Vet Care

Your older dog should visit the vet twice a year for general geriatric check ups. During these visits, your vet should give your dog a comprehensive check-up to identify any emerging geriatric problems and to try to address any issues as early as possible. In between vet check-ups, perform regular physical inspections on your dog. Pay special attention to lumps and bumps, areas on your dog that seem tender to the touch, and any wounds that do not seem to be healing. You should also monitor your dog’s eating and drinking habits and her weight. Also, look for signs and signals that your dog may be unsteady on her feet or have problems seeing or hearing. Any significant changes need to be brought to your vet’s attention. Some conditions that appear more frequently in geriatric dogs include: