As your dog ages, he or she can suffer from multiple sicknesses,
deterioration of senses, or anxiety issues. Whether it is an
easy to spot issue like loss of sight or a more hidden problem
like a brain tumor, you as a responsible dog owner should be
able to recognize the side effects of certain problems your dog
may be experiencing. As always, please report any changes in
your dog’s behavior to your regular veterinarian so they can
treat your “old dog” for any potential misfortunes in health.
Anxiety and Increased Irritability Increased anxiety and
irritability in dogs are two of the easiest signs of disease.
Many times, a veterinarian will use this as a key symptom for a
serious illness. For instance, if your geriatric dog develops a
case of separation anxiety or gets antsy when you sleep, he or
she may be suffering from an undiagnosed disease and will quit
the behavior when the pain or discomfort is relieved. It is
important to note when the anxiety occurs because this can be a
good indicator of what proble