{"id":575,"date":"2025-10-29T19:36:03","date_gmt":"2025-10-29T19:36:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.secondhomepetresort.com\/blog\/?p=575"},"modified":"2025-10-29T19:36:03","modified_gmt":"2025-10-29T19:36:03","slug":"november-2025-newsletter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.secondhomepetresort.com\/blog\/november-2025-newsletter\/","title":{"rendered":"November 2025 Newsletter"},"content":{"rendered":"

Honoring Senior Pets and Caring for Them<\/strong><\/a> <\/strong>
\nNovember is National Senior Pet Month and a perfect time to not only celebrate your senior but to learn how to care for aging pets. This includes regular vet checkups, tailored exercise routines, and more.<\/p>\n

As pets age, they have different needs, physically, mentally, and medically. \u201cRegular veterinary examinations can detect problems in older pets, before those problems become serious or life-threatening, which can lead to a longer, healthier life for your pet,\u201d according to the article, \u201cCaring for senior cats and dogs\u201d at American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA).<\/p>\n

Older pets are more susceptible to age-related issues and some diseases. This often means more vet visits, a different diet, and lifestyle. The AVMA article suggests:<\/p>\n

\u00b7 More veterinary care
\n\u00b7 Change in diet and nutrition
\n\u00b7 Controlling weight
\n\u00b7 Controlling parasites
\n\u00b7 Vaccination requirements for older pets
\n\u00b7 Appropriate exercise
\n\u00b7 Keeping up their mental health<\/p>\n

There are more common health problems in both senior cats and dogs. According to the AVMA article, \u201cCancer is the cause of death in almost half of dogs and about a third of cats over 10 years old.\u201d Some signs to look for include:<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Abdominal swelling
\n\u00b7 Bleeding from nose, mouth, or other body openings
\n\u00b7 Hard to eat, swallow, or breathe
\n\u00b7 Lumps, bumps, or discolored skin
\n\u00b7 Non-healing sores<\/p>\n

Senior pets may have different grooming needs. \u201cThey may have trouble keeping themselves clean or reaching areas to groom, so more frequent bathing or trimmings may be necessary,\u201d according to the article, \u201c5 Expert Tips for Caring for Senior Pets\u201d at ASPCA.<\/p>\n

Keep your pet\u2019s coat brushed and clean. Tangling can cause a lot of discomfort for your pet. It\u2019s also important to ensure your pet\u2019s nails are not too long.<\/p>\n

Ensure your pet\u2019s senior years are golden. If you have concerns, contact your veterinarian.<\/p>\n

Thanksgiving Tips: Keeping Your Pet Safe During the Feast<\/strong><\/a> <\/strong>
\nSoon people around the country will celebrate Thanksgiving. It\u2019s important to keep your pet safe around the food and all the commotion of guests.<\/p>\n

Guests usually mean doors opening and closing, according to the article, \u201cThanksgiving Safety Tips for Pets\u201d at the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA). \u201cThis gives pets more chances to dart outside unnoticed and escape,\u201d the article said. When your pet flees outside the chances of becoming lost, being hit by a car, or meeting other animals become greater. Help protect your pet by doing the following:<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Place pets in a safe, quiet room.
\n\u00b7 Use barriers or baby gates to keep pets away from open doors.
\n\u00b7 Ensure your pet is microchipped with updated information.
\n\u00b7 Your pet should always wear a collar with \u201clegible identification tags.\u201d<\/p>\n

According to the AAHA article, keep your pets away from lit candles (use flameless candles placed out of reach), electrical cords (secure cords with protective covers), and decorative plants (artificial plants can do the trick).<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t offer foods that can be harmful to pets. According to the article, \u201cThanksgiving Safety Tips\u201d at ASPCA, \u201cIf you do decide to feed your pet a small bite of turkey or other meat, make sure it\u2019s boneless and fully cooked.\u201d Some spices and ingredients can be toxic to pets, including onions and garlic. Bouillon cubes and raw yeast bread dough are also dangerous. Keep your pets away from the desserts. Raw eggs, artificial sweeteners, and chocolate can cause major damage.<\/p>\n

Where there\u2019s food, there\u2019s trash. Take out your garbage so that your pet doesn\u2019t get into it. All those items you don\u2019t want your pet to get into will likely be in the trash. \u201cTry to remember to empty your trash throughout the day so that curious pets don\u2019t get into trouble,\u201d the ASPCA article said.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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