GOOD OLD DOG: EXPERT ADVICE FOR KEEPING YOUR AGING DOG HAPPY, HEALTHY, AND

GOOD OLD DOG: EXPERT ADVICE FOR KEEPING YOUR AGING DOG HAPPY, HEALTHY, AND COMFORTABLE From the Faculty of the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts Univer; Nicholas H. Dodman (Edited by); Lawrence Lindner (With)Our dogs are living longer than ever thanks to enormous advances in medical treatment & a highly evolved understanding of what they need to thrive. No one knows this better than the faculty of the Cummings Veterinary School at Tufts, who treat more than 8,000 older dogs annually. Their philosophy of caring for aging dogs combines empathy for each individual dog & owner, a comprehensive approach to patient care, cutting-edge science & technology, & a commitment to innovation. Good Old Dog brings their renowned clinic into your living room, arming you with essential advice to see your dog through his golden years. Featuring* Nutritional advice--not every senior diet is right for every senior dog* Emphasis on treating conditions common to older dogs so they live longer* How to evaluate complicated procedures & decide what's right for your dog* The cost of caring for an older dog & how to shoulder the burden* How to identify cognitive decline & how to manage it* Advice on creating a healthy & comfortable environment* How to determine when "it's time" & how to cope with the loss* & much moreABOUT THE AUTHOR:The Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University treats more than 26,000 cases annually, and its emergency critical-care program is the largest residency training program in the United States. ISBN: 0-547-23282-9 publish date: 01/17/2010