Your Pet and Aging: Getting On in Years

Today pets are living longer than ever before due to improved technology, advanced research and nutritious diet. We want our pets to remain in optimum health, and we can ensure that happens by making sure our pets get proper veterinarian care, lots of exercise, and enjoy a diet that is filled with nutrients. But as our friends at The Big Paw Blog remind us, we also need to be aware of the signs of aging so we can help our pet achieve longevity. Here’s just a little of what you will find in the complete Big Paw article about your pet Getting On in Years: “As our pets bodies age, metabolism slows down and requires less calories to maintain optimum health. The slowing of the metabolism also means that your pet won’t have the energy that it once had. It may not run and play like it did in the prime of its life. Because your pet isn’t getting as much exercise, it is your responsibility to ensure that food intake is monitored so that no excess weight is gained. Extra weight can shorten your pet’s life. Added pressure to joints and organs can make existing medical problems worse, or cause new problems. Nutrient requirements will differ and you may need to change to a food made especially for senior pets. There are hundreds available on today’s market and they are all produced to help aging animals maintain optimum health.” We all know that Arthritis is a common ailment in our senior pets. Onset of arthritis can be caused by different factors. Here are just a few: • Infection due to injuries can cause joints to become inflamed. • Being overweight will aggravate arthritis. • Wear and tear to the joints causes inflammation. Symptoms can include limping, tiring easily, slowness in getting up and a reluctance or refusal to climb stairs. If your pet displays these symptoms, make an appointment with your veterinarian. In many cases, FlexPet can help alleviate the Big Paw Blog, a blog for Big Paw Designs which features information about different breeds of dog and cats, provides pet tips and nutrition facts, showcases pet photos and more. FlexPet is an all-natural Joint Pain Supplement for dogs and cats. The primary component of FlexPet is CM8™, which relieves joint pain at its source, reduces inflammation and irritation of the joints and tissues. It has been helpful for many pets suffering from joint pain and stiffness caused by aging, canine arthritis or feline arthritis.