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How can I stop my 13 year old Collie from continuing to lose weight? He has recently had a full physical examination including geriatric blood work and all tests came back fine.

Dr. Horwitz, a Veterinarian says:
Is some cases an elderly dog will lose weight due to a medical problem. If that has been ruled out, additional causes include lack of appetite and changes in sensory ability. There is some evidence that as animals age their sense of smell declines. Smell is often an important sensory component in the eating process. For some dogs the addition of a small amount of canned food ( a tablespoon or less) may help increase their appetite and food intake. It is also important to feed an diet appropriate for their lifestage such as Purina ONE Senior Protection Formula.
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My cat chases her tail and screeches at it very loudly. Is there a way to stop this behavior?

Dr. Horwitz, a Veterinarian says:
This type of behavior may have many different causes. A painful condition in the tail or rectal area may cause the cat to vocalize and chase her tail. In other situations a cat may be suffering from a behavioral disorder such as a compulsive disorder or a psychomotor seizure that causes the behavior. A veterinary visit is essential to determine the cause and to prescribe appropriate treatment.
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