They want to please us and might keep going longer than is good for them. Even a dog with health problems can enjoy lying beside the garden while you plant flowers on a sunny day. A blind or deaf dog should be kept on leash or in a familiar fenced yard. But they can take a safe, leisurely stroll with their favorite person. A short-coated dog might be more comfortable with a sweater or jacket.
Boots are even available for outings.
Heavy-coated dogs can be trimmed or even shaved in a perky Schnauzer cut for summer or simply for ease in grooming. If your senior is in good health, you might want to consider adding a pup to the family. Oftentimes, it puts a spring in the oldster s step. Besides, the pup s so rotten, it makes you really appreciate all the elder dog s sense. Baillie already knows not to beg, nor to jump on company.