
UPDATED & REVISED! Keep Your Dog Loving Longer, Living Better! You can teach an old dog new tricks—and give him the best care possible. The good news is that dogs are living much longer lives—thanks to advances in veterinary technology. But older dogs do have special needs and require additional emotional support, nutritional help, and medical care. A longer life span also means more dogs suffer age-related conditions such as kidney problems, arthritis, cancer, stroke, senility, and diabetes. Complete Care for Your Aging Dog contains the answers you need to care for dogs that are seven years and older. Pet expert Amy Shojai • What changes to expect as your dog ages—and which changes are natural and which are warning signs that should send you to the veterinarian • Which pet-specific over-the-counter medications every owner should keep on hand • Tips on everything from choosing the right products and food for your aging dog to performing nursing care at home • How to use the L.O.V.E. Program to keep your dog loving longer and living better • Different life spans and concerns for different breeds Filled with heartwarming stories, the latest developments in geriatric veterinary care, age-defying tips, and comprehensive reference materials, this is an updated definitive guide to turning back the clock on aging—and keeping senior dogs vital, happy, and active throughout their golden years. "Chock-full of lifesaving and life-enhancing facts—but incredibly moving and readable—the book is guaranteed to help your beloved pet live a happier, healthier, fuller life. While this comprehensive and groundbreaking book presents cutting edge medical information, Shojai makes sure that it's proven and practical. Captivating true stories of 'successful agers' will motivate you to make sure you give your pets the best care possible." —Dr. Marty Becker, Resident Veterinarian on Doctor Oz Show, and Good Morning America "Once again Amy has done it! VERY important, useful and valuable information in a concise, easy to read work. Our pets are living longer—and with this interesting and complete book—healthier lives. If you have a middle aged to older pet, this book is a Must Have!" —DR. JIM HUMPHRIES, Veterinarian, Contributing Editor to CBS's The Early Show, and National Veterinary Spokesperson "Need a quick reference? Complete Care for Your Aging Dog provides a practical, easy-to-read guide about health care for the aging dog. If you have an aging dog, this is a 'must read' book. It provides simple question-and-answer treatment of essentials of aging dogs." —Dr. Johnny D. Hoskins, Internist for older dogs and cats
Author

Amy Shojai has been reinventing herself for years. She writes THRILLERS WITH BITE! in her debut thriller LOST AND FOUND that features a service dog, hero cat, an animal behaviorist named September Day, and assorted mayhem. The sequel HIDE AND SEEK continues the story with terror from the past revisiting the heroine. The next book in the series, SHOW AND TELL brings the story full circle. The 4th title FIGHT OR FLIGHT introduces some new characters and challenges. And book #5 HIT AND RUN answers many questions about September's past. Amy's a certified animal behavior consultant, and the award-winning author of 35+ best-selling pet books that cover furry babies to old-fogies, first aid to natural healing, and behavior/training to Chicken Soup-icity. She created the puppies.about.com site and was the cat behavior expert at cats.About.com. Amy has been featured as an expert in hundreds of print venues including The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Reader's Digest, and Family Circle, as well as national radio and television networks such as CNN, Animal Planet's DOGS 101 and CATS 101. She brings her unique pet-centric viewpoint to her Bling, Bitches & Blood Blog, public appearances.