{"id":1509,"date":"2025-02-20T22:41:38","date_gmt":"2025-02-20T22:41:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mondopet.phytoitalia.it\/old-but-fit-how-to-help-your-dog-or-cat-age-well\/"},"modified":"2025-03-25T10:52:15","modified_gmt":"2025-03-25T10:52:15","slug":"old-but-fit-how-to-help-your-dog-or-cat-age-well","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mondopet-phytoitalia.it\/en\/old-but-fit-how-to-help-your-dog-or-cat-age-well\/","title":{"rendered":"Old but Fit: How to Help Your Dog or Cat Age Well"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Just like humans, dogs and cats undergo physical and metabolic changes as they age. An older pet may have less energy<\/strong>, be more prone to joint pain<\/strong>, or experience slower digestion. <\/p>\n

However, with the right care<\/strong> and a targeted diet,<\/strong> it is possible to help them maintain a good quality of life and stay active and full of vitality.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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How to ensure a long and healthy life for your pet?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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In addition to diet, physical exercise<\/strong> is essential to keep a dog or cat healthy even in old age. Regular walks, interactive games, and activities suitable for their age can help keep muscles and joints active. <\/p>\n

Mental stimulation<\/strong> also plays a crucial role: food puzzles, new toys, and interactions with their environment help prevent cognitive decline and keep their mind sharp.<\/p>\n

Another important aspect is regular veterinary check-ups<\/strong>. As animals age, some health issues can arise more easily, so periodic health checks help monitor their overall condition and allow for timely intervention if necessary. <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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And what about their diet?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Diet plays a key role in slowing down the aging process and preventing the typical issues that come with it. <\/p>\n

Superfoods like turmeric<\/strong>, rich in antioxidant properties, and krill oil<\/strong>, a source of omega-3s, help protect joints and the cardiovascular system.<\/p>\n

High-quality, easily digestible proteins<\/strong> support muscle mass and provide energy without overloading the digestive system.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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And finally\u2026 comfort and routine<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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It may seem obvious, but home comfort<\/strong> is also essential:<\/p>\n

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  • Non-slip rugs, especially for large dogs that tend to slip on smooth floors due to joint weakness;<\/li>\n
  • Orthopedic beds or mattresses specifically designed to support the body and prevent pressure sores<\/li>\n
  • Stairs to help pets get on or off sofas, beds, or cars.<\/li>\n
  • Raised food bowls to improve swallowing and chewing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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    Lastly, maintaining a regular home routine<\/strong> helps elderly dogs and cats avoid stress and manage the presence\/absence of their owner in a calm manner. This is a good habit throughout the animal\u2019s life \u2013 whether as a puppy or in adulthood (especially for dogs) \u2013 but it becomes vital when the animal is old or, in the worst case, sick. <\/p>\n

    Caring for an older pet requires dedication<\/strong>, but with the right food choices, physical activity, and constant care, it’s possible to give them many more years of health and happiness.<\/p>\n

    Discover our natural foods designed for their needs and help them live their senior years to the fullest!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

    Just like humans, dogs and cats undergo physical and metabolic changes as they age. How can we help them live well during this time? <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1396,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[46],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1509","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-nutrition"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/mondopet-phytoitalia.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1509","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/mondopet-phytoitalia.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/mondopet-phytoitalia.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mondopet-phytoitalia.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mondopet-phytoitalia.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1509"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/mondopet-phytoitalia.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1509\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1510,"href":"https:\/\/mondopet-phytoitalia.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1509\/revisions\/1510"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mondopet-phytoitalia.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1396"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/mondopet-phytoitalia.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1509"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mondopet-phytoitalia.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1509"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mondopet-phytoitalia.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1509"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}