How To Make Your Home Senior Pet Friendly

Make your home safe and cozy for senior pets with easy tips to improve comfort, mobility, and accessibility for your aging furry friend

Creating a senior pet friendly home is one of the best ways to support an aging companion’s comfort, health, and happiness. As pets grow older, a few thoughtful changes around the house can help them stay active, safe, and loved. Here are practical tips from ParaMount Pet Care for making any Luzerne County home a safe haven for senior dogs and cats.

Comfort is Key

• Orthopedic Pet Beds: Invest in a supportive, cushioned bed to ease sore joints and give your senior pet quality sleep.

• Heated Pads and Cozy Spots: Try a pet-safe heated pad in cold weather to soothe arthritis and make naps extra cozy.

• Keep It Draft-Free: Place beds away from cold spots or drafty doors for additional comfort.

Support Easier Mobility

• Add Pet Ramps or Stairs: Help senior pets access couches, beds, or cars without painful jumping. Look for sturdy, non-slip options.

• Install Non-Slip Rugs or Runners: Prevent slips on tile or hardwood with washable, steady carpeting in main walkways and favorite hangouts.

• Create a No-Stair Zone: Set up beds, food, and water on the first floor to avoid stairs altogether if mobility is a challenge.

Make Essentials Accessible

• Elevate Food and Water Bowls: Raised dishes reduce neck and joint strain while eating or drinking.

• Low-Entry Litterboxes: For older cats, choose boxes with low sides or ramps for easy entry and exit.

• Convenient Locations: Keep food, water, and litter boxes close to resting areas so pets don’t have to go far.

Enhance Safety

• Block Off Hazards: Use baby gates to limit access to stairs or rooms with slick floors.

• Minimize Clutter: Keep pathways clear of toys, cords, and shoes to avoid tripping hazards for pets with vision loss.

• Light Up the Way: Nightlights can help pets with poor vision navigate hallways at night.

Final Touches

• Keep a Steady Routine: Senior pets thrive on predictable schedules for meals, walks, and medication.

• Extra TLC: More cuddles, gentle play, and lots of love make a world of difference in your senior pet’s golden years

• Treat Them With Treats: The key to most pets heart is though their stomach! Don’t be afraid to give your senior pets some high quality treats as a little reminder of how much you love them!

With a few simple changes, your home can be a safe, welcoming sanctuary for your senior pet. ParaMount Pet Care is here for Luzerne County families—because every pet deserves comfort, no matter their age!

 

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