Most pet owners in Singapore live hectic lives. After an intense care for their puppies, the senior dogs are just left alone as there is no time for them after their puppyhood. It is usually too late for many dogs when they are sent to the veterinarian for some chronic disease problems. Veterinary costs become high as the dog is in poor health.
Senior dogs are:
Small and Medium-sized breeds: Over 7 years
Large and Giant-sized breeds: Over 5 years.
For those who may want their senior dogs to live longer, here are the following recommendations:
1. Veterinary examination every 6 months.
2. Blood tests to check for diabetes,liver and kidney diseases.
3. Urine tests to check on bladder and kidney infections and presence of stones.
4. X-rays if necessary for arthritic hip joints.
5. Dental check up and scaling every 1 year.
6. Heart check for murmurs.
7. Vaccination booster every year.
8. A discussion about the delay in senility, obesity, behavioural problems, skin problems and any questions related to each individual dog.
The average life-span of a dog is 12 years. Oldest ones living up to 20 years. However, many die before they are 12 years of age due to bad health and senility and other preventable causes such as bacterial infection of the heart valves due to severe gum diseases, pyometra, kidney diseases, diabetes and breast tumours.
Make an appointment with your pet shop groomer if you have a close working relationship with them and needs pet transport. Or tel 6254-3326, 9668-6469 for an appointment.
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