As a dog owner, you know better than anyone how unpleasant it can be to see your old dog grow even older. Naturally, you would prefer to give the animal as nice a life as possible. And fortunately you can! How do you do that? You can read about that in this article.

When do you notice your dog starting to get old?

Dogs often age subtly. In general, there are a few familiar signs you can recognize that your four-legged friend is also getting a day older:

• Tired faster after exercise, sleeping more and becoming calmer;
• Difficulty getting up, stiffness or slower walking;
• Changes in appetite, or the old dog drinks a lot;
• Changes in coat, for example, drier or gray hairs;;
• Impaired vision, impaired hearing, loss of sense of smell;
• Behavior changes, it may be that the old dog pees in the house;
• Health problems such as bad teeth, skin bumps or being out of breath faster.

How do you tell when an old dog is in pain?

Most quadrupeds prefer to hide their pain. Consequently, they are very good at this. You can recognize pain mainly by some vague signs. For example, an old dog may not want to eat, drink a lot and urinate in the house. The animal may also pant a lot, lose weight for no apparent reason or lick or bite excessively at a certain spot. You may think you need to put your old dog to sleep, but this is not necessarily the case. If you are unsure if the animal is in pain, always contact your veterinarian.

Here’s how to make your old dog’s life as nice as possible

Ideally, you want to give your beloved four-legged friend the best life possible. Fortunately, there are things you can do to significantly improve its quality of life. Read on quickly!

1. Provide a comfortable place to sleep

An old animal often suffers from joint pain, which is why a comfortable sleeping place is extra important. If necessary, provide an orthopedic dog bed to reduce joint pain. In addition, it is nice if the sleeping place is warm and quiet without being drafty.

2. Adjust movements

Go for shorter walks or take more breaks in between to give the four-legged friend some rest. In addition, it may be nice to put down a rug on a slippery floor so the dog does not slip.

3. Provide healthy food

Choose foods made specifically for senior dogs. This often contains different nutrients and supplements than regular dog food. It may also be nice to choose food that is easy to chew if the animal has sensitive teeth.

4. Visit the veterinarian regularly

Have your four-legged friend checked at least 1-2 times a year. This way it is possible to treat or even prevent any complaints or conditions early. In addition, keep an eye on the animal itself to watch for pain or behavioral changes.

5. Provide plenty of mental stimulation

Mental games can help the animal stay youthful. For this, you can purchase special food toys so that the animal can play by itself. Furthermore, you can do games with the animal yourself.

6. Give the animal extra attention and cuddles

Let your dog decide when he or she wants attention, but be sure to provide plenty of cuddles. This is not only good for the animal, but also for you.

7. Make use of red light therapy

Red light therapy is perfect for giving your older dog a nice life. It can be used for certain complaints, as well as preventively to prevent aging ailments. Laser devices such as the PowerCure are well suited for this purpose. Below you can read more about what red light therapy can do for your older dog.

The benefits of red light therapy in older dogs

Using red light therapy can significantly improve your older dog’s life. Here’s what this form of light therapy can do for your four-legged friend:

• Pain relief for joint problems as this therapy addresses inflammation and pain;
• Improving mobility;
• Better blood circulation, resulting in less stiffness;
• Faster healing of skin problems;
• Pain relief from various complaints and conditions.

Red light therapy and science

The use of low level laser therapy, also called red light therapy, is scientifically proven. This therapy uses laser devices with a special frequency of low-level laser light energy. This light creates interactions with the tissues in the body. This reduces pain, swelling, inflammation and various conditions.

Choose PowerCure to treat your older dog

The PowerCure laser makes red light therapy accessible to everyone. The device is easy to use and effective in treating your senior dog. Visit our website and read how red light therapy can help your dog recover faster and more comfortably.