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Post by ZandraJoi on Aug 12, 2020 13:59:06 GMT -5
healthypets.mercola.com/sites/healthypets/archive/2020/08/12/senior-dog-well-being-checklist.aspx Story at-a-glance If your dog has reached age 7, he’s officially a senior and it’s a good time to start planning how to make the second half of his life as wonderful as the first Behavior changes and problems with oral health, arthritis, and mysterious lumps and bumps are among the most common maladies affecting aging pets Keeping your dog’s aging body comfortable, feeding a diet that includes human-grade protein, ensuring he gets regular exercise and twice-yearly wellness checkups (with age-tracking bloodwork) are a few of the ways you can ensure he enjoys a good quality of life as he ages
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Post by ZandraJoi on Sept 2, 2020 11:03:55 GMT -5
healthypets.mercola.com/sites/healthypets/archive/2020/09/02/senior-dog-cognitive-decline.aspxStory at-a-glance If you’ve noticed changes in your senior dog’s behavior, it’s likely the result of either a medical problem or cognitive decline (CD); signs of CD are found in 50% of dogs over 11, and 68% by the age of 15 Classic signs of CD include disorientation, a change in interactions with family members or other household pets, sleep disturbances, house soiling and activity level changes Since numerous medical conditions in older dogs have the potential to trigger behavior changes, it’s extremely important for veterinarians to rule out all possible underlying physical causes before arriving at a diagnosis of CD To preserve cognitive health, your older dog should be offered a nutritionally optimal, species-specific diet and beneficial supplements along with adequate age-appropriate exercise, socialization, and mental stimulation It’s also important to minimize all potential stressors in your older dog’s lifestyle and environment, and schedule regular veterinary wellness exams
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Post by ZandraJoi on Sept 16, 2020 9:11:22 GMT -5
healthypets.mercola.com/sites/healthypets/archive/2020/09/16/caring-for-a-senior-dog.aspx Story at-a-glance If your dog is 7 years of age or older, he or she is officially a senior; since taking excellent care of an aging dog requires planning and preparation, now is the time to start Fortunately, as your dog enters his senior years there are many things you can do to make the second half of his life as happy and healthy as the first half Feeding a diet of fresh food, including high-quality protein, and ensuring your canine family member gets regular physical exercise are two must-do's Maintaining her mobility and physical comfort, and ensuring she has opportunities for socialization and mental stimulation are also extremely important My notes: Tips to use before they even reach elderly status.
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Post by ZandraJoi on Nov 23, 2020 12:00:31 GMT -5
healthypets.mercola.com/sites/healthypets/archive/2020/11/23/reasons-to-adopt-a-senior-dog.aspx Story at-a-glance Many older dogs are relinquished to shelters at a time in their lives when they need human companionship most; often they live out the remainder of their lives there Many prospective adopters pass older pets by for a variety of reasons Adopting a senior dog typically has many advantages for pet parents looking for an animal companion who is already housetrained, perhaps obedience trained, socialized and easy to be around Sherri Franklin of Muttville Senior Dog Rescue has recognized a need to create a safe harbor and a hopeful future for senior dogs who find themselves suddenly homeless My notes: I know I'd be hard-pressed to adopt a senior dog myself. They don't live long enough as it is & I have a hard time with losing the ones I have had.
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Post by ZandraJoi on Feb 2, 2021 12:13:33 GMT -5
healthypets.mercola.com/sites/healthypets/archive/2021/02/02/special-needs-of-senior-and-geriatric-cats.aspx Story at-a-glance If your feline family member is 10 years or older, she’s officially a senior citizen or perhaps even a member of the geriatric set; this is the perfect time to take action to ensure she continues to enjoy a wonderful quality of life for the rest of her life Signs of aging in cats include a reduction in jumping and climbing, an increased need for sleep and diminished tolerance for stress To help them fully enjoy their golden years, it’s important to provide older cats with more frequent wellness exams, a stress-free environment, the right diet and supplement protocol, and physical and mental stimulation My notes: Again, just like with older humans & dogs, all creatures need extra care in their advanced years. Bob bradp @catsmother cryptonomica @dazzal ellyfant Emerald @james joshi @lilac @marti safeinsanity @shaliza stluee Lee topsilver
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