Senior Dog Care

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How to Take Care of Elderly Dogs
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Aging is a normal part of live for every living
species on earth, and our canine companions are
no exception to this universal fact. When you
start to notice a few grays in their muzzle, its
fair to say your loved child is knocking on the
doors of its senior stage of life. All dogs dont
reach seniority at the same age. Aging in dogs
vary as per the dogs breed and their
characteristics. As dogs set a foot in to their
senior age, they all go through both physical and
behavioral changes. This is the time when your
canine requires you the most. They need your
attention and special care.
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Understand their Changes first
Impaired Vision or cloudy eyes Lethargy and
tiredness Decreased appetite Bad
breath Noticeable change in weight Inadequate
sleeping patterns Excessive barking
Disorientation
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Ways to take care of senior dog Significantly
different from a young and growing dog, old dogs
have a different set of requirements, that needs
special attention and care. Here are a few
simple ways to take care of aging dogs Diet
Suitable to their age Aging dogs no longer carry
the same digestive abilities as to the younger
ones. In fact, senior dogs carry a risk of
developing obesity due to lack of physical
work-out. This is why it is crucial to pay
special attention to what we give them to eat.
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Senior dogs diet should include fewer calories,
minimum fat, and maximum nourishment. Check with
your vet for the precise nutritional
requirements of your senior dog.
Physical Work out Daily physical exercise helps
your senior dog up with their ideal weight. Take
them for walks, or light jogs, play fetch, or
whichever game they enjoy. Regular exercise not
only keeps aging dogs fit, but it keeps both
their body and mind busy and boosts their
confidence.
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Regular Vet visits
As dogs get older, their immune system gets
weaker and they become prone to illnesses.
Seeing a veterinarian on a regular basis is a key
to preventing all major illnesses. Even if you
dont sense any ailment in your senior canine,
give your vet a visit at least every 3-4 months
to keep up with your canines health and
wellness.
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Maintain Oral Hygiene
Poor oral health leads to many illnesses. At
worst, compromised oral hygiene may lead to
organ damage as well. This is why maintaining
oral hygiene and taking care of your senior
dogs dental health is crucial to their
well-being. Brush their teeth regularly, give
them dental treats, or take them to a vet
dentist more often.
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Vaccines and Parasitic Treatments
To prevent your aging dog from health
consequences, it is vital to keep up with your
growing dogs vaccination schedule. Moreover, old
dogs are easy targets for various blood-sucking
parasites like fleas, ticks, and worms. Provide
your senior dogs with appropriate parasitic
protections. BudgetPetCare carries a wide range
of flea, tick and worm treatments from popular
brands such as Nexgard, Frontline Plus,
Simparica Trio, Bravecto, and many more. Check
with your vet to get one for your senior dog.
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Grooming
What once used to be a lustrous, shinier coat
becomes dull as a dog grows old. Their skin
becomes dry and itchy if not provided with
appropriate grooming. Brush your senior dogs fur
daily take them for their regular grooming
sessions. Use dog grooming products, such as
skin care shampoos and conditioners to maintain
their skin and coat health.
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Give them your time
As your dog ages, it goes through several
changes. The best thing we as pet parents can to
during this stage of their lives is, give them
our time and relive old memories making the most
of their remaining days. Senior dogs are prone
to anxiety. If they dont find loving guardians
around them, it even gets difficult for them to
cope up with their stress and loneliness. So,
make efforts to spend as much time as you can
with your senior dog and give them your love and
care.
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Conclusion
Aging is an unavoidable fact of canine life.
Seeing our best friend struggle through its
later stages of life can be painful at times. But
we can reduce the pain of our aging canines by
incorporating the methods mentioned in this blog
to help their transition to their golden years
smoother, healthier and most importantly, happier.