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    Mar 5, 2007, 09:48 AM
    Older dog problems
    My older dog has gone deaf, he is not eating properly and has started messing inside, he also seems lost and confused what should I do
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    Mar 5, 2007, 09:49 AM
    Older dog problems
    My older dog has gone deaf, he is not eating properly and has started messing inside, he also seems lost and confused what should I do he is a 13 year old collie cross
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    Mar 5, 2007, 09:57 AM
    You may want to take him to the vet and explain what's going on. It could be numerous things. They could run a couple of tests and tell you. He is older, but there still may be something that they can do to prolong his life for a bit longer.
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    Mar 5, 2007, 10:02 AM
    Take him to a vet.
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    Mar 5, 2007, 10:03 AM
    There is good help for elderly dogs now. They do get alzheimers. Veterinary medicine comes ahead in leeps and bounds the same as human medicine. I would take your senior citizen to the vet and see if there isn't a med that can help. He should go to the vet anyway for a check over. Good luck. You didn't say how old he/she is.
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    Mar 5, 2007, 10:56 AM
    The vet may or may not be able to do much depending on just what the problem is. A simple ear infection could be cleared up in a few days. Even a moderate sized dog like that may have a few more good years with the right treatment. I am pleased how my 13 year old Lab is doing after having a tumor removed and going on hormone therapy. She is back to enjoying her walks.
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