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Caring for older dogs
By cuzzy | April 25, 2008
I was sent some pretty informative stuff the other day and wanted to share it with you. It is a very similar story to what is going on with people as a large part of the population gets older and needs more care.
I hate thinking of Bosco getting old but the simple fact is it will happen.
For more information please visit Pet Boomers.
Here is what I was sent.
Forty-five million strong, the “Pet Boomer” generation (cats and dogs age
seven and older) is experiencing many of the same health problems as their
“Human Boomer” counterparts. Yet, most pet owners fail to notice these
signs, therefore missing the opportunity to proactively manage their pets’
health to extend their four-legged friends’ lives by years.
1) Online Video:
This short video segment from Marty Becker, DVM, a nationally
recognized pet expert, author and Good Morning America contributor, features
five common health conditions in aging pets.
2) Not-for-Profit book called The Merial / Merch Manual for Pet Health:
This manual, authored by 200 veterinarians, is the first comprehensive guide to
health care of all pets, especially the Pet Boomer population.
3) PetBoomer.com:
This new Web site is a resource for all pet owners. It
offers quizzes, facts, statistics on the aging pet population and is a terrific
resource for pet owners dealing with traveling with a pet, pet poisons and
emergencies.
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All intersting stuff I would have to say, hope it can help out somebody who is going through this very situation.
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April 25th, 2008 at 10:38 am
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April 30th, 2008 at 10:18 pm
Yeah, that’s right. Older dogs do need more care. Thanks for sharing.
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