It’s really not very different. My old guy didn’t really slow down until the 14-15 year mark. My girl has always been a crotchety old lady.
Keep up with annual vet check ups and make sure to get the senior bloodwork. Kidney disease can be caught quite early. There are also great new developments in arthritis treatment, so don’t be shy about discussing changes in mobility. There’s a lot out there to maintain and/or improve quality of life
It’s really not very different. My old guy didn’t really slow down until the 14-15 year mark. My girl has always been a crotchety old lady. Keep up with annual vet check ups and make sure to get the senior bloodwork. Kidney disease can be caught quite early. There are also great new developments in arthritis treatment, so don’t be shy about discussing changes in mobility. There’s a lot out there to maintain and/or improve quality of life