Your dog has probably given you years of unconditional love, always there in our times of need. Now in their golden years, it’s up to us to return that love with the care they need.
Your dog isn’t who they used to be
You notice behaviour changes, slower on walks, difficulties when getting on and of the sofa, or getting in and out of the car. Maybe you’re making increasing visits to the vets, or asking questions such as “my dog cant get comfy or has stopped eating…” in Facebook groups? It’s a hard time to navigate.
I can help you manage these changes, make sense of what is needed in a practical sense and give you a plan on how both you and your dog can adapt to this changing lifestyle.
I can help you set up a comfortable environment, give you alternative activities and practical tips so your dog can still enjoy movement and mental stimulation in a way that fits their new slower pace of life.
You might end up as your vet’s new “bestie” as your older dog tend to visit a little more often. I can help you document changes and communicate with your vet, so you feel happy and confident about the next steps to take.
Also navigating the practicalities of a vet visit, whether that’s at the home or the veterinary surgery. This also goes for daycare, walkers and anyone else who deals with the day-to-day care of your beloved pooch.
Losing my dog Sky was one of the hardest things to navigate, I was an emotional wreck, I really missed not having a confidante to talk to, a person I could trust to guide me through the last stage.
Having someone to talk through the before and the afters can really help you get through this.
I can be a hand to hold and a shoulder to cry on, as well as helping you with the practical stuff and difficult decisions that this big life moment brings.
Planning to do those special things; a paw cast, a nose print, a clipping of fur to keep their memory alive. You only get this time once and it can be clouded by grief - whether it’s the practicalities of how it all works or whether it’s choosing their favourite blanket or toy to be with them as they make their way over the rainbow bridge.
We can bring some control back to a time where you feel like you have none, when grief and loss take over.
Before we meet: You’ll fill in a simple questionnaire, so I understand your specific situation, concerns and goals.
During our 60-minute session we will:
Evaluate: Understanding where you dog is in their life and the challenges, they (and you) may be dealing with.
Question time: We talk about specific concerns and questions you have about caring for your older dog and come up with a solid action plan on how to move forward.
Emotional support: A ‘You’ check in - because it’s a tough time and you need to know it’s okay to feel all of the emotions. I’ll help you identify how you feel, and how to navigate those feelings or, simply to listen and empathise.
After our call: Follow-up summary with your personalised plan and any key recommendations.
Client feedback - for the end of life /senior dog
Caring for an elderly dog is tender, emotional and often confusing. It deserves support that’s about more than just checklists and medical notes.
I bring:
This work isn’t just professional for me. It’s personal, sacred, and something I feel honoured to support families through.
Yes and I’ll always guide you in that direction when it’s needed and help you communicate your wishes. I can’t diagnose medical conditions, but I can help you understand what you’re seeing, decide whether a vet visit is urgent, prepare the right questions to ask, and support you emotionally around those big decisions.
Think of me as the calm voice before (and after) the vet - helping you feel more confident and less alone.
More than okay, it’s welcome. This stage of your dog’s life is tender. It’s normal to cry, worry, or feel unsure.
My consultations are built for exactly this: a safe, gentle space to talk honestly about how you’re coping, as well as how your dog is doing. You won’t be judged - only supported.
Nothing is too small, and nothing is too big. Whether it’s a minor change in behaviour, difficulty sleeping, a mobility concern, or thinking about saying goodbye, all of it matters.
You don’t need to wait for a “big” crisis to reach out. Sometimes the smallest things are the ones that help us catch bigger shifts early.
We’ll only go where you feel ready to go. Caring for an elderly dog is layered, love, fear, hope, grief, and everything in between.
Our conversation can focus on comfort, routines, mobility, enrichment, or understanding changes… not just the emotional big-picture. You set the pace. I simply walk beside you.
Supporting dog families across the UK through every stage of life together. Every dog deserves a future and every human deserves a plan.