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Lifestages Part 3: Caring for Your Adult and Senior Pets with Drew Webster, CBDC

March 26, 2025 • Dr. Randy Pet Vet • Season 2 • Episode 6

Summary
Back for our 3rd episode in the Lifestages series with Drew Webster, CBDC, and Mark Drucker, we discuss the various life stages of dogs, focusing on adulthood and seniorhood. We explore the behavioral changes that occur during these stages, the importance of proactive care, and the significance of understanding a dog's genetic makeup. Our conversation also delves into dental care for adult dogs and the concept of cooperative care in veterinary practices, emphasizing the need for pet owners to engage their dogs in their own care routines. We highlight the complexities of caring for dogs, particularly as they transition into their senior years, and we also discuss the importance of cooperative care, proactive training, and understanding behavioral changes that may indicate pain or discomfort.

Main Takeaways
- Understanding a dog's genetic makeup can enhance training.
- Regular veterinary check-ups are crucial during adulthood.
- Creating purpose for adult dogs enhances their well-being.
- Behavior changes in pets can indicate underlying health problems.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Life Stages of Dogs
02:52 Understanding Adulthood in Dogs
14:36 Transitioning to Seniorhood
18:34 Dental Care for Adult Dogs
24:34 Cooperative Care and Veterinary Practices
27:19 Cooperative Care and Proactive Training
31:57 Navigating Senior Dog Care
36:54 Understanding Pain and Behavior Changes
40:52 Physical Decline and Nutrition in Seniors
45:21 The Importance of Early Detection and Cancer Awareness

Connect with Drew Webster
Instagram: @doctrdrewlittle / doctrdrewlittle | @behaviorofdogs - / behaviorofdogs

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Products and Resources I Recommend
Microbiome Testing
Animal Biome - Gut Microbiome Health Test

Nutrition
Just for Dogs
Farmers Dog

Other
Sundown Syndrome
Fear Free Pets

Books
Four Paws in Five Directions; by Dr. Cheryl Schwartz
The Forever Dog; by Dr. Karen Shaw Becker & Rodney Habib

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