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Senior Pet Talk | for dogs + cats

by Dr. Amanda Steffen

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24. The Grief All Pet Parents Face with Special Guest Dr. Jenn of Sage Paws

October 8, 2026 · 1 hr 6 min

Have you felt sad about losing your pet while they're still here? That's what Dr. Amanda and her special guest, Dr. Jen, a veterinarian and expert in end-of-life pet care, dig into today. They cover anticipatory grief, how pet parents can…
23. Diet for Brain Health in Senior Pets

October 1, 2026 · 38 min

Did you know that 28% of dogs and cats over the age of 11 have dementia? That's what Dr. Amanda is talking about today, focusing on nutrition and supplementation as practical ways to support brain health. She covers: Prescription diets for…
22. 7 Reasons I'm Wary of "Longevity Medicine" and What to Ask Instead

September 24, 2026 · 43 min

If someone said they could scan your 11-year-old pet, hand you a "biological age," and slow down their aging, would you buy it? In this episode, Dr. Amanda talks about longevity medicine in senior pets, walking through 7 reasons to be…
21. Love Your Senior Pet the Way They Need

September 17, 2026 · 44 min

How do I love my senior pet the way they need? Today, Dr. Amanda talks about how caring for senior dogs and cats means adapting the way we show affection as their bodies, brains, and preferences change. She gets into: The grief and guilt…
20. The Real Uncensored Answers About Librela

September 10, 2026 · 44 min

Is Librela safe for my pet? In this episode, Dr. Amanda talks about Librela for senior dogs, including what the drug is, how it works, and why it's such a debated topic. She discusses: What Librela isOsteoarthritis and why it's so common…

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19. Move It or Lose It - Safe Exercises for Senior Pets

September 3, 2026 · 25 min

What are some safe exercises for my senior pet? In this episode, Dr. Amanda talks about how to help senior dogs and cats stay active and keep moving safely as they age. She explains: Why movement still mattersThe importance of maintaining…
18. Is This Lump a Problem?

September 1, 2026 · 33 min

Is this lump a problem? Today, Dr. Steffen covers how to evaluate skin masses, lumps, and bumps on senior pets, and why you shouldn't assume a mass is harmless based on appearance alone. She explains: Why terms like "tumor" or "mass" don't…
17. The 10-Minute Monthly Checkup That Could Add Years to Your Pet's Life

August 27, 2026 · 39 min

What should I check on my aging pet every month? In this episode, Dr. Steffen shares a once-a-month, 10-minute senior pet checkup she calls her Aging Gracefully checklist, something you can do at home to catch changes earlier in dogs and…
16. How to Make Your Home Senior Pet Friendly

August 25, 2026 · 36 min

Is your home set up for your senior pet? Today, Dr. Steffen focuses on how a senior pet's home environment affects daily comfort and mobility. Senior pets spend most of their time at home, so layout and surfaces around the house can really…
15. Age Is Not a Disease: Rethinking Senior Pet Care with Dr. Hunter (Part 2)

August 20, 2026 · 54 min

Age is not a disease. We're back with Part 2 of our conversation with Dr. Steffen and Dr. Hunter, where they continue digging into senior pets, sharing takes on tools, quality of life, integrative medicine, and common misconceptions. They…
14. Senior Pet Care in General Practice with Dr. Hunter (Part 1)

August 18, 2026 · 47 min

What vets wish pet parents knew about senior pet care. In this first part of a 2-part series, Dr. Steffen is joined by one of her best friends and general practice vet, Dr. Terrence Hunter, who now owns his own practice, WAG Vet. They…
13. Is My Senior Dog Having an Emergency? What to Watch For

August 13, 2026 · 38 min

How do I know if my dog is having a medical emergency? Last week was all about common cat emergencies, and today we're focusing on dogs. Dr. Amanda walks through 5 common emergencies she sees and the signs to watch for, so you can feel…

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About the show

Senior Pet Talk is your whole medicine approach guide to becoming the most prepared and informed advocate for your senior pet. Bring what you learn here into every vet visit, every care decision, and every stage of the journey ahead. Every week, integrative veterinarian Dr. Amanda Steffen — founder of Floyd's Tale Mobile Veterinary Services, creator of the Senior Pet Roadmap, and certified veterinary acupuncturist with over a decade in senior pet care — breaks down the science of aging in plain language so you can recognize changes sooner, understand your options, and advocate confidently for the pet you love. Her approach blends western medicine and eastern wisdom — acupuncture, Chinese herbs, rehabilitation, palliative care, nutrition, and more — because the best care plan uses every tool available. You'll learn to tell normal aging from what needs attention, recognize hidden pain, understand integrative medicine, and navigate this chapter with clarity and grace — covering everything from dementia and kidney disease to nutrition, acupuncture, quality of life, and end-of-life planning. Solo episodes, expert interviews, and real stories from pet parents living this right alongside you. Everyone is doing the best they can with the information they have. This show gives you more of it. Follow Senior Pet Talk and find Dr. Amanda on Instagram at @‌dr.amanda.vet.