Sentences with phrase «of geriatric dogs»

Owners of geriatric dogs with leaky bladders or of a female dog in heat will testify to the worth of these products.

By some estimations, greater than 30 % of geriatric dogs are affected by heart disease.

When she is not walking her herd of geriatric dogs, Dr. Gregory «picks things up and puts them down» at a crossfit / kettlebell training gym, and enjoys cooking and exploring the seacoast region with her husband.

Nutrition and metabolism of the geriatric dog.

Not exact matches

Dealing with an endless stream of dogs, cats and other discarded creatures — from newborns to geriatric, healthy or unable to stand, once pampered or having known nothing but misery, highly adoptable or presumably hopeless — can be too painful, too frustrating, too sad, for a right - minded person to endure....

Hunting, conformation, agility, hospital or geriatric therapy are all appropriate outlets for this spark plug of a dog.

Depending on breed, dogs and cats are generally considered geriatric by the age of 7.

Dr. Mary Gardner has a love affair with old dogs and skinny old cats, and she is the co-editor of Treatment and Care of the Veterinary Geriatric Patient, an extraordinarily...

Unless your dog is geriatric, the only way you'll see a «mental handicap» in dogs is if they suffer some sort of neurological damage.

Deb enjoys life with her wonderful husband, Andy and their dog Pixie (Captain of our boat), 6 beautiful feline kids and 1 geriatric bunny.

«We find that most dogs become geriatric after age 12, and that at 12 - ish they are like humans at 65,» said Judith Piper, founder and executive director of the rescue group Old Dog Haven in Lake Stevens, Wash..

Canine Plus Senior Multivitamin for geriatric dogs combines a balance of vitamins, minerals, essential fatty acids and antioxidants to maintain the physical and mental well - being of senior dogs.

As scientists learn more about the individual needs of breeds, performance dogs, puppies, couch pets, middle - aged dogs, and geriatric dogs, they design and test diets to meet those needs.

A: While every dog is different, most canines enter their geriatric phase at 7 to 8 years of age.

If your dog is too old to do vigorous exercise then give them lots of slow short walks in nature or social time with other geriatric dogs.

Due to the level of care needed with geriatric pets, we do not accept new clients with dogs over 10 years old for boarding.

«We work with a cooperative of 150 to 200 rescues,» explains the animal lover, who lives on Staten Island with her partner, four dogs (three Jack Russell rescues and a geriatric Chihuahua) and four cats.

• increases the risk of cardiac hemangiosarcoma by a factor of 1.6 • triples the risk of hypothyroidism • increases the risk of progressive geriatric cognitive impairment • triples the risk of obesity, a common health problem in dogs with many associated health problems • quadruples the small risk (< 0.6 %) of prostate cancer • doubles the small risk (5; this is a common cancer and major cause of death in some breeds • triples the risk of hypothyroidism • increases the risk of obesity by a factor of 1.6 - 2, a common health problem in dogs with many associated health problems • causes urinary «spay incontinence» in 4 - 20 % of female dogs • increases the risk of persistent or recurring urinary tract infections by a factor of 3 - 4 • increases the risk of recessed vulva, vaginal dermatitis, and vaginitis, especially for female dogs spayed before puberty • doubles the small risk (< 1 %) of urinary tract tumors • increases the risk of orthopedic disorders • increases the risk of adverse reactions to vaccinations One thing is clear — much of the spay / neuter information that is available to the public is unbalanced and contains claims that are exaggerated or unsupported by evidence.

Remember that heat and humidity are more stressful for puppies, geriatric dogs, dogs that are overweight or out of condition, dogs with chronic illnesses, and dogs with shortened faces such as Boxers, English Bulldogs, Pekingese, and French Buldogs.

A grant from Grey Muzzle helps Great Plains SPCA with their Canine Geriatric Specialty Assessment Program, covering medical expenses associated with the rehoming of senior dogs living in the shelter and foster care.

For smaller breed dogs, your vet (in consultation with you) may elect to wait a couple of years before doing any geriatric monitoring.

Regardless of their breed or size, both geriatric cats and dogs are at risk of developing diseases such as kidney disease, often characterized by excessive drinking of water, combined with increased urination, and often, weight loss.

At this time, there are very few rescue groups in the United States that specialize in helping homeless senior dogs, though the issue of geriatric rescue dogs is found in every municipal animal shelter and humane society, and with rescue leagues of all shapes and sizes.

Weight gain in geriatric dogs increases the risk of health problems, whereas weight loss is a bigger concern for geriatric cats.

Although geriatric or sedentary dogs may show no apparent symptoms of congestive heart failure until its advanced stages, habitually active adult dogs usually show some common signs of distress.

The liver and kidneys of older dogs have a harder time metabolizing daily doses of medications, so many vets are cautious with the types of NSAIDs they prescribe to geriatric patients.

Over 90 % of geriatric cats and one in five dogs over the age of seven are afflicted with the condition.

Often, such geriatric dogs come already taking Rimadyl for arthritis pain, even in the presence of elevated liver enzymes.

As dogs move into the geriatric phase of their lives, they experience gradual changes that are remarkably like those of ageing humans: hair can turn grey, their bodies are not as supple and reflexes not as sharp as they once were.

A fully - vaccinated dog is a dog who has received at least 2 DHLPP or DAPP vaccines, one of which was given in the last 3 years and at the age of 4 months or older, that IS NOT immunocompromised (happens in geriatric [elderly] dogs) or on prednisone or steroids; AND DOES NOT have cancer, Cushing's Disease, or any other severe disease that is compromising their health.

