senior dog chronic conditions
This blog post will start with symptoms of enlarged spleen in dogs, explore causes of enlarged spleen in dogs, diagnosis of dog enlarged spleen, dog enlarged spleen treatment, diet for dog with enlarged spleen and enlarged spleen in dogs’ life expectancy. What is an enlarged spleen in dogs Dog enlarged spleen, also known as splenomegaly …
Many dog owners are baffled as to how to get an old dog up stairs. The following are the most common reasons why the old dog is unwilling to go up the stairs, struggles to go up the stairs, or lingers in front of the stairs: Causes of struggles to go up the stairs Slippery …
It is rare for an old dog falls over when pooping. Simply put, this can be caused by one of two factors: The joints are unable to withstand the pressure of squatting, fail to maintain balance, and collapse. Nervous system lesions impair the dog’s ability to perceive and control body muscles in order to maintain …
Paw knuckling in older dogs is common, especially those with chronic joint disease. Let’s take a look at the most common symptoms and causes of knuckling. Typical symptoms of knuckling Here are typical symptoms of knuckling: Walking on top of foot/paw. Toes dragging on the ground during walking or significant swaying or swaying when the …
Old dog shivering but not cold is a symptom that dog owners should be aware of, as it differs from adult dogs shaking due to excitement or fear. In general, the shivering of old dogs is frequently associated with their own diseases. When this symptom appears, we should first look for other symptoms that are …
Weight loss or non-gain of weight is less common in older dogs compared to obesity. Obesity in senior dogs is more likely to catch the attention of dog owners, as evidenced by the best-selling weight control kibble for senior dogs. When an older dog loses weight, it may be a relief rather than a source …
It’s very common for old dog crying after eating. I was recently a guest at a friend’s house. Her 10-year-old Labrador named Leo began crying when he finished eating. When my friend approached to appease, Leo would be a little quieter, but he would not stop complaining softly, which made my friend very upset. She …
When an old dog coughs after drinking water, it is often a harmless phenomenon if it occurs only occasionally, with the cough sounding like a dry cough that recovers quickly after the owner slaps the dog on the shoulder. Sometimes when your old pal is drinking water or eating, he or she may become distracted …
The early signs of dementia in dogs have very important practical reference value for dog owners. Understanding the early signs can help us find clues of old dogs suffering from CCD(Dog dementia, AKA CCD: Canine Cognitive Dysfunction) as soon as possible, allowing us to take measures to delay the development of CCD. CCD in some …
Senior dogs, particularly those suffering from chronic diseases such as kidney disease and diabetes, are predisposed to hypertension. Let’s look at some of the most obvious signs of high blood pressure in dogs: Eyes: – Eye hemorrhage – Eyes cannot focus and dart back – and forth – Retinal detachment – Sudden blindness – Pupil …
