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Dog A-Z > E > Elderly Dogs

Geriatric dogs (AKA Older or Elderly dogs)

(7+ years)

Dogs over the age of 7 are considered to be old, but this depends a lot on the breed. The life expectancy of an ‘average’ dog is 13 years, however smaller breeds tend to live longer and large breeds significantly less than this. Old age brings many changes; some sudden, others gradual, and you will need to be on the look-out for those that signal serious problems and be prepared to make allowances for those little inconveniences that come with caring for an elderly dog.

Feeding

Exercise

Health

Behaviour

Senility


Associated factsheets:

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Benefits of owning an older dog factsheet (opens new browser window)

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