A gentle quality-of-life tracker for aging pets

Track subtle changes in your aging pet before the vet visit.

A gentle, non-diagnostic way to notice patterns, prepare better questions, and check back in 7 days with a clearer trend.

Check my pet's quality of life

Considering supplements or home products? Match the support category first.

Facing a difficult goodbye? Read our gentle end-of-life guide.

BEFORE BUYING SUPPLEMENTSSupport MatcherMatch mobility, night waking, appetite, accidents, or caregiver sleep pressure to safer support categories and vet questions.Open support matcherCategory-firstVet-first warningsPaid-intent test
A dog in soft natural light, used as a calm visual layer for senior pet care

A calmer way to catch subtle changes before they turn into urgent concerns.

Start from this week's pressure

Pick the pattern that feels most urgent.

Night waking or pacingTrack wake time, food requests, medication timing, and caregiver sleep.Accidents or burnoutOrganize cleanup burden, barking when alone, and what is realistic at home.Confusion or dementia worriesTrack night waking, pacing, accidents, medication effects, and caregiver sleep.Mobility or slippingTrack stairs, standing, restricted activity, medication effects, and caregiver limits.Eating less or only lateTrack skipped breakfast, dental changes, 24-hour food total, water, stool, and weight.
HHHHHMM-based guidanceNot a substitute for veterinary careBuilt for senior dogs and cats

Common senior-pet questions

Start with the checklist that matches your week.

Or go straight to the calculator

Senior dog checklist

Senior Dog Quality of Life Checklist

A calm senior dog quality-of-life checklist for tracking comfort, appetite, mobility, mood, and good days before a vet conversation.

Night-waking log

Senior Dog Night-Waking Log

A simple senior dog night-waking log for tracking barking, pacing, food requests, medication timing, water, potty needs, caregiver sleep disruption, comfort, and what helps them settle.

Food-driven night waking

Old Dog Waking Up at Night Asking for Food

A simple log for an old dog waking up at night asking for food, with prompts for timing, appetite, medication, water, potty needs, comfort, and caregiver sleep.

Appetite log

Senior Dog Low Appetite Log

A senior dog low-appetite log for tracking skipped meals, post-dental changes, late-night eating, 24-hour food totals, water, stool, weight, and vet follow-up questions.

Before buying supplements

Senior Dog Supplements Before Buying

Before buying random senior dog supplements or support products, sort the pattern, vet-first warning signs, and category questions for joint support, omega-3, digestion, calming, mobility, and cleanup.

Mobility and traction notes

Senior Dog Slipping on Hardwood

A practical senior dog slipping-on-hardwood guide for sorting traction routes, first steps after rest, nails and paw pads, ramps, red flags, and vet-first support questions before buying gear.

Caregiver capacity notes

Senior Dog Caregiver Burnout Notes

A calm note guide for senior dog caregiver burnout: tracking accidents, barking, pacing, separation anxiety, sitter strain, weight changes, sleep, and vet questions.

Accident and cleanup notes

Senior Dog Accidents in the House and Caregiver Exhaustion

A practical note guide for senior dog accidents in the house, cleanup burden, sleep loss, mobility, appetite, water, and caregiver capacity before a vet conversation.

Mobility and safe-care notes

Senior Dog Mobility Notes

A senior dog mobility notes guide for tracking slipping, stairs, standing, restricted activity, medication effects, caregiver sleep, and vet or neurologist follow-up questions.

Separation and supervision notes

Senior Dog Separation Anxiety When Left Alone

A calm observation guide for senior dog separation anxiety when left alone, with prompts for barking, pacing, accidents, appetite, sleep, triggers, and caregiver capacity.

Night pacing and sleep notes

Senior Dog Pacing at Night and Caregiver Cannot Sleep

A senior dog night pacing log for tracking timing, route, food, water, potty, medication, comfort, mobility, and caregiver sleep before a vet conversation.

Cognitive-change vet notes

Senior Dog Dementia Vet Checklist

A non-diagnostic senior dog dementia vet checklist for tracking night waking, pacing, accidents, appetite, medication effects, caregiver sleep, and questions for a licensed veterinarian.

Senior cat checklist

Senior Cat Quality of Life Checklist

A senior cat quality-of-life checklist for tracking appetite, litter box changes, grooming, mobility, hiding, and good days.

Vet visit notes

What to Track Before a Vet Visit for an Older Pet

A simple vet-visit notes guide for older dogs and cats: what changed, when it changed, what to ask, and how to prepare a clearer conversation.

What the assessment becomes

A printable report today. A care journal next week.

The point is not a one-time score. It is a record you can print, revisit, and bring to a more focused conversation with your vet.

EXAMPLE REPORT PREVIEW

55 / 70

Needs monitoring
Pain & comfort
6 / 10
Food & appetite
7 / 10
Movement
5 / 10
Good days vs. hard days
7 / 10

7-DAY TRACKER

A simple place to mark appetite, comfort, mobility, and notes.

JOURNAL TREND

Today55 / 70
7 days laterReassess

SHARE YOUR SITUATION

Need a place to explain what's going on?

Tell us what you're noticing, what feels confusing, and what resources would actually help.

GENTLE RESOURCE

Facing a difficult goodbye?

Read a calm checklist for preparing questions and talking with your vet.

WHY TRACKING SMALL CHANGES MATTERS

A written trend can make the vet conversation clearer.

Example scenario: Milo's family noticed he was still eating, but his mobility score dropped from 6 to 4 over a week. Because the change was written down, they had a clearer conversation with their vet about comfort and mobility support.

NO ACCOUNT REQUIRED

You'll receive a private report and care journal link by email, so you can revisit your pet's score next week. No account is required in this version.

VET-INFORMED, NOT VET-DIAGNOSED

Built to organize observations before the vet visit.

This tool helps you organize observations before speaking with a licensed veterinarian. It is not a diagnosis, and it should not replace professional veterinary advice.

Content note: Built for observation, not diagnosis

Last updated: June 2026

FAQ

Questions senior pet parents often ask

Does a low score mean I should euthanize my pet?

No. A low score is not a decision by itself. It is a signal to slow down, write down what you are noticing, and talk with a licensed veterinarian about comfort, quality of life, and options.

How often should I reassess my senior pet?

We suggest reassessing in 7 days so you can notice patterns without reacting to one difficult day. If your pet changes suddenly, contact a veterinarian sooner.

Is this a veterinary diagnosis?

No. This tool is for education and organization only. It does not diagnose, treat, or replace professional veterinary advice.

What if my pet's pain or breathing changes suddenly?

If you notice sudden pain, breathing changes, collapse, severe distress, or rapid decline, contact a licensed veterinarian or emergency clinic.

Can I print the report for my vet?

Yes. After submitting your email, you can open a printable report with the score sheet, symptoms noted, vet questions, and a 7-day tracker.

What happens when I share my pet's situation?

That form is not a medical consultation, and it does not guarantee a reply. It helps us understand what senior pet families need most, so we can improve future resources.

Please note: Quality-of-life scales are a starting point for observation and conversation, not a medical assessment. Always consult a licensed veterinarian about your pet’s health.