Senior Dog Health Conditions (35)
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3 Ways to Help Your Pet Live a Longer Life
By Dr. Marty Becker, January 26, 2015My wife, Teresa, and I live with a pack of senior or near-senior animals. We love them dearly, and we’re looking forward to many more happy years with them. As I’m sure you know, a long life… Full Article ›
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What to Expect When Your Dog Gets Older
January 9, 2015Dogs age faster than humans. The average life expectancy of a medium-size dog is about 12 years and depends on many factors, including breed, size, genetics, nutrition, environment and vaccination… Full Article ›
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How to Help Keep Your Senior Dog's Mind and Body Healthy
By Mikkel Becker, September 30, 2014Aging can take a toll on your dog, both physically and mentally, and this can lead to a variety of behavior problems. You can help keep your senior dog healthy and happy by exercising his mind as… Full Article ›
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Help Keep Your Senior Dog Mentally and Physically Sharp
By Mikkel Becker, September 22, 2014I have a special place in my heart for elderly canines. I serve on the board of The Grey Muzzle Organization, a group devoted to assisting senior shelter dogs; as a trainer, I work with elderly dogs… Full Article ›
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Senior Cat and Dog Wellness: 7 Things You Should Know
By Shayna Meliker, September 17, 2014September is Senior Pet Wellness Month, which makes it the perfect time to brush up on the most important health and behavior tips for aging cats and dogs. Whether you're caring for an old pet now or… Full Article ›
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Treating Your Senior Pet's Aches and Pains
By Dr. Marty Becker, September 9, 2014It’s so easy to tell when our animals — even older pets — are happy or joyous. We know that they are glad to see us or excited about going for a walk or passionate about chasing a laser toy. But… Full Article ›
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Senior Pet Survey: How Well Do Vets and Owners Communicate?
By Kristen Seymour, August 11, 2014We've looked into how veterinary professionals and readers understand and use the terms "senior" and "geriatric" when referring to aging pets, but there's more to the story than… Full Article ›
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Keep Your Senior Dog Cool in the Summer Heat
By Dr. Marty Becker, August 6, 2014It's summer, and it’s pretty darn hot out there. I’m trying hard to stay cool, and my dogs are, too. When it’s hot, hot, hot outside, it’s especially important to protect senior pets from… Full Article ›
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Your Senior Dog: What to Expect at 16+ Years
April 9, 2014Pat yourself on the back. You’re a great pet owner. If your dog has enjoyed 16-plus years, it’s because he’s had a well-cared-for life. Now it’s up to you to make his twilight… Full Article ›
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Your Senior Dog: What to Expect at 7-9 Years
March 6, 2014Midlife. We welcome or dread it in our own lives, aware that our bodies aren’t what they used to be. Our pooches may not have the same awareness, but their bodies will experience many of the… Full Article ›
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Is My Pet Sick or Just Getting Older?
By Dr. Ann Hohenhaus, January 22, 2014As our pets get older, we expect them to slow down as part of the aging process, but how much slowing down is too much? What signs should pet owners watch out for in their senior pets that may… Full Article ›
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4 Signs of Canine Cognitive Dysfunction
By Dr. Marty Becker , January 14, 2014Does your old dog seem to be increasingly forgetful? Does he come into a room and then act as though he doesn’t know why he’s there? Or, worse, has he started having accidents in the… Full Article ›