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Knowing When It's Time: Quality of Life
This is the decision every owner dreads, and having a structure makes it less impossible than relying on a feeling on a bad day. Use a scale Score hurt,…
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Caring for a Senior Cat
Cats are considered senior from about eleven. They hide decline well, so screening rather than watching is the right approach. Screen for three things…
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Cognitive Dysfunction in Older Pets
Cognitive dysfunction is the animal equivalent of dementia. It is common, under-diagnosed, and partially manageable. The DISHA pattern Disorientation,…
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Arthritis in Dogs: Signs and Management
Arthritis is the commonest cause of chronic pain in older dogs, and the most commonly written off as normal ageing. Signs Stiffness after rest that eases…
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Caring for a Senior Dog: Joints, Diet and Comfort
Dogs are generally considered senior at 7 years, earlier for giant breeds and later for small ones. Ageing is not a disease, but it changes what good care…
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