You have to double the number of vet check ups 

One of the most important things that you have to take into consideration when you have a dog is not to miss any check-ups at the vet, especially when you have a senior dog and the number of vet visits will be doubled. According to the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA), a senior dog should go to the vet every six months. 

“Semi-annual wellness exams are a wonderful way to keep on top of any medical conditions,” says Tonya Wilhelm, a Toldeo, Ohio-area dog trainer and founder of Raising Your Pets Naturally. “By doing this, the veterinarian is able to do a full exam, look for any concerning lumps, listen to the dog’s heart function and evaluate hearing and eyesight.”