{"id":4229,"date":"2023-11-13T02:48:41","date_gmt":"2023-11-13T02:48:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thehomesteadanimalhospital.com\/?p=4229"},"modified":"2023-11-14T02:56:43","modified_gmt":"2023-11-14T02:56:43","slug":"5-ways-to-support-your-pet-through-their-senior-years","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thehomesteadanimalhospital.com\/5-ways-to-support-your-pet-through-their-senior-years\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Ways to Support Your Pet Through Their Senior Years"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Each life stage your pet enters requires specialized care to ensure they remain happy and healthy and by your side for many years. As your furry pal enters their senior years, they experience a new set of unique health and wellness challenges that can impact their quality of life. Fortunately, you can help your senior pet stay in great shape throughout their golden years. Put our <\/span><b>Homestead Animal Hospital<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehomesteadanimalhospital.com\/team\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">team\u2019s<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> tips into action to support your aging pet.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">#1: Keep your pet\u2019s muscles and joints strong<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehomesteadanimalhospital.com\/7-feline-arthritis-facts\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">arthritis<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can develop in young pets, the condition is much more common in senior pets. As the joint cartilage degrades and the bones grind together, painful inflammation results, making normal activities difficult and uncomfortable. Although arthritis is a degenerative process, you can preserve your senior pet\u2019s joint function, mobility, and comfort by:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Focusing on weight management <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014 Pets kept at a lean body weight <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.purinainstitute.com\/science-of-nutrition\/extending-healthy-life\/life-span-study-in-dogs\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">live longer<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and put less pressure on sore, stiff joints. Obesity prevention not only helps your pet remain mobile, but also lessens their risk of developing a multitude of serious health conditions, including diabetes, heart disease, and some cancers. Keep your pet at a healthy weight by accurately measuring their meals in appropriate portions and giving only low-calorie treats.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Exercising regularly <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014 Daily exercise is key to not only keeping your pet at a healthy weight, but also ensuring joints and muscles remain strong. Try low-impact activities such as walking, swimming, and gentle games of fetch or chase to keep your senior pet active.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Giving joint supplements <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014 Adding joint supplements or switching to a prescription diet can help reduce inflammation, preserve cartilage, and support a healthy weight.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">#2: Make a point to brush your pet\u2019s teeth<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tackling your feisty Chihuahua to brush their teeth does not sound like fun, but toothbrushing is incredibly important for their health and wellbeing. Pets can develop <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehomesteadanimalhospital.com\/pet-dental-health-faqs\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">dental disease<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in a few short years, and senior pets often suffer from advanced periodontal problems that cause significant pain, difficulty with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehomesteadanimalhospital.com\/appetite-and-thirst-keys-to-your-pets-health-status\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">eating and drinking<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, systemic infection, and organ disease.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you can\u2019t brush your pet\u2019s teeth every day, aim for at least two to three times per week to minimize plaque and tartar accumulation. <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.vohc.org\/all_accepted_products.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Approved<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> dental treats and chews and food and water additives can also keep dental disease at bay.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to your senior pet\u2019s at-home dental care plan, schedule regular <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehomesteadanimalhospital.com\/dentistry\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">veterinary oral exams and cleanings<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> so you can find hidden disease and eradicate bacteria above and below the gumline. Most pets should have annual dental cleanings, but some have unique situations that necessitate more frequent professional dental care.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">#3: Focus on mental health and enrichment<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cognitive dysfunction often goes undiagnosed in senior pets because their owners attribute the signs to normal aging changes. But, altered sleep patterns, disorientation, confusion, and memory issues are clinical signs of cognitive dysfunction that proactive management can help.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep your furry pal\u2019s mind sharp with these daily mental enrichment activities:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Training sessions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Treat puzzles<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Interactive toys<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Games that encourage natural behavior (e.g., sniffing, digging, scratching, climbing)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your pet enjoys the company of other people and pets, set up playdates with pets who have similar play styles and personalities.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">#4: Modify your home for easy navigation<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As your pet ages and their body begins to wear out, they can develop conditions that make regular life more challenging. They may lose their vision because of diabetes, glaucoma, or hypertension, and their hearing may fade, making them anxious, which may cause them to become defensive when startled. Joint pain and degenerative conditions can make navigation difficult, particularly on slippery surfaces.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Modify your home and your pet\u2019s living area so they can move around with ease and comfort with the following upgrades:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Firm orthopedic bedding<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carpet runners, rugs, and yoga mats<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Elevated food and water dishes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nightlights\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ramps or steps<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A private resting area<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">#5: Stay on top of preventive veterinary care<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-4230\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thehomesteadanimalhospital.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/shutterstock_1789432349.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"623\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thehomesteadanimalhospital.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/shutterstock_1789432349-200x125.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.thehomesteadanimalhospital.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/shutterstock_1789432349-300x187.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thehomesteadanimalhospital.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/shutterstock_1789432349-400x249.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.thehomesteadanimalhospital.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/shutterstock_1789432349-600x374.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.thehomesteadanimalhospital.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/shutterstock_1789432349-768x478.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thehomesteadanimalhospital.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/shutterstock_1789432349-800x498.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.thehomesteadanimalhospital.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/shutterstock_1789432349.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The single best way to support your pet through their senior years is by staying on top of their <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehomesteadanimalhospital.com\/wellness-care\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">preventive care<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with regular veterinary exams that can extend and improve quality of life by:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preventing infectious disease through appropriate vaccination<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehomesteadanimalhospital.com\/pet-diagnostics\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Detecting<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> disease in its earliest stages<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Monitoring chronic health conditions and treatment response<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Screening for and preventing parasitic infections<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Providing professional dental care<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recommending nutritional support for various health conditions<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As your pet grows older, more frequent wellness visits are essential for early disease detection, chronic condition management, and general preventive care. Typically, senior pets should receive wellness care every six months, with more frequent exams if they need a chronic condition monitored.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reward your senior pet\u2019s lifetime of love with the same level of devotion through regular preventive care. Give our <\/span><b>Homestead Animal Hospital<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> team a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehomesteadanimalhospital.com\/contact\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">call to schedule<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> your pet\u2019s appointment. <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Each life stage your pet enters requires specialized care to ensure they remain happy and healthy and by your side for many years. As your furry pal enters their senior years, they experience a new set of unique health and wellness challenges that can impact their quality of life. 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