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Arthritis in Older Dogs
Just like humans, older dogs are susceptible to many diseases, arthritis and hip dysplasia being two of the most common ailments. If your dog is affected by arthritis, there are some things you’ll...
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Health Care For Older Dogs
Proper health care for an older dog requires more attention from an owner than when it was a puppy or young adult dog. It is important to know when your pet is a “senior citizen” so you can make...
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Dogs Help Keep Seniors Healthy
Dogs are among the favorite pets of senior citizens and studies have shown that dogs can help keep seniors healthy by encouraging their owners to exercise and join in other activities with them....
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A Pet’s Ten Commandments
A Pet’s Ten Commandments 1. My life is likely to last 10-15 years. Any separation from you is likely to be painful. 2. Give me time to understand what you want of me. 3. Place your trust in me. It is...
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Senility and Cognitive Dysfunction in Older Dogs
If lately you’ve been noticing that your older dog is exhibiting ‘behavior problems’ , your pet may be developing a syndrome called ‘Canine Cognitive Dysfunction’ (CCD) or ‘Cognitive Dysfunction...
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Teach an Old Dog New Tricks
Don’t be fooled – older dogs can still romp and play like puppies; proof that you can teach an old dog new tricks. Don’t feel that you have to give up exercising your older dog or stop playing games...
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Should You Supplement Your Older Dog’s Diet?
Many dog owners wonder if they should add a supplement to an older dog’s diet. As your dog ages, it becomes even more important to feed it a healthy dog food and add a beneficial supplement. Older...
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Why Older Dogs Need Expert Vet Care
Seeing that your aging dog receives regular expert vet care is vital in maintaining its good health. Regular checkups and preventive veterinary care can add years to the life of an older dog. Many pet...
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Why Dogs Sleep So Much
If you’re concerned that your pet dog may be sleeping too much and there might be something wrong with it, you’ll first need to determine whether it really is sleeping more than what’s normal for its...
View ArticleWhy Foster a Senior Dog
There are good reasons to foster a senior dog. Senior dogs are usually scheduled for euthanasia shortly after arrival at an animal shelter. This is truly unfortunate and is by no means discriminatory...
View ArticleKidney Disease in Dogs
Kidney disease in dogs can be caused by several factors; it can be a causal effect of the dog’s age, severe dehydration, a new or past trauma to the kidneys, or even tick borne diseases. There are a...
View ArticleWhy Do Dogs Lose Their Hair
Dogs lose their hair in the spring and fall and this is simply a dog’s natural process of shedding. But if your dog starts losing too much hair, or loses a lot of hair throughout the year, you need to...
View ArticleShould You Adopt a Rescued Dog
Too many people feel that if you adopt a rescued dog you’re just settling for a pet no one else wanted. You might think there must be something wrong with the dog or it wouldn’t be in a shelter. Or...
View ArticleCataracts and Eye Problems in Dogs
One of the most common conditions that affect a dog’s eyes are cataracts. The formation of cataracts in dogs can be caused by various things. All breeds and ages of dogs can develop cataracts but...
View ArticleChoosing a Pet Sitter
Pet sitters do a lot more than just provide your dog with food and water while you’re away from home. A good pet sitter will spend time with your dog, exercise it, and know when it needs veterinary...
View ArticleUrinary Incontinence in Older Dogs
It is not uncommon for older dogs to have incontinence problems; even younger dogs can have this disorder if they have a congenital deformity or have experienced an injury to the nerves that control...
View ArticleHealth Problems in Older Dogs
Owners of older dogs face special challenges in keeping their pets healthy. This necessitates remaining attentive to all the signs and symptoms of health problems in older dogs if you want to keep your...
View ArticleBest Diet For an Overweight Dog
The best diet for an overweight dog is obviously one that causes it to lose unhealthy fat while retaining muscle. An overweight dog needs a weight loss program just as much as an overweight human...
View ArticleDoes Dust Cause Allergies in Dogs
Dust can cause allergies in dogs, and people as well. Humans are more likely to suffer nasal or respiratory symptoms from a dust allergy, while dogs are more likely to develop skin problems. Dust...
View ArticleRaising Dogs and Cats in the Same House
Dogs and cats are not sworn enemies. They often live together in the same house without problems. If you are raising both dogs and cats in the same house, there are some rules that should be followed...
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