My senior dog has many health issues. How can I make him comfortable?

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I just adopted a senior dog from the shelter. He is underweight, has only a few teeth, ear mites, arthritis, keeps licking his legs, whimpers at night even when not alone (he cries when alone-normal & expected), glaucoma/cataracts, underweight, dull coat, one eye is teary eyed. I took him to the vet and he said he is just a senior dog so that's expected. I am thinking he may be suffering. Would he be a good candidate for euthanasia? Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Male | unneutered | 5 lbs

Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

Before thinking about euthanasia I would suggest to discuss with your veterinarian a treatment plan to make him more comfortable. Some pain relief medications can be given in the long term to relieve arthritic pain, ear mites can be easily treated with ear drops and teeth can get descaled and eventually extracted if they are a source of pain and possibly infection. All these remedies will certainly make Tommy more comfortable. Please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

My senior dog has many health issues. How can I make him comfortable?

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