Dogs, known as the most loyal partner of mankind, often have loving and harmonious families to adopt a puppy and let their warm companion penetrate every corner of life. But time passes, and even these faithful little creatures cannot resist the pas...
Dogs, known as the most loyal partner of mankind, often have loving and harmonious families to adopt a puppy and let their warm companion penetrate every corner of life.
But time passes, and even these faithful little creatures cannot resist the passage of time and will eventually usher in the twilight years of life.
So, when your dog reaches the end of your life journey, what are the heartbreaking changes they will have?
First, the most significant thing is health fragility:
1. Shadow of chronic diseases:
As immunity declines, elderly dogs are more susceptible to chronic diseases, such as diabetes, heart disease, kidney disease, etc.
This requires us to remain alert, detect and treat these diseases in a timely manner, so as not to worsen the disease and torture our friends.
2. Daily life of joint troubles:
Problems such as arthritis and hip developmental abnormalities frequently plague them, making movements of older dogs difficult and sometimes even losing the ability to walk.
years have carved marks on their cartilage and joints, making them more susceptible to injury.
3. Heavy burden on bones:
Aging bones gradually become fragile, and their legs and waist muscle strength also decreases, followed by bone problems such as arthritis.
You will notice that your dog's pace has become slow and pretentious, and you can no longer return to the vitality that once was.
Secondly, it is the penetration of aging in daily life:
01 Audio-visual degeneration:
The eyesight and hearing of the dog are obviously not as good as before. They may accidentally hit the glass door or wall, and their reactions become slow to the call of their owners.
02 Changes in bowel habits:
As you get older, the dog's bowel mechanism will also undergo changes.
The decline in physical strength, especially the weakening of hind legs, and the decline in digestive function, often leads to constipation or incomplete bowel movements in elderly dogs, which not only increases the discomfort of the dog, but also causes many inconveniences to the owner.
In response to this phenomenon, as their loyal guardians, we can increase fruits and vegetables rich in high fiber by adjusting our diet. Appropriate exercise and sufficient moisture can also effectively relieve the troubles of constipation.
03 The decline in vitality:
Once you enter the old age, the dog's activity will be significantly reduced. The little guy who used to run around now prefers to lie quietly, even if he walks around, he is still staggering.
04 The habit of sleeping:
Older dogs love sleeping more and more. They like to enjoy a quiet afternoon in the warm sunshine, and often hard to wake up even when they are sleeping.
05 Loss of appetite:
Dogs with strong appetite in the past will gradually lose interest in food. Although the food you prepared was once their favorite, now you can only barely eat a few bites and then shake your tail to express your satisfaction.
06The difficulty of going up and down the steps:
As time goes by, even small dogs will find that going up and down the steps becomes more and more difficult. This is a signal that cannot be ignored, reminding us that we need to care and care for these elderly friends more.
In the twilight years of dogs, as dog owners, we need to pay attention to the following things:
1. Dietary adjustment: As the digestive system ages, we should choose more digestible and nutritious dog food to meet their nutritional needs.
2. Moderate exercise: Although older dogs are no longer as active as they were when they were young, modest exercise can still help them maintain their health.
3. Health Care: It is crucial to take your dog to undergo health checks regularly and identify and deal with potential health problems in a timely manner.
4. Sincere company: At the dusk of life, they need your love and company even more. Interact with them more and give them warmth and care. If you find them in a low mood, occasional delicious snacks can also bring joy.
What age has your dog entered?
