She is an australian sheepdog, border collie,& huskey mix....I guess I am a bit worried about how much longer she'll live. Any comments?
2006-09-17 07:50:26 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
To be honest your dog is already very very old. For any dog but especially a larger breed to make it to 18 is pretty uncommon. I don't mean to sound unkind, but your dog is probably due to pass any day, but she has certainly had a very good run of it.
2006-09-17 07:55:15 · answer #1 · answered by dsi_samw 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had a collie/huskey mix growing up. He was the protector of the house. Best friend. Went with us everywhere. He lived to be about 18 years old. He started with arthritis, lost his eyesight, then started wetting all over the house, couldn't control it. We had to put him down. Best dog ever though! 18 is old for a dog. You did well.
2006-09-17 07:59:43 · answer #2 · answered by flower 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You must have taken good care of her. A dog that size has a life expectancy of about 10-12 years. I have a 15 yr old greyhound who has outlived her life expectancy by about 6 years. If you take one of those dog/human year quizzes my dog is around 100 in human years. I don't think there is much you can do other than keep her comfortable, give her highly nutritious food (depending on whether she is gaining or losing weight) Provide whatever special care she might need: I have a sling for my girl because her back legs don't work. Don't punish incontinence. Love her to pieces.
2006-09-17 08:04:41 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If your dog has lived to be 18 years old then be grateful. The average life expectancy of most dogs and cats is at 7 or 8 years max.
2006-09-17 07:53:18 · answer #4 · answered by rltouhe 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Congratulations are definitely in order. No one can know for sure how long she will live. It is good that you are asking these questions now because preparing yourself mentally now will help ease your mind when the time comes. I would go to the dog park and ask how others dealt with the death of their beloved pets. It may sound morbid, but it might help to inquire with your vet about after life options such as burial. Of course it will be sad, but she will be in dogie heaven.
2006-09-17 08:04:48 · answer #5 · answered by Mega_Areee 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's very hard losing a pet after so many years but if she is suffering in any way have her put down out of love and kindness for her.We don't want our family loved ones suffering in the end so why should our faithful pets suffer?I'm sure you'll know what to do when the time comes.
2006-09-17 07:57:20 · answer #6 · answered by tea cup 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It all depends on what kind of shape your dog is in. Walks and vitamins are a very important part of a healthy dog. And I suggest more frequent visits to the vet for regular check ups.
2006-09-17 07:59:27 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Having just lost my 16 year old kind of unexpectedly she wasnt ill or anything, all I can say is enjoy every moment and when the time comes hold her in your arms and say goodbye. Having had her this long i am sure you will know when shes had enough. You are very lucky to have her this long and shes lucky to have you.
2006-09-17 07:57:25 · answer #8 · answered by mips1970 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had a rough collie and he lived 16 years with us. We were taking care of him for almost six months cause he was very sick, and we did it because we loved him, he was more than our pet, he was our friend, our kids company, and he was with me in my driving classes. We still remembered him in his good times, running and playing with us. Take care of your pet, and be prepared, because when he is not with you anymore, he'd always be with you in your memories.
2006-09-17 08:44:39 · answer #9 · answered by latindoglover 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As long as she is healthy and happy she should live at least a few more years. Good luck.
2006-09-17 07:58:09 · answer #10 · answered by spiritcavegrl 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