Senior Dog Certification for Veterinarians and Veterinary Teams
Senior dogs are a major part of the patients you see every week. Our certification gives you a practical, repeatable approach to senior and geriatric canine care so you can deliver better medicine, communicate more clearly with pet parents, and build higher-value care plans that clients understand.
Two levels. Built by veterinarians.
Designed for real practice days.
Senior Dog Certification Stats:
757
Members have Enrolled in the Certification Program
13
Countries with Certified Veterinarians & Vet Professionals
418
Senior Dog Certified Veterinarians & Vet Professionals
40
US States with Certified Veterinarians & Vet Professionals
654
Certificates Awarded across
2 RACE-Approved CE Courses.
7
Canadian Provinces with Certified Veterinarians & Vet Professionals
Senior Pets Are a Significant Part of the Patients You Serve
Senior and geriatric dogs are not a niche. They make up a growing share of the U.S. pet population, leading to more cases of chronic disease and pain, more complex choices, and more opportunities for pet parents to plan earlier care.
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More chronic conditions and multi-system change
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More mobility and cognitive decline
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More pain management needs and quality-of-life conversations
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More follow-ups and long-term planning
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More opportunities to guide pet parents with clarity
Build a Repeatable Standard for Senior Visits
Clinical confidence
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More chronic conditions and multi-system change
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More mobility and cognitive decline
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More pain management needs and quality-of-life conversations
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More follow-ups and long-term planning
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More opportunities to guide pet parents with clarity
Better client communication
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Explain options in a way that pet parents can follow
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Set expectations earlier so decisions are less rushed
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Create step-by-step plans that improve adherence
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Keep communication consistent from room to checkout
Increase Revenue Through Better Planning and Better Conversations
Senior care becomes higher-value when it is structured and communicated well. Certification supports the kind of care you already believe in and helps you present it as a thoughtful plan rather than a list of add-ons.
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More consistent senior screening and diagnostics
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Stronger follow-up and recheck pathways
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Better pain management plans and continuity of care
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Higher client trust and improved plan acceptance
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A clear point of differentiation for your practice
Get Senior Dog Certified
Choose your role to see the right certification level. You’ll check out from there
For Veterinary
Support Staff
This option provides a strong foundation in senior and geriatric canine care, including the Level 1 Certification Course and 7 hours of RACE-approved CE. Membership also offers access to the community, webinars, rounds, and a listing after certification. Standard Membership is ideal for support staff roles.
Price: $249 new • $149/year renewal
Level 1
For Veterinarians,
Technicians, and Specialists
Advanced Membership goes deeper with training in senior medicine and includes 14.5 total hours of RACE-approved CE split across Level 1 and Level 2 courses. This option is for veterinarians, technicians, and specialists, and includes community access, webinars, rounds, and a listing after certification.
Price: $349 new • $199/year renewal
Level 2
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