Sentences with phrase «elderly dogs especially»

Adult dogs may gain or lose weight during their lives, and elderly dogs especially tend to lose weight.

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This is especially common with the dog of an elderly owner, as it can sense its master's failing health, and often compensates with increasing protectiveness.

«I know many people only want to adopt puppies, but elderly dogs can be a good option too, especially if they're healthy,» she shares.

We already mentioned above that lactose intolerance is actually quite common in dogs especially among the elderly ones.

It can be used for any dog, even for young puppies as long as you administer the correct dosage and is especially good for elderly dogs improving cognitive function, and reducing the inflammation in painful joints.

However, when your dog grows from a puppy to a full grown dog you don't want them jumping up on people, especially children and the elderly, because it might cause harm.

There is nothing more embarrassing than having guests come into your home and your dog leaps all over them, especially if the guest is wearing good clothes, is elderly, or is a toddler.

BTW, people dying several weeks after a dog bite due to complications — especially elderly people — isn't uncommon.

Wet food is a good supplement to dry food, especially when feeding underweight dogs, dogs recovering and illness, or elderly dogs who may have trouble eating hard kibble.

Eye diseases are commonly found in the spitz, especially in very elderly dogs.

Dogs, especially elderly ones, can suffer from hip dysplasia, a degenerative issue that can be extremely painful for them.

They are especially good dogs for elderly people, as they tend to focus most of their attention to one person, and tune in to that person's emotions.

If you notice any of the symptoms above, it's important to visit your veterinarian as soon as possible (especially if your dog's breed is predisposed or elderly).

According to a 2006 study by Johns Hopkins University researchers, while dog ownership might obligate owners to walk their dogs, only a fraction of owners walked their dogs at least three times a week, and that fraction was especially among elderly dog owners.

The Boston Terrier's lively, friendly character makes him a favorite companion dog, especially for elderly owners and apartment dwellers.

According to a 2005 review in the British Medical Journal, dogs act as «social catalysts,» leading to greater interaction between people and alleviating feelings of loneliness, especially among elderly patients with physical disabilities.

This is especially an issue for elderly dogs who need special care and treatment.

This is one reason why the joint - support category is probably one of the biggest, especially for elderly dogs, Tenorio adds.

Unfortunately, it can be a common occurrence in dogs, especially the young and elderly.