ET Pets Library
Books, Articles and Reviews
About Care of Older Pets
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As anyone who has accepted the challenge of adopting an older dog will tell you, you can teach an old dog new tricks. With the rising popularity of canine rescue efforts and the knowledge that often a more mature dog can better suit certain people's lifestyles than a puppy, this book couldn't have come along at a better time. Taylor, a highly respected and active veterinarian who lectures and...more>>
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Expert Adivice for Keeping Your Aging Dog Happy, Healthy and Comfortable
Our dogs are living longer than ever thanks to enormous advances in medical treatment and a highly evolved understanding of what they need to thrive. No one knows this better than the faculty of the Cummings Veterinary School at Tufts, who treat more than 8,000 older dogs annually. Their philosophy of caring for aging dogs combines empathy for each individual dog and owner...more>> |
Anyone who has ever loved an old dog will love Old Dogs. In this collection of profiles and photographs, Weingarten and Williamson document the unique appeal of man's best friend in his or her last, and best, years. This book is a tribute to every dog who has made it to that time of life ...more>> |
A Complete Guide to Nutrition, Natural Health Remedies
Safe preventive care for a long and healthy lifeYou probably feel that you know everything your cat needs -- plenty of food, frequent naps, and lots of love! Cats heal quickly and take excellent care of themselves, but as they age, they do need owners to pay special attention to their health and behavior. Creating a balanced diet, encouraging regular exercise, and providing good health care will ensure that your cat enjoys every one of his nine lives. More>> |
In this unique guide to aging pet care, Amy Shojai explains: how to entice your older pet into getting more exercise, what changes to expect as your pet ages, which pet-specific over-the-counter medications every owner should keep on hand, and tips on choosing the right products and food for your aging pet to performing nursing care at home. More>> |
A Quality of Life Guide for Your Cat's Senior Years
This invaluable guide explains such things as how to help an older cat with grooming, how to recognize the diseases that come with age, and how to tell if the animal is in pain or discomfort. Here, too, are the many different state-of-the-art treatments available—including how much each should cost. End-of-life questions—such as euthanasia and hospice care—are discussed frankly and with compassion for both pet and owner. More>> |
