Dr. Nell Ostermeier, a veterinary advisor with Figo Pet Insurance, places less emphasis on breed size and more on the specific needs of each dog. She says, “Energy level, amount of daily exercise, and your senior dog’s body condition are what you need to consider when choosing their foo...
Old Chihuahuas often become less adaptable to change. Sometimes it is simply part of becoming stuck in their ways. But if it interferes with their well being, it could form part of a CCD diagnosis. Since CCD can’t be cured, keeping your older dog’s environment and routine consistent are...
1. Take your senior dog for regular vet visits This is one of the most important things you can do to keep your senior dog healthy. Regular vet visits and lab testing often allow you to catch health issues before they become clinically obvious, meaning they’re easier (and less expensive)...
• Serious loss of appetite - As a dog ages, the metabolism slows down a bit and it is normal for older dogs to eat a bit less. However the first sign of many illness that strike older dogs is a lack of appetite. If you notice that your Pom is eating little and is losing weight...
friend slow down, change their eating habits, and sleep more than usual, you must make sure your canine senior receives wonderful care. There are many things you can do as a dog owner in order to make sure you keep your senior baby comfortable, active, and happy during the golden years....
A proper and nutritious diet is the best way to take of your senior dogs. As the dog enters its senior age range, it might have started to show certain symptoms of old age, such as Lethargy, restlessness, less appetite and thirst, decreased mobility, might even gain weight or lose weigh...
When looking at your dog from the side, their tummy should be tucked up and not hanging down. Knowingwhat’s in your dog’s foodis important to ensure they’re eating a complete, healthy, and balanced diet. Your family veterinarian is a great resource and may suggest feeding your pet se...
If you are getting a dog from the shelter, sometimes it is hard to know what you are going to get. Some experts say that dogs do not reveal their full personality for at least 3 weeks after they come home. However, senior dogs typically hide less of themselves than young dogs. Most ...
A senior dog’s energy level is usually dramatically lower than their adult counterparts. A senior dog’s tolerance for playtime and deliberate exercise is less than it may have been when they were younger, and they may sleep longer hours. Eating and Drinking Habits Older pups benefit from be...
When you decide to switch your senior dog to a species appropriate raw diet, the first step is to add a pinch of quality probiotic to his current food. This can aid the transition to raw. Many pet parents are turned off of feeding raw, because when they’ve tried in the past, their...