{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Your Natural Dog with Angela Ardolino","title":"77. Caring for Senior Dogs with Dr. Ava Frick ","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1418,"description":"The lifestyle and diet that works for a puppy may not continue to work as your dog ages, but often we forget to make changes to best support our senior dogs. In this episode of Your Natural Dog with Angela Ardolino, we’re joined by Dr. Ava Frick, a unique leader in the veterinary field making it possible to achieve higher quality of life for the longest possible amount of time. Dr. Frick joins us to discuss caring for senior dogs and pets, and the importance of paying attention to your dogs’ digestion, behavior, and mobility as they age. She also shares some common signs of aging and explains how planning and nutrition in the puppy stage can help your dog stay healthier in the future. \n\nEpisode Recap: \nWe often forget that dogs’ needs change as they age \nWhen is a dog considered a senior? \nDigestion changes as dogs age \nLook for behavior changes as your dog ages \nPay attention to your dog’s mobility, it’s essential to quality of life  \nCBD for senior dogs\nConventional pain regulation can make things worse for older dogs \nHow to connect with Dr. Frick \n\n\nEpisode Resources:\nDr. Ava Frick’s Website\nDr. Ava Frick’s book - “Conversations with Animals”\nHave a question about your pet that you want answered on the podcast? Email us at carter@yournaturaldog.com \nAngela Ardolino\nCBD Dog Health\n\nNote: Like all discount codes, they don't last furever!\n\nFollow Your Natural Dog on Facebook and Instagram and if you want to see what Angie (our founder) is up to, follow her on Facebook ","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/hQTYNN7Jy3D3R2-x-ysWDodZEKOLf7oa59rZrkCS3gA/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzM3NDY3LzE2NzI3/NzU2OTYtYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}