Dogs are getting old: seven details of life that need to be adjusted in advance
From non-slip floors to bedside night lights.
第一是地面：木地板和瓷砖对关节退化的犬只很不友好，铺设防滑垫或地毯能显著减少打滑和摔倒。第二是床铺：换成低边记忆棉床垫，方便起卧，同时要注意保温。
第三是食盆：抬高到胸部高度，减少颈部和前肢负担。 The fourth is drinking water: elderly dogs are prone to dehydration, so put more water bowls and keep them fresh.
第五是夜灯：老年犬可能视力下降或出现认知障碍，夜间会在屋里迷失方向，一盏过道夜灯能减少焦虑吠叫。 The sixth step is steps: change to a gentle slope or use a support belt to assist when going up and down stairs.
The seventh is the frequency of physical examination: once every six months, add blood, urine and heart tests.老年犬的疾病窗口期很短，靠体检比靠症状更可靠。
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