeping habits, mobility and appetite.

Regular veterinary check-ups are also particularly important as dogs get older.

Make their golden years comfortable

Getting older is a natural part of life.

With a comfortable sleeping area, an appropriate routine and a home designed around their changing needs, you can help your dog continue enjoying everyday life.

Explore PETSA's range of senior-friendly beds, blankets and mobility products on Shopstar.