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My dog’s hind legs are weak and it is trembling.
Weak trembling hind legs may be severe calcium deficiency from a single diet, or osteoporosis/arthritis in seniors, or a single-leg injury. Check for wounds; see a vet if not simple.
A found dog; I wonder its age
From the photo, tooth whiteness and tartar suggest about 1-2 years. Tooth-based age is only a reference, as adult teeth also depend on diet and cleaning and get less accurate after 2-3 years. Also judge by facial expression, gait, coat shine, and senior hair.
My 13-year dog vomits after eating and now is incontinent
A 13-year dog with vomiting and incontinence likely has elderly issues: gut problems like gastritis, pancreatitis, or hepatitis, and urinary issues like cystitis, stones, or kidney failure. Get full exams including blood, urine, and imaging; use senior prescription diet.
When do senior dogs start losing teeth?
Senior dogs often begin losing teeth around age 8, starting with lower incisors. Good dental care delays this; soften the diet once it begins.
Why Is My Dog’s Coat Coarse and Dull, and How to Fix It
Coarse dull coats come from poor diet, harsh human shampoos, old age, or skin disease and parasites. Fix with balanced food, coat-boosting foods (salmon, egg yolk, seaweed), pet shampoo on a proper schedule, sun, and regular deworming.
Can Dogs Get Travel Sickness from a New Environment? Symptoms and Care
Dogs do get maladjusted to new places climate, water, altitude, smells, and food, plus travel stress that lowers immunity. Symptoms are vomiting, diarrhea, low appetite, and lethargy, lasting 7-14 days in weak dogs. Ease it with small frequent meals, probiotics, familiar bedding, warmth, and more company.
How to Care for an Older Dog’s Teeth
As dogs age, body functions decline and need more attention — especially dental issues. Without care, teeth loosen and fall out faster, hurting eating and digestion. How should you care for a senior dog's teeth?
What Types of Dog Food Are There?
Dog food is grouped by moisture—dry (most balanced, easiest), semi-moist (tasty but not a staple), and wet (smells good but risks tartar); by age—puppy, adult, and senior; and by purpose, such as weight control or activity level. Store dry food sealed in a cool, dry place with its bag, refrigerate leftovers wet food, and feed on a fixed schedule using dog food as the staple, switching brands gradually.
Why Is My Dog Suddenly Zooming Around the House?
A dog that suddenly bolts around the house may be reacting to diet issues, lack of exercise, anxiety, separation stress, fear, aging, or mating drive. Increase daily walks, keep feeding steady, and rule out medical causes if the behavior appears with no clear trigger.
What is the longest a dog can live?
The longest a dog can live varies by size and breed, with small dogs often reaching 15 to 20 years and some records beyond, while large breeds live shorter; care and genetics matter most. Good health extends life.