How are people dealing with senior pets when they live alone?
How are people dealing with senior pets when they live alone?
I have a wonderful senior dog and he’s my best friend. And I’m so scared of his aging. As he’s slowing down and I keep an eye out for medical issues I just can’t imagine how and when to make a call about his life.
I work all day away from home and live by myself, which was not the situation when I’d adopted him initially. I don’t have a community or friends or family around to help during the day if and when it comes to that. I can’t afford dog sitters especially not ones with training.
What if he could be fine with more support and money, should I give him back to animal rescue?
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Talk to your vet. Senior dogs may have incontinent issues but just clean it up or put pads down.
You don't necessarily need others help.When the time comes, just think of your pet and don't let them suffer. I let my little boy suffer at least a day longer than I should have because I couldn't say goodbye, but don't let your best friend sit in pain.
Don't feel bad if they have a medical issue that you can't pay for. That is common and doesn't make you a bad pet owner.