How old was the oldest dog on record?
According to the Guinness Book of Records, the oldest dog lived to be 29. Do small breeds outlive large dogs? Yes. Giant breeds, such as the Great Dane, St. Bernard and Bernese mountain dog, typically have a shortened lifespan and are considered “geriatric” by age five. Small breeds, such as miniature poodles, Chihuahuas and others, typically live two or three times longer. Do dogs get Alzheimer’s? Older dogs do suffer from a form of cognitive dysfunction similar to Alzheimer’s disease in humans. A neurological exam can help diagnosis your dog, and drug therapy and nutritional support may help alleviate symptoms. Does a warm, dry nose really mean my dog is sick? No. You cannot tell if your dog is healthy or sick by touching his nose. Is there a link between high blood pressure and kidney disease in dogs? Yes. High blood pressure speeds the deterioration of the kidney. The good news is that lowering blood pressure can slow the progression of the disease. Research by IAMS shows that omeg
