Care of the Senior Pet

MODULE 1: How Old is Old?
1.1 Introduction to Ageing
1.2 Pet to Human Years
1.3 The Ageing Dog
1.4 The Ageing Cat
1.5 Staying Healthy for Longer
1.6 Signs Your Pet Should See the Vet

MODULE 2: Behavioral Changes in Senior Pets
2.1 Mental vs Physical Problems
2.2 Senior Moments
2.3 Changes in the Senses
2.4 Mental Stimulation
2.5 Help a Grieving Pet
2.6 Introducing a New Pet

MODULE 3: Special Considerations for Mature Pets
3.1 Giving Drugs to Older Pets
3.2 Reducing Anesthesia Risks
3.3 Coat Care
3.4 Dental Problems
3.5 Diet and Senior Pet

MODULE 4: Mobility and Pain Issues
4.1 Conditions Causing Pain
4.2 Signs of Pain
4.3 Nutraceuticals
4.4 Physical Therapy
4.5 Treating Pain
4.6 Environment Changes

MODULE 5: Health Problems of Senior Pets
5.1 Cancer
5.2 Cushing’s
5.3 Diabetes
5.4 Heart Disease
5.5 High Blood Pressure
5.6 Hypothyroidism
5.7 Hyperthyroidism
5.8 Incontinence
5.9 Kidney Disease
5.10 IBD
5.11 Prostate Disease

MODULE 6: Saying Goodbye
6.1 Planning Ahead
6.2 Knowing when it’s Time
6.3 Quality of Life Scale
6.4 Hospice Care
6.5 What Happens at the End?
6.6 Coping with Loss
6.7 Links to Grief Counselling Organizations for Pet Parents