GDA14: Keeping Older Dogs Healthy with Dr. Nancy Kay - a podcast by Fernando Camacho

As our dogs get older their needs change and to keep them healthy we have to make sure we keep on top of the many things that can affect their longevity. We need to be very aware of our dog’s health and “be our dog’s advocate,” as Dr. Nancy Kay, my guest on this week’s show, puts it.

When are dogs reach senior dog status it’s super important to understand that they are very different than when they were younger and we need to consider different aspects of their health to keep them healthy and happy.

This is very important to me because my dog, Hayley, is turning 13 this winter. I want to make sure I’m doing everything I can to keep her living a happy life and have her around for as long as possible.

In this episode:

3:44  Meet Dr. Kay

5:48  At what age your dog becomes a senior dog

9:28  Common ailments to expect as dogs get older

13:35  The most important thing you can do to help your dog’s mobility

18:58  How often you should take your dog to the vet for check ups

21:21  Symptoms to watch out for

23:30  How we should limit our older dog’s activity

26:03  Supplements that can help dog’s as they get older

29:40  Should we continue to vaccinate older dogs

34:00  How to know when it’s time to let your dog go

39:31  What you can find in Dr. Kay’s books

46:30  Training Tip

Links:

Speaking For Spot (Dr. Kay’s website)

Dr. Kay’s buy one, get one free book offer

Dr. Kay on Facebook

Dr. Kay’s Blog

 

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