Here are some of the most common health problems senior dogs face:
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Cancer: The leading cause of death in dogs. Common types in senior dogs include mast cell tumors, lymphoma, hemangiosarcoma, squamous cell carcinoma, oral melanomas, and osteosarcoma (bone cancer)
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Heart Disease: Affects 75% of senior dogs. Symptoms include coughing, difficulty breathing, fatigue, and loss of appetite
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Kidney Disease: Occurs when the kidneys can no longer effectively remove toxins from the body, leading to various health issues
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Urinary Tract Problems: Ranging from painful infections to incontinence, these issues can be distressing for dogs who are typically house-trained
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Liver Disease: Since the liver performs multiple functions, its dysfunction can affect your dog's overall health in numerous ways
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Diabetes: A hormonal disorder where the dog's body either produces insufficient insulin or doesn't respond properly to it
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Osteoarthritis: This condition causes joint tissue changes, resulting in the bones rubbing against each other, leading to pain and inflammation
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Canine Cognitive Dysfunction: A decline in mental abilities, similar to dementia in humans, affecting memory, awareness, and behaviour