Although an increasing number of veterinarians promote geriatric exams for older cats and dogs, many are not accustomed to doing the same for rabbits.

This is a common cause of urinary incontinence in female dogs of all ages and in geriatric cats.

210, No. 8, April 15, 1997, pp. 1134 - 1136 Hunthausen W, Behavior Problems: Find a long - term solution instead of a quick fix, Veterinary Economics, May 1996 pp. 39 - 40 Hunthausen W, Housesoiling and the geriatric dog, Veterinary Medicine — Supplement, August 1995, pp. 4 - 15 Hunthausen W, Collecting the history of a pet with a behavior problem, Veterinary Medicine, October 1994, p 954 Hunthausen W, Identifying and treating behavior problems in geriatric dogs, Veterinary Medicine, September 1994, p. 688 - 700 Hunthausen W, Dealing with Feline Housesoiling: A practitioner's guide, Veterinary Medicine, August 1993, pp. 726 - 735 Hunthausen W, It's Time to Offer Behavior Services, Veterinary Economics, November, 1991, pp. 52 - 57 Hunthausen W, The causes, treatment, and prevention of canine destructive chewing, Veterinary Medicine, October 1991, pp. 1007 - 1010

Senior cats and dogs, 7 years of age and older are eligible to receive this labwork at 50 % of the normal fee during an annual, geriatric or wellness examination, a savings of $ 86.15.

Age also does not seem to be a factor, puppies can develop these skin problems as early as a few months of age, and geriatric dogs may suddenly show signs of it when they have had no previous history of any type of itchy skin conditions.

DEXDOMITOR and DEXDOMITOR 0.1 have not been evaluated for use in breeding, pregnant, or lactating dogs or cats; in dogs younger than 16 weeks of age or in cats younger than 12 weeks of age; or in geriatric dogs or cats.

Certain breeds of dogs seem to be prone to periodontal disease, including poodles, schnauzers, terriers, pomeranians, plus any breed of geriatric animal.

VCA Tri-County Animal Hospital offers a wide range of primary care & advanced care services for cats, dogs & ferrets including: • Allergy and Itchy Skin Relief • Complex Surgical Procedures • Dental Care • Dentistry • Diabetes Treatment • Flea & Tick Control • Full Diagnostic Services • General Surgery • Geriatric Medicine • Health Certificates • Health Exams • Hospitalization • Immunizations • Internal Medicine • Microchipping • Nutrition Services • Pain Management • Parasite Control • Pet Food • Radiology • Routine Surgeries • Senior Wellness • Spays and Neuter • Vaccinations • Weight Management Program • Wellness Exams Please call us today for inquiries about our veterinarian services or to schedule your pet's appointment.

Dehydration increases the risk of liver and kidney damage, so it's important for your dog to always have access to plenty of water, especially if your dog is geriatric or extremely active.

ParkView Animal Hospital offers a comprehensive list of services: Wellness Examinations Geriatric Pet Care Vaccinations Dentistry Surgery / Laser Surgeries Radiology Ultrasonography Laboratory Services Heartworm Testing Flea Control Pet Nutrition Grooming Intestinal Parasite Prevention Allergy Testing for Dogs and Cats Pet Identifications (Microchip)

We specialize in the treatment of cats, dogs and geriatric pets.

The results of aging in the geriatric dog can mimic apathetic behavior, but the signs are merely the evidence of slowing down.

Types of Pets Seen: Dogs Cats We're pleased to offer the following services: Complete Dental Cleaning Ultrasonic Descaling of Tartar Polishing (to help keep tartar from coming back) Deep Gingival Cleanings Tooth Extractions Constant Monitoring of Patients During Procedures Requiring Anesthesia All Dental Patients Recieve Pre-Dental Blood Screenings (to help insure safety) Comprehensive Physical Exam Cardiovascular Exams Dental Exams Dermatological Exams Geriatric Exams Ophthalmic Exams Orthopedic Exams Puppy and Kitten Exams Reproduction Exams Sick / Injured Exams Wellness Exams Full Laboratory Service Urine Test Fecal Test Cytology of Ears and Skin Blood Test (Hematology / Chemistries) Heartworm Testing Specialty Testing (Blood Tests / Cytology / Biopsy / Endocrine Disorders / etc..)

In fact, most dogs die of unrelated disease processes brought on by aging — they are already geriatric when Cushing's is first diagnosed.»

Borgman's practice, which includestwo other full - time veterinarians and one part - time vet, offers owners of cats and dogs a diverse range of services, including pediatric and geriatric care, dermatological care, surgical procedures and diagnostic imaging, such as X-rays.

It's such a fundamental tool in geriatric pet care that most veterinary diagnostic labs have a test called a «geriatric panel» with added features such as thyroid testing, geared toward the special concerns of older dogs.

Usually when we think of cataracts we commonly associate them with Geriatric Dogs.

As someone who has shared her life recently with two large breed, geriatric dogs, I can attest firsthand that having a little bit of help can make all the difference in the world.

While she enjoys all aspects of her job, she has an affinity for geriatric herding dogs.

* Ageless Advice to Bring Out the Best in Senior Pets: America is undergoing a gray (muzzle) revolution with more than one - third of dogs and cats in homes reaching senior or even geriatric status.