Dr. Jon writes daily for PetPlace.com http://www.petplace.com/. The following article was recently posted there and I thought you'd enjoy it too. We know how special our cairns are; especially those fosters for whom we are seeking forever homes where they will know love, maybe for the very first time. For more info, from PetPlace.com, search on "senior" for a list of dog and cat article.I hope you like the article!
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You have probably heard the story about "Stump", the Sussex Spaniel who won the world's most prestigious dog show- the Westminster Dog Show.
Why is this such a cool story? It's because Stump is the oldest dog to ever win the Westminster!
When we think about aging in humans or animals, most of us think it is a state of decline. But this 10-year-old beauty really made people stop and rethink their views on aging.
10-year-old dogs are considered "senior" dogs. So Stump's win at the Westminster Dog Show would be like a senior person winning a beauty contest or a marathon. Talk about a "perfect 10"! Very cool indeed!
So what does Stump's story tell us? Well, it just goes to prove that, with good nutrition and good veterinary care, "10" may be the new "6"!
If your dog is senior dog or soon will be, here are some tips on Making the Transition from Adult to Senior Dog. http://www.petplace.com/dogs/adult-to-senior-dog/page1.aspx
And while you're at it, check out these other good articles on senior dogs:
Commonly Asked Questions About Senior Dogs http://www.petplace.com/dogs/commonly-asked-questions-about-senior-dogs/page1.aspx
Keeping Your Senior Dog Healthy http://www.petplace.com/dogs/keeping-your-senior-dog-healthy/page1.aspx
The Effects of Aging on Dogs http://www.petplace.com/dogs/the-effects-of-aging-on-dogs/page1.aspx
What to Expect as Your Dog Ages
I have one more article for you. It tells you how to care for your geriatric dog. It is a very good article that goes through detailed recommendations for his home care, veterinary care, vaccines, nutrition and more. Go to: How to Care For Your Geriatric Dog. http://www.petplace.com/dogs/geriatric-dog-care/page1.aspx
Until next time,
Dr. Jon
P.S. What is the real way to compare the ages of dogs and people. Are those sayings about "doggy years" true, or are they myths? For the real scoop, read Dogs and People - What is the Age Comparison? http://www.petplace.com/dogs/dogs-and-people-what-is-the-age-comparison/page1.aspx
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