Old Dogs Can Really Tug At Your Heartstrings

Like All Dogs, Old Dogs Make Loyal, Loving And Wonderful Family Pets, Despite Their Twilight Years

One of the toughest things for any dog lover is to watch their beloved friend grow old. Although most will agree, we now have the ability to make the aging process a little easier on our best friend during his twilight years.

We all know that there's nothing more loyal than our faithful companion the dog, they remain forever loyal to us no matter how they feel.

Whether it's arthritis, hip-dysplasia or any other dibilitating illness, nothing seems to stop him from showing his owner and family how much he loves them. Whether he has to pull himself up countless times to follow you from room to room, he will.

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Most people want to do whatever they can to keep their old dog comfortable with age and provide the love and support necessary to care for him properly.

Over the years we have been very lucky with our own dogs who have lived to be fourteen years and older which is considered longevity for big dogs. One of our precious friends lived to be seventeen before she died.

Tips That We Have Learned Over The Years In Caring For An Old Dog...

If your dog has trouble getting around due to pain from arthritis or hip-dysplasia, talk to your vet about an anti-inflammatory such as "Rimadyl", "Etogesic" or "Metacam". Based on our own experience and research, "Metacam" is said to be a little safer than the others.

Please keep in mind that all of these drugs will make your dog feel better, but they are also very hard on the organs. Most veterinarians do routine blood work atleast every six months when on any of the above drugs.

Liquid Glucosamine can provide tremendous relief for dogs with arthritis and hip-dysplasia.

If your old dog is beginning to drag his back legs, dog boots can help keep his feet comfortable. Keep in mind that the boots probably won't last very long, so it's a good idea to buy the less expensive ones.

Once dogs reach a certain age, they sleep more and more. Provide a clean and comfortable bed for your old dog away from any cold air flow. Orthopedic dog beds are very beneficial for dogs suffering from arthritis or hip-dysplasia.

Avoid stairs whether it's up or down as often as possible

A raised food bowl is much easier on dogs of any age

If your old dog has a hard time chewing due to tooth decay or other problems, then the traditional kibbles might be too hard for his sensitve teeth. Consider a canned food or mix canned with dry kibble. You can also add a "little" warm water just before he's ready to eat.

Remember that any sudden food change can upset a dog of any age, so it's best to introduce it slowly over a couple of days. Soft dog treats are also recommended for dogs with chewing problems.

Lots of fresh water for your best friend

If your dog shows signs of confusion or disorientation, he just might be a little senile. Have him checked and if confirmed, talk to your vet about "Selegiline". This is the generic form of "Anipryl" which is a drug used to treat Alzheimers in humans and Senility in canines.

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With age, many dogs will start to show signs of incontinence. Maybe his bed is a little wet at night, etc. For this you can talk to your veterinarian about "Proin" which will take care of the problem easily.

Keep a sweater around for him because he will get an occasional chill

As dogs age, many will develop cataracts. Cloudy or hazy eyes is a good indicator that cataracts are present. Today there are some wonderful all-natural products available that reduce cataracts and treat corneal ulcers as well.

There comes a time in life when it's important to give something back, to care about something more than just ourselves. Old dogs provide us this opportunity.

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