Tag: Signs of chronic discomfort in senior German Shepherds

You notice your 8-year-old German Shepherd hesitating at the bottom of the stairs—just for a moment—before climbing up. A month later, she’s choosing her bed over her favorite squeaky toy. These aren’t dramatic changes. They’re whispers of chronic discomfort, and they’re happening 6–12 months before most owners recognize them as pain signals. The moment you…