When the dog enters old age, there are not only changes in the dog's body, but also the panic in the shoveler's heart, most of which comes from the pain of the dog's death. In fact, the life span of dogs is relatively long, take Teddy, 10 years old can not be regarded as too old, because the average life expectancy of teddy dogs is between 12-16 years old.
Among many dog breeds, Teddy's life span is relatively long, generally around 12-16 years. When Teddy reached the age of eight, he announced that he had entered old age. But even if you enter the old age stage, it does not mean that your life is short. And Teddy's life span depends on its own condition on the one hand, but more on the owner's breeding method.
What are the characteristics of Teddy when he is old
1. Appearance
As he gets older, Teddy's hair will begin to fade or grow white. Some teddies also gain weight because they don't like to exercise, while others become thin due to parasites and digestive system.
2. Reaction
Teddy is an animal that lives by sight, hearing, and smell. If the shoveler attracts Teddy with delicious food, but he shows less interest, it means that his senses are gradually degenerating. In particular, the visual part degenerates very quickly, which also explains why every elderly dog will have glaucoma, cataracts, and even blindness.
3. Action
Teddy has problems with his bones and joints as he gets older, and coupled with the decline of physical strength, he sometimes has difficulty moving due to physical pain. When teddy knot problems are found, they need to be improved with medication or physical therapy.
4. Physical fitness
Young Teddy is always alive and well, but when he gets old, his curiosity and interest in the outside world gradually decreases due to the decline of physical strength, and he prefers to stay in a cool and quiet place to sleep. Interaction with the owner will also be less, and it will no longer be as enthusiastic as before, which is caused by physical decline and muscle atrophy.
5. Teeth
The most intuitive way to judge the age of a dog is the teeth, so when the dog enters the old age, it can be found that the wear and tear of the teeth is very serious, and there will be tooth loss.
So how to extend the life of an elderly teddy?
1. Dog food
A good dog food is very important for the elderly Teddy, no longer recommended to give the dog to eat the previous dog food, it is best to choose a targeted old dog food. Also give Teddy some high-quality, digestible foods that help strengthen the immune system.
2. Physical examination
Physical examination is a strong needle to prolong the elderly dog, only regular examination, in order to understand the dog's physical condition in time. Even if a disease is detected, it can be treated as early as possible to avoid life-threatening. You should know that once a serious disease is found, it is difficult for the elderly dog to be completely cured.
3. Teeth
The teeth of the elderly Teddy have been worn out more seriously, so regular brushing and oral care are essential. Usually, it is best not to eat too much hard food, otherwise it will affect the health of the teeth.
4. Environment
The impact of the living environment on the life expectancy of dogs is also large. A clean and comfortable environment is more suitable for dogs to retire, and dirty places are more likely to lead to illness.
Although the time spent with us by elderly dogs is limited, the shoveler should make full use of the limited time so that the dog can enjoy his old age happily.