The accompaniment of your elderly animal.

The accompaniment of your elderly animal.
The life of our pet is never long enough for us because during its longevity, it shares our joys and our sorrows. They also have fun with the family and the dog even goes so far as to protect his family against any danger. So, our dog or our cat is an integral part of the family members.
But, one day will come where the accompaniment of your older animal will be necessary. He will need some changes in his life, whether by old age or because of illness, some habit or treatment that we bring to his dog or cat will have to be adapted for their comfort and good, then to this At this time, you will be confronted with decisions against their destiny.

Recognize the signs of your dog or old cat
Animals age like human beings, they also have signs of aging. This is why the accompaniment of our elderly animal is inevitable. Here are some signs that will help you spot this stage of life. As much for the dog or cat elderly we see as much for one and the other a loss of energy, small white hairs appearing on the head and near muzzle, the coat is often more dull, they will have less than By games and periods will be shortened, more frequent naps, the stairs will surely be more difficult to go up and down for the dog, the appearance of cataracts for some, of small cyst can appear, certain suffering from deafness and sometimes Even these little dogs or small cats will become incontinent. That’s when the master has to make decisions about their loved animal.

Care to make your dog or old cat.
The change of food for the dog or the elderly cat will sometimes be necessary in order to bring them all nutrients, proteins, a decrease of fat that are essential to their health. When you have to change the food of your dog and your cat, the veterinarian remains the best specialist, who can guide you to the best product for your pet.

Even if your dog or cat becomes old, you must continue to take care of it and you have to bring to the old dog or chat adequate care. Some activities must be adjusted according to their physical state, for example: small walks, small periods of games so that the dog can stretch and keep some vitality. A visit to the veterinarian may prove useful because this specialist can prescribe a drug that will improve its condition and by the same effect will slow the signs of old age. They also exist other kinds of treatment that can help them as osteopathy, acupuncture or homeopathic products. Adapt our home to facilitate these trips, a quiet place for the moment of dodo.

The master of the dog or aged cat must be indulgent to them, less demanding and especially to bring them a lot of love. Keep a routine to which they are used to very safe for the animal.

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