Owning a dog is one of the best things ever, but that doesn’t mean it doesn’t have its problems. One of the worst phases of having a dog part of the family is watching them become older. The majority of canines are classed as senior dogs at around seven years of age, possibly even sooner…
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An older dog still needs daily exercise – here’s how to achieve it
Senior dogs still need adequate daily exercise to keep them healthy and happy. However, an activity that might suit a young pup won’t be appropriate for an older canine. The best form of exercise for a senior dog is, of course, walking. Your pet might not be able to walk quite as far as previously,…
Five signs of disease in older dogs
One of the realities in life is that your dog is likely to reach old age before you do! Middle age in dogs begins from seven years old, with some larger breeds ageing even sooner. As a nation, we are getting better and better at looking after our pets. With improvements in the food…