Seniors And Shelters - Looking After Geriatric Pets And Getting Them Adopted
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It is true that old age is not a disease. But, there are some special considerations as pets approach their senior years. Dr. Susan Krebsbach, practice owner of Creature Counseling, a veterinary animal behavior consultation service, covers senior pets in a shelter environment. Also discussed are creative ways to get these pets adopted into new homes.
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The following are special considerations of senior pets:
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Physical changes
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Behavioral changes
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Changing nutritional needs
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Decreased activity
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Environment/Consistency
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All of the above
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A. All of the above -
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What is the best remedy to address the physical changes of senior pets?
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Keep them active
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Provide them with a comfortable place to sleep
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Feed them at least three times a day
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Reduce walks and play time to only 5 minutes a week
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Provide them with plenty of supplements
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A. Keep them active -
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Pain assessment and management is a special consideration with senior pets.
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True
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False
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A. True -
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Behavior changes with aging, such as problems with orientation, social interaction, activities & exercise, grooming, housetraining, sleeping, and eating, may be medical problems that mask themselves as behavioral problems.
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True
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False
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A. True -
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What is (are) the environment/consistency consideration(s) of senior pets?
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Need for consistent environment
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Need for closer supervision
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Need for consistent routine
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Need for more room to roam
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(a), (b) and (c)
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A. (a), (b) and (c) -
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What are some of the things that can be done in a shelter environment to help the behavioral/mental health of a senior pet?
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Monitor emotional well-being
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Foster care, if possible
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Housing in a quieter area (e.g., office of staff worker)
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Housed separate from younger, more active animals
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Provide individualize attention
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All of the above
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A. All of the above -
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Senior people often do not make a good match with senior pets because of differences in energy levels.
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True
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False
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A. False -
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The following description(s) should be avoided when referring to senior pets?
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Mature
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Old
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Wisest resident
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Senior
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All of the above
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A. Old -
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What is the definition of a senior pet?
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Over 5 years of age
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Over 10 years of age
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Over 15 years of age
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Over 20 years of age
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Number of years may vary by species and breed
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A. Number of years may vary by species and breed -
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What is the most common medical condition of senior pets in a shelter environment?
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Matted hair
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Sores and abscesses
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Dental problems
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Hyperthyroidism
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Heartworm
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A. Dental problems -
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