Oldtimer

So You Have an Old Dog

I get this question a lot.

“I’ve got an older dog and I wanna do “all I can” to extend life, but more importantly QUALITY of LIFE”

MOST of the time it comes down to “getting around comfortably” and not losing condition quickly.

Aging in dogs *actually* has to do with:

  1. Teeth Quality THIS IS THE LINK
  2. Organ Function
  3. Neurological Function (Mobility, but also Mentation – Dementia)
  4. Orthopedic Function or Dysfunction (Mobility)
  5. Immune System and Anti-Oxidants
  6. Cancer
  7. When “It’s Time” to Let Them Go

 

Author: Dr. Erik Johnson
Dr. Erik Johnson is the author of several texts on companion animal and fish health. Johnson Veterinary Services has been operating in Marietta, GA since 1996. Dr Johnson graduated from the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine in 1991. Dr Johnson has lived in Marietta Georgia since 1976.