All dogs tend to slow down their lifestyle on their own accord, activity levels decrease and they sleep more. Should you have young children in your household, it is important to make them understand that a sleeping dog should be left in peace, also finding a suitable place to put his bed is necessary. At night time the Puli can be reluctant to be apart from his owner, so a space in your bedroom would be most welcome.

Older Pulis should be treated with compassion, remember they also feel the onset of old age, and welcome just a little extra consideration from you.

Many dogs become deaf or go blind as they grow older. This is indeed a process that happens over a period of time, which may not be noticed for a while, and is often untreatable.

One worth while thing is to teach your young Puli hand and voice commands as this could be valuable in the years ahead.

Should blindness be a problem, do remember to keep your furniture in the same place, so that your dog does not get confused by bumping into things. But, it is not just the furniture, thought should be given to areas with floors that easily become slippery, or the dog trying to use the stairs. Gates are a good way to restricting your Puli to particular areas.

In the garden this can be a problem as a dog can easily loose his sense of direction, it may be a good idea to fence off a particular area, which is safe for your Puli and can easily be kept clean. For your own benefit, having good outside lighting can be a good idea, just in case you have to look for your Puli in the dark.

Elderly dogs often suffer from arthritis, this can often cause pain and the dog may find it difficlut to settle sometimes. Provide him somewhere a little more comfortable to sleep. Exercise is still important, but should be more in line with the Pulis age and health.

Another concern can be the loss of sense, or even senility. This does not mean to say if the Puli is still active he cannot be taken out for walks, but providing an extending leash can minimise the Puli wandering off in the wrong direction and getting lost.

Of course the onset of old age, does not mean that everything has to stop, simply making allowances and adjusting your Pulis life style is very often all that is required. If you watch your dog he will more than likely tell you what he wants and doesn’t want to do. A highly active youngster may well suddenly decide he prefers trips out in the car, rather than a long hike.

So, just as long as you cannot see any others reasons for your Pulis change of ways, let him enjoy his life as he wishes.

Looking After Your Puli

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