My dog has grown older

There is no exact age at which a dog or cat enters the geriatric stage; it is usually between 7 and 12 years of age, depending on the particular animal.

At this stage, changes occur in our furry friend that we should not overlook and, much less, justify them ‘because he or she is older’.

These changes are inevitable: disturbances in sleep, behaviour, vision, hearing, smell, gait, etc.… but all of these conditions can be improved with minor daily adaptations, supplementation and veterinary medical treatment.

Cellular ageing can lead to a partial and/or progressive loss of senses and brain function, which is why dogs and cats in old age can no longer see, hear and smell as well as they used to.
In addition, disorientation increases and hormone function becomes out of control.
For these alterations there are supplements, rich in vitamins, minerals and omegas that can greatly delay the onset of symptoms, correct behaviour and reduce your pet’s stress.

Gait disturbance: dogs and cats at this age stop running, jumping and moving as they used to, they start to walk more cautiously or perform movements more awkwardly; to limp, to start with greater difficulty… and this is what we justify the most ‘because of age’.
Most dog and cat owners/owners/parents are unaware that there are supplements and/or treatments that can greatly help to reduce these signs and, with them, the associated pain.

We must not forget that it is necessary to carry out general check-ups, both physical examinations and blood tests, as diseases and pathological alterations may appear.

And last but not least! Take care of your diet, it is much more important than you think.
“We are what we eat”.

If you have any doubts about what you can do for your ‘viejito/a’, come to Althaia Veterinary Clinic and we will be happy to guide you and inform you about everything that can help to improve your quality of life.

Dra Sara Coll

«Dedicated to Davy Jones, who made me learn»