Kelyann Soto Tenemos varias ancianitos en la familia: Age: Human Equivalents for Older Pets Cat years Human years 7 45 10 58 15 75 20 98 Dog years Human years (*dog size lbs) 7 Small – Medium: 44-47 Large – Very large: 50-56 10 Small – Medium: 56-60 Large – Very large: 66-78 15 Small – Medium: 76-83 Large – Very large: 93-115 20 Small – Medium: 96-105 Large: 120 * Small: 0-20 lbs; * Medium: 21-50 lbs; Large: 51-90 lbs; * Very large: >90 lbs The oldest recorded age of a cat is 34 years. The oldest recorded age of a dog is 29 years. Common signs of aging you might notice in your dog include: Tiring more quickly Development of vision or hearing problems Graying hair Behavioral changes like mental confusion, separation anxiety, excessive vocalization, or elimination accidents in the house The five most common symptoms of a dogs aging brain, known as Canine Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome (CDS), are: Increased total amount of sleep during a 24-hour period Decreased attention to surroundings, disinterest, apathy Decreased purposeful activity Loss of formerly acquired knowledge, which includes housebreaking Intermittent anxiety expressed through apprehension, panting, moaning, shivering 6 Special Considerations for Older Pets Caring for a senior pet can require more attention and changes to your regular routine. Fortunately, these changes dont happen overnight; you can adjust to them gradually, as can your pet.3 1. Increased Veterinary Visits Older pets should see their veterinarian twice a year, and may require dental care or additional blood work. Age-related health issues to be on the watch for are very similar to those that occur in humans: Cancer Heart disease Kidney or urinary tract disease Liver disease Diabetes Joint or bone disease Senility Weakness
Posted on: Thu, 02 Oct 2014 22:56:48 +0000
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