Growing Old – Staying Healthy

He’s been your loving companion for a long time. He’s still by your side, but he’s not as frolicsome or attentive as he once was. It’s inevitable – your beloved pet is growing old. His needs are changing, and he will depend on you more than ever to keep him healthy and comfortable. Just like in elderly people, older dogs need proper nutrition, regular checkups, strength training, and fitness to maintain muscles critical to metabolism. It is important to start maintaining fitness early in the aging process, because lifelong endurance training in pets and people ensures improved metabolism in elderly individuals.  Good nutrition is essential, and in order to maintain… Read More Continue Reading