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Your Dog In His Older Years: Keep Your Pet Healthy and Happy
As any pet owner would attest to, dogs grow old and leave us far too soon. Because of that, it’s important to take special measures to ensure that they live well and as long as possible. Following the advice for caring for your aging dog below could help to do just that.
Humans and dogs are very much alike. Age brings fragility, for ailments, fatigue and aches and pains, especially painful joints. As well, they are susceptible to similar diseases such as those experience and suffered by humans.
Just like humans, dogs tend to put on more weight with age. Therefore, monitoring the weight is important. The heavier they may get, the more difficult it will be for their legs to support them. Other health issues could also ensue with it being overweight or obese, like diabetes and heart disease.
Therefore, diet is the first thing that should be changed somewhat. While treats are a great way to reward a pet, they should be reduced as they are very high in calories. Instead of feeding your pet regular dog food, either switch to low-calorie or diet food.
It is extremely important to prevent disease, and that can be done through regular exercise. However, it is also important for owners to understand that their aging dogs cannot play for long periods of time, as they did previously. One must see to it that they do not overwork them. Instead, play easy and give the pet enough time to rest in between all the fun. However, do everything you can to ensure that they walk as much as possible each day.
As for the diet, try supplementing it with vitamins made just for them. They could help fight off free radicals associated with aging and thus fend off disease. Providing the best care with regards to diet and exercise could prolong its life and provide for a better quality of life. Of course, it goes without say that your pet gets regular veterinary checkups.
Happy, healthy, and active dogs are our goals.
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