The fat mature dog – like the fat mature human – still needs exercise and nutritious food, just like his younger brothers and sisters.
His lifestyle may be very different from how it was even a year or two ago but elderly animals can still enjoy a full and active life and the dog will still need his daily walk.
When younger members of the family inherit a mature, or elderly, dog from an aged parent who has died or gone into residential accommodation it is important that they take the animal’s needs into consideration.
He may like to lie in in the mornings (as perhaps his erstwhile companion did). He might enjoy a spot of daytime TV viewing or even a siesta after his lunch.
Young couples who inherit a dog in this way would be advised to investigage their new companion’s needs. And don’t forget the favourite toy, his old bed, or even a piece of clothing belonging to his former owner. Then he won’t feel so strange and should soon settle in. With lots of tender loving care, the golden oldie should have many years of active and enjoyable life left.
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