La longevity of dogs increases, and with it we can also see some problems that become common in older dogs. They do not affect everyone, and of course breeds can be prone to certain problems, something that must also be taken into account. The best thing is always to prevent and help the dog to have a healthy life from a young age.
Many problems and diseases Suffering from the elderly is inevitable, but with the right medication we can ensure that the dog has a good quality of life. You always have to be vigilant to realize these problems, since most of them appear little by little.
La blindness and deafness they are usually very common in older dogs. They use smell a lot so it is not such a serious problem. In the case of deafness we will have to communicate more by gestures. In blindness, this can be degenerative or it can be cataracts, which can be operated on.
La arthritis It is another common problem, and it involves wear and tear on cartilage and abnormal bone growth that leads to joint pain and stiffness. Although it is degenerative, there are always medications that slow down this process and help alleviate the dog's pain.
El cancer is becoming more common in dogs, as they live in contaminated human environments and eat industrial feed. The older you are, the greater the risk of suffering from some type of cancer.
Dogs can also suffer from senile dementia, with cognitive problems that we notice little by little. The dog may appear disoriented, suffer from insomnia, or have problems like urinating on the bed when they never have. We must consult with our veterinarian to see if there is any way to help him and above all we must be very patient.