This is my first experience with a senior yorkie. Nikki is estimated to be 17+ years old. He is a rescue that I have had for 16 months. In the 16 months that I have had him he has become more grouchy, sleeps all the time and gets irritated when the 3 girls run around and play. I make sure he gets a lot attention but it doesn't make much difference. He also has days where he won't get up to eat and I have to bring his food to him, and days where he doesn't want to eat every meal. When the lady I got Nikki from rescued him 3 years ago his teeth were rotted to the bone. She couldn't afford the dental so he lived like that for 1 1/2 years. When I met her we took Nikki to the vet and for a reduced price he did 900 worth of dental and gum work. After he healed Nikki was like a new dog. He started eating and felt so much better. I would talk to your vet about the benefits of getting a dental done versus his age. It may make a big difference. It may take more time for them to get close especially as Rudy settles down. Ihope it all works out. |