Deciding how well your senior dog is doing is one of the hardest parts of caring for an aging companion. This quality of life assessment walks you through seven simple questions based on a scale veterinarians commonly use, to help you see the whole picture more clearly. It isn’t a diagnosis, but it can help you organize what you’ve noticed and prepare for a conversation with your vet.
Senior Dogs Guide
Senior Dog Quality of Life Assessment
A gentle check-in on your dog’s comfort and everyday wellbeing. Take your time — your observations matter.
Choose one rating to continue. Higher ratings mean better wellbeing.
Your check-in
What to share with your vet
Mention any changes or concerns, even if the overall score is high.
Your ratings at a glance
This tool is not a diagnosis and does not replace a veterinarian’s assessment. Only your vet can advise on your dog’s individual situation. Whatever the score, trust your own observations and talk with your vet.
Read our full guide: When Is It Time? Assessing Your Senior Dog’s Quality of Life
Want a deeper look at what these signs mean? Read our full guide: When Is It Time? Assessing Your Senior Dog’s Quality of Life.