QuestionMy 12 year old female lab has excessive skin hanging from under her neck that seems to have appeared recently . . making her look like she has a really thick long neck. She doesn't appear to be in any pain and the area feels fleshy, she eats fine - just an ole' girl who moves slowly. Any ideas - just old age?
Thanks
AnswerOld dogs get that way. My 12 year old is that way. This photo is straight on:
http://www.photolocker.net/images/Labman/knitanewaster.jpg It shows even more from the side. It could be worse if the dog is overweight. That can cause many other problems. Here is a good guide to judging her body condition:
http://www.puppychow.com/products/popup_body_condition.aspx If so, you may want to switch to a senior formula. I still have my Aster on adult pro Plan, the same as my 8 month old.