Dogs can show signs of aging as early as seven years old. Older dog health problems normally affect larger breeds earlier than small breeds that tend to show signs of aging around 10 to 12 years of age. The fact is, every dog owner will eventually be concerned over their senior dog’s health problems.

As an aging dog slowly develops health problems, you can help lessen many of the symptoms and keep your pet comfortable. Start by making sure that your dog gets regular visits to the vet and stay current on vaccinations. You may also provide regular exercise while making other changes like proper diet and taking extra vitamins needed for your dog as she ages.