SKIN AND COAT CHANGES

Will my dog’s coat and skin change as he ages?

Like people, dogs do gray as they age. This is most noticeable in the area around the muzzle. Aside from graying, an older dog’s coat might also become thinner and duller. If a dog’s coat suddenly starts showing his age, schedule a visit to the veterinarian. Coat problems are sometimes symptomatic of an illness or nutritional deficiency.

You can also give the dog fatty acid supplements. Adding these supplements to the diet will help restore the oils that are essential to a healthy coat.

A pet’s skin will also become drier and thinner with age, increasing the risk of cuts, so you should check the pet more often at home as he ages.

Pet Supplies “Plus” offers a variety of senior formula diets at all price levels. Also try Grizzly Salmon Oil supplement.