Sentences with phrase «senior dog diseases»

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Arthritis: also known as degenerative joint disease, arthritis is one of the most common ailments in senior dogs and cats.

Diabetes and kidney disease rank among common conditions afflicting senior dogs.

Chronic active hepatitis is and inflammatory disease of the liver common in small to medium breed dogs, but can occur in any breed of dog, male or female, can occur at any age, although most affected dogs fall in the middle age to senior age range.

This disease happens progressively, often in senior dogs.

Puppies and senior dogs have a higher risk of dying from the disease because they have a lower amount of body fluid, in ratio to their body weight.

If it has any of the common diseases that affect senior dogs as we have presented in the preceding discussion, then you must be made fully aware of specific diets.

Early detection of these changes can help prevent the progression of disease and minimize the suffering of a senior dog.

«However, if your dog is slowing down mentally or physically or has other diseases associated with geriatric dogs, changing his diet to a senior diet or other therapeutic diet is probably your best bet.»

«This is a concern because senior dogs and cats are the pet population at greatest risk of developing chronic and degenerative diseases that result in a decrease in quality of life,» said Dr. Janice Trumpeter, Co-Chair of PHP and Deputy Chief Executive Director of AAHA.

TIP # 1: Determine the nutritional requirements of your dog according to life stage (puppy, adult, senior, reproduction, performance) and special needs (weight loss, allergy, renal disease, heart disease).

Looking at dog food today, we find all - life - stages food, puppy food, adult food, senior food, food for dogs with sensitive stomachs or sensitive skin, food for herding, sporting, toy, terrier, large, and giant breed dogs, vegetarian food, high performance food for working dogs, reduced calorie and light food for couch potato dogs, food for dogs with heart disease, kidney disease, liver disease, arthritis, digestive problems, cancer, diabetes, bladder stones, dandruff and dirty teeth.

Senior Dogs - Degenerative joint disease (DJD) or arthritis are the most common causes of lameness

If your senior dog has have kidney disease, talk to your vet about how to find the right balance.

Up to 75 percent of senior dogs experience some form of heart disease.

Dental and / or periodontal disease is common to senior dogs and can be very painful for the dog and very expensive for a new adopter!

Our hospital offers and encourages Preventive Medicine Services through early disease detection and wellness programs for adult and senior dogs.

Arthritis is a common disease affecting cats and dogs, especially large breed dogs and senior pets, and can greatly affect their quality of life.

Age itself is not a disease, but some of the other changes we see in our senior dogs are signs of disease.

In addition, some senior dogs may have an autoimmune disease and should not have vaccinations because the vaccines will challenge the immune system to work harder.

We might want to blame «old age» for any disease in our senior dogs and look the other way for fear of what lies ahead.

Kidney disease, diabetes, and hypothyroidism (in dogs) hyperthyroidism (in cats) are common diseases in senior pets, and many treatments are available if detected early.

However, don't be shocked when your senior dog develops periodontal disease from a decade without a dental cleaning!

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However, a wise veterinarian once said that «age is not a disease», so senior dogs should not be disqualified from treatment options solely because of their age.

In reality, higher levels of phosphorus are what can lead to kidney disease, and high protein diets are essential for senior dogs, because they need amino acids to counteract the loss of muscle mass.

Posted on October 11, 2011 By lightfootway BEHAVIOR, CATS, DISEASE, DOGS, DRUG THERAPIES, FIRST AID, FLOWER ESSENCES, HEALTH, HOMEOPATHIC REMEDIES, NATURAL HEALTH, NATURAL MEDICINE, NATURAL PET HEALTH BLOG, NUTRITION, OTHER PETS, SENIOR PETS, UNCATEGORIZED

There are some underlying diseases that may cause blindness in senior pets: These are kidney failure and the resulting hypertension that comes with kidney failure, as well as diabetes in dogs and cats.

Posted on December 12, 2011 By lightfootway BEHAVIOR, BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT, CATS, DISEASE, DOGS, FIRST AID, FLOWER ESSENCES, HEALTH, HOMEOPATHIC REMEDIES, NATURAL HEALTH, NATURAL MEDICINE, NATURAL PET HEALTH BLOG, NUTRITION, OTHER PETS, PET LOSS, SENIOR PETS, UNCATEGORIZED

For a long - time, there was a misconception that greater amounts of protein in a senior dog food would lead to kidney disease, so senior dog food was made with lower protein.

Posted on September 12, 2011 By lightfootway AGGRESSION, BEHAVIOR, BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT, BLOGS, CATS, DAYCARE, DISEASE, DOGS, FIRST AID, FLOWER ESSENCES, HEALTH, HOMEOPATHIC REMEDIES, NATURAL HEALTH, NATURAL MEDICINE, NATURAL PET HEALTH BLOG, NUTRITION, SENIOR PETS, SPAY / NEUTER, VACCINAITONS, WEIGHT MANAGEMENT

Early medical detection and treatment of diseases in your senior dog can only be accomplished through regular examinations and screening tests.

Dr. Stephanie Janeczko, Senior Director of the ASPCA's Shelter Medical Programs, notes that when dealing with infectious respiratory disease in dogs, it's also important to remember that the same pathogen can have a mild presentation in one animal, yet cause severe or even fatal disease in another.

It's an extremely debilitating disease affecting the quality of life and mobility of many dogs, especially senior aged, large breeds (and their mixes).

Apples are especially great for senior dogs or ones prone to certain diseases, since they're low in fat and protein.

Common Health Issues in Senior Dogs: Arthritis, cancer, prostate disease, cognitive disorders, intestinal problems, deafness, dental disease, diabetes mellitus, kidney disease, liver disease, and vision problems.

When examinations are done health problems like heart disease, kidney disorder, arthritis checkup and other similar medical scans are revealed for all senior dogs.

Senior dogs, who suffer from advanced gum disease or who have already lost teeth, can benefit from dog food formulas high in moisture content which is easier for them to consume.

Senior dogs and pooches with specific diseases require a tailor - made diet.

By preventing your dog from contracting a disease during puppy and adult years, it will have a healthier life during its senior years.

A senior dog may not be eating due to a loss of smell or difficulty in chewing due to gum or oral diseases.

Your dog can enjoy excellent health even in its senior years because it will be able to fight off diseases.

«While being old is not a disease, it is important to get advice from your dog's veterinarian about how much exercise and what types of exercise are appropriate for an individual senior dog.»

So what can you do to help your senior dog retain his teeth, minimize oral discomfort and avoid serious dental disease?

In addition, its innovative FLEX deck design was especially designed with joint health in mind, which makes it great for seniors and dogs with arthritis and joint disease.

Health problems like arthritis, liver disease and kidney failure are some of the most common pet owners of senior dogs will have to deal with.

As these disease processes develop, work with your veterinarian to add on specific supplements or prescription dog food diets that will keep your senior dog healthy.

Cushing's disease typically affects senior dogs, usually 8 years and older.

Puppies and Kittens to senior dogs and cats should start on the path of disease protection today.

I start my own dogs on glucosamine / chondroitin when they are young to protect their joints, but these supplements are even more important for seniors with degenerative joint disease.

Many of the chronic diseases in senior dogs and cats are slow to progress, therefore early recognition is important and requires diagnostic tests.