What is the most common sign of aging in senior dogs?

68.8% of respondents said 'Increased sleeping time', making it the most common sign.

What aging care practices do owners implement for senior dogs?

The most common practices are 'Teeth brushing and tartar care (64.7%)', followed by 'Walking (63.5%)' and 'Regular health check-ups (45.0%)'.

What are the common triggers for starting aging care?

The most common reason is 'Concern about bad breath or tartar (39.2%)', followed by 'Wanting to extend health span in the future (35.2%)' and 'Decreased appetite (28.1%)'.

What is the owners' awareness of aging care for senior dogs?

Over 90% of owners responded that they 'strongly agree' or 'somewhat agree' with the necessity of aging care.

Survey: 70% of Owners Notice 'Increased Sleeping Time' as a Sign of Aging in Senior Dogs; Oral Health Concerns Drive Care

Published Jun 4, 2026 12:00 PM ・ Updated Jun 14, 2026 9:04 AM ・ 3 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

Naturelinks Inc. surveyed 1,008 pet owners aged 20–60 regarding oral care for senior dogs. The survey found that approximately 70% identify increased sleeping time as a sign of aging, and over 90% recognize the need for aging care. However, understanding of the link between periodontal disease and systemic health risks remains limited.

Naturelinks Inc. (Headquarters: Osaka, Osaka Prefecture; Representative Director: Hisakazu Nakatani) conducted a survey on "senior dog oral care" targeting pet owners aged 20 to 60.

As the average lifespan of dogs increases, senior dog health has become a major concern for many owners. Periodontal disease is a particularly important issue. Despite the risk of systemic diseases involving the heart and kidneys in addition to decreased appetite due to pain, many owners struggle with oral care for dogs that cannot express discomfort. This survey was conducted to clarify the current awareness and practice of oral care in daily life.

Survey Overview: - Dates: April 28, 2026 – April 30, 2026 - Method: Internet survey via PRIZMA - Participants: 1,008 individuals - Target: Owners aged 20-60 who own senior dogs.

Approximately 70% perceive 'Increased Sleeping Time' as a sign of aging: When asked about moments they feel their dog is aging, 68.8% reported "increased sleeping time" as the most frequent response, followed by "difficulty eating hard food" (35.4%) and "stronger bad breath" (34.2%).

Over 90% recognize the need for aging care: More than 90% responded positively to the question of whether aging care is necessary for their dogs. Regarding current practices, "teeth brushing and plaque care" (64.7%) was the most common response, indicating that daily care is the standard. The most common motivation for starting this care was "concerns about bad breath or plaque buildup" (39.2%).

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Survey: 70% of Owners Notice 'Increased Sleeping Time' as a Sign of Aging in Senior Dogs; Oral Health Concerns Drive Care

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