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3. Is your pet's stool abnormal? Constipation is a common problem for the aging pet. The saliva enzymes and intestinal digestive enzymes decrease with age. If your pet is having such digestive problems, don't take it lightly. Toxins can build up and your pet can get very ill. Be sure to add fiber to your pet's diet. Dr. Jane likes pumpkin for cats and dogs. Odd as it sounds, cats accept a small amount of pumpkin added to dry and/or canned food. Water is also a must. Try a fountain, which may encourage your pet  to drink more often. Cats get especially constipated because of the hair they digest. You may want to try HealthyPetNet's Purr-fectly Natural Treats (Hairball Formula) for Cats to help with digestion. For stool issues, increasing exercise is also important.

4. Is your pet getting thin?
Is your pet extra-finicky lately and not eating as much? As pets age, their sense of smell and their taste buds don't function as well and this may cause them to eat less. Those with longhaired pets should be extra observant because weight loss is much harder to detect. Some cats eat a lot and get thin. This is because the feline thyroid glands take a beating in life and become over productive, which means the metabolism speeds up. Therefore, a cat can eat and eat and not gain an ounce.

5. Is your pet's coat lackluster?
Your pet's coat is the barometer for his or her internal health. When your pet's health changes, the coat can change. Is your pet's coat full or sparse? Soft or brittle? Is the skin flaky, oily or odorous? If so, don't use constant bathing as your bandaid. A senior pet with poor skin and coat should get a nutrient rich food and a nutritional supplement that contains fish oil. Frequent brushing and combing stimulates the oil glands and can be helpful. And, don't forget to clean your pet's ears more frequently. When the skin and coat seem unhealthy, chances are the inside of the ears are too.

Look at your pet's overall wellbeing. Is your dog or cat walking with his usual happy strut?  Or is his head droopy? Does he meet you at the top of the stairs in a healthy sitting position, like the king of his palace? Or is he sleeping excessively? Watch your pet closely. The signs are not always obvious, but trust us, they are there. Aging signs give you the opportunity to assess your pet's health and put together an anti-aging program. It's all about love and truly caring for your pet.

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