The journal
Articles for the people who notice their dog is slowing down.
Long-form pieces by Dr. Marcus Halden, DVM and the 7znews Dogs editorial team. We publish narrowly — only what materially helps you make decisions for a senior dog.
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Lifespan
How long do senior dogs really live? A breed-by-breed reality check.
Why the “7 dog years = 1 human year” rule is wrong, what current breed data actually shows, and the five factors that explain most of the variation between dogs of the same age.
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Mobility & Pain
The seven early signs of pain in older dogs (most owners miss four).
Dogs hide pain on purpose. Here’s the field-tested checklist clinicians actually run when assessing a senior dog who “seems fine” — and what to do about each finding.
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Nutrition
Feeding a senior dog: what changes after seven, and what stays the same.
Calorie needs drop, protein needs don’t. Joint supplements help some dogs and waste money on others. A pragmatic guide to feeding an aging dog without falling for the marketing.