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What will help an aging dog with arthritis?
I've got a black lab going on 12 yrs. She seems to enjoy her walks and can still run, but in the mornings she seems particularly stiff and can sometimes stumble or walk with a limp. She's having a ...
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Cat vomiting every day
My cat (approximately 16 years old, short hair, no specific breed, indoor cat) has been vomiting pretty much every day (sometimes multiple times) for almost a month.
She had a scare with her kidneys ...
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What is a good cat food for free-feeding an older cat who is not stomaching dry food lately?
I have a neutered male cat who is in his 11th year now, and as of this year has had trouble keeping his usual dry food down (same stuff he's been eating for years), vomiting it up a couple times per ...
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Why are prescription pet diets "prescription"?
I have an older cat who, like most older cats, is starting to have some kidney issues. Not severe, but she's noticeably drinking/peeling more.
Our vet says that the "senior cat" mixtures ...
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How do I choose an Omega-3 supplement for an elderly dog?
I've read that it is recommended to give Omega-3 to elderly dogs (especially ones with arthritis) (for example, here).
My dog is a 15 years old female medium sized, mixed breed (probably mostly ...
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Feeding Geriatric Cat with Hyperthyroidism and Cancer
My sweet girl is nearing 17 and has been suffering with hyperthyroidism for several years. Just last year she was also diagnosed with terminal small cell lymphoma in her bowel. She has previously ...
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Trying to get an elderly dog to eat
I have a very elderly dog (border collie mix), who is on her last legs. She is getting pretty weak, lost 20% or more of body weight, doesn't seem to have a whole lot of joy in life, but doesn't seem ...
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Can you water down wet food to trick a cat to drink more food? [duplicate]
I had a 15 year old Maine Coon with severe kidney problems. With my current cat, who is a domestic short hair of seven years, I don't want him to suffer kidney problems when he is older. However, he ...
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Best diets for senior cats (UK)
I’m new to the forums! I currently own a male 11-13 year old cat (his age is estimated as he is a rescue). We feed him on Purina Gourmet Fancy Feast, I wondered if there were better healthier options ...
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