Keeping Your Senior Dog Healthy: Signs and Symptoms To Be Aware Of

Most dogs enter their golden years between 7 and 10 years of age. Larger breeds become seniors much sooner than smaller dog breeds. You may notice the graying of their coat as they age, particularly around the muzzle—but there are other, more subtle signs that your dog is aging. Knowing these signs and what they mean will help you keep your pet healthier and help them live longer.

How do you decide whether the changes in your dog are just normal aging or perhaps a more serious senior problem? Many dog owners will ignore the warning signs of an easily treatable disease because they seem conducive to normal aging. Take a moment to learn about aging in dogs and what to look for in order to keep them feeling their best

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