I've got a little old dog, he's a border terrier x Jack Russel. He was a rescue so not sure on exactly age but think about 12 (we've had him 11 years).
We have a lot of outdoor space in a rural area and it's not the most secure but he's always stuck around and never wandered off.
A neighbour brought him back today because he'd wandered down onto the lane! It's a short dead end so no real traffic but still.
We can make sure he's better supervised / restricted but has anyone had older dogs do this?
It's a busy household with 2 small kids and a young pointer dog. He's lively, plays etc on a walk although is a bit slower than he used to be. He is a bit nervous around the house, I think things startle him easily, like he can't hear / see things until later than usual. Eating well and otherwise well.
Any advice on how to keep him happy? Would you take him for a check up at the vets? Should we make sure he gets quiet time away from all the youngsters in the house?
Today a neighbour brought him back
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Imapudding · 12/08/2018 22:04
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