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  • Later in life, dogs may have poorer vision and more trouble walking and thinking clearly. "Age-proof" your house to protect your dog by keeping the floor clear of electric cords and other objects. Provide thicker bedding so there is less pressure on their joints when lying down.
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Many older dogs become more rigid, less flexible in how they respond to new situations. Usually, this isn't a major problem; however, in some cases the symptoms can be more severe, appearing as canine dementia, a condition similar in some ways to Alzheimer's in humans.

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