Older Dogs - Body Changes

“My skin is dry and thinner… my coat has become coarse and it takes longer to come out when the season changes. And my nails don’t wear down like they use to! They’re preventing me from balancing properly and they get in my way when we go walking. I need a little extra care with grooming these days!” 

Older Dogs experience skin, coat and nail changes, and it’s important that we give our best friend a helping hand with more regular GROOMING. Your older dog might not be as likely or able to groom like he used to. It’s important to increase how many times a week you brush out your dog’s coat and help him stay clean and feeling great with recommended shampoos and conditioning treatments. 

Grooming, scratching and massaging is a great routine to get into. Not only will you be more likely to notice any bumps, lumps or strange changes, it’s also a wonderful bonding opportunity. Because your dog is less active your dog’s nails will not file down of their own accord like they use to and may become more brittle. More frequent nail trimming is required to ensure they are balancing their weight equally on each limb. If you’re not comfortable trimming your Doggo’s nails make an appointment and bring your dog in for a regular pedicure. If you need advice on skin and coat changes give us a call to discuss options for skin and coat health.