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How do I get my old, sluggish dog to play?

I have a beagle and she is turning 9 in June. I feel bad for the poor thing because all she does is sleep. I just got a yellow lad (he’s about 8 months) and he tries to play with her, but she just staps at him. She’s still I sweet dog and would never hurt a fly, but she used to love playing with other dogs. Now every time anyone pets her she shakes and she’s a little over weight. I’m worried.

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You should get the weight off…that will help give her some energy. At nine…she’s 63 years old in human life…don’t expect her to play. She’s probably got a bit of arthritus, and an 8 month old Lab is ultra energentic…YOU play with the Lab…and let your elderly girl get her beauty rest.

Shaking can be a sign of pain…when was the last time you had her to the Vet for a health check? Older dogs need to go at least once a year…

Most older dogs sleep a lot.

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