Even though Mochi acts and plays like a puppy, I have to remind myself that he is eight years old! So now that Mochi is an older dog, sometimes even considered a senior dog, I have to make sure that his care is regulated so he stays healthy.
Most of the time, if Mochi meets a new person, they are shocked to hear that he is eight years old. When I say “eight,” they think I am referring to months!
A lifetime of caring…and vet visits
As a puppy, Mochi went through normal vaccinations and vet visits. But unfortunately, Mochi’s immune system wasn’t strong and it seemed that he caught everything that came his way. He easily picked up kennel cough and he had a rough bout with giardia.
Then we noticed that Mochi would itch himself constantly. Not from fleas, but just that he would feel itchy. It got so bad that he had once scratched his fur away into a bald spot. That’s when we knew he had to see a specialist.
After seeing a dermatologist, we found out that Mochi was pretty much allergic to everything under the sun. So then we added a daily medicine for allergy treatment to his regimen.
He was getting to be quite an expensive dog, but just look at that face!
Food and Diet
Throughout Mochi’s life, we have always strived to provide him with the best food possible. That includes not giving him table scraps. Even though he has the sweetest face, we can’t give in when he begs for a little bit of food. Mochi does receive carrots, apples, and the occasional piece of bacon.
I hate it when I have spent a day of errands and grocery shopping, but then I forget that Mochi is almost out of food. But here’s a way that you never have to worry about forgetting to pick up pet food again!
With Amazon and Hill’s Science Diet®, you can subscribe and save with the auto-refill program. I love that you can order online so there’s no need to lug heavy dog food from the car, it’s delivered right to your door!
Why Hill’s Science Diet?
- Made with natural, high-quality ingredients
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Clinically proven antioxidants
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No artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives
- Vets #1 Choice to feed their own pets
Some of the benefits of ordering Hill’s Science Diet through Amazon include:
- Regular food delivery
- Right away you can save 5% on your order
- No cost to Subscribe and Save
For me, I would do anything for my dog. With the ease of online food ordering, now I can have more time to play and have fun with Mochi!
17 responses
Awww he’s such a beautiful dog! He’s lucky to have an owner who takes such great care of him and gives him everything he needs; especially healthy food!
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Thank you! He knows he’s spoiled and has us wrapped around his little paw 😉
Aw it’s amazing you take such great care of him! What a cutie. Dogs are family, love that you give him exactly what he needs
Mochi is definitely part of the family. I swear he could be costing us more than a baby!
I have four dogs and the oldest is about 14 years old. She has developed arthritis and is just starting to show her age. We’ve had to significantly change our activities with her because she is just unable to keep up now.
I would love to have more dogs. If we get backyard, I will be adopting more to join the family!
He is so cute! Poor little guy, my boyfriend’s dog is pretty much allergic to everything under the sun too =/ It is definitely very costly! I’m glad you found things that work for him- we have 3 babies now, one we just adopted, an 8 year old, and a 15 year old who is struggling now 🙁 *thegoodthingscomin.wordpress.com
Oh man, two allergic pups! I swear Mochi is keeping my vet in business. I love that you have so many pups! I get overwhelmed when Mochi’s friend’s spend the night. Just two dogs is a lot of work.
What a precious, precious pup! I love all of your sweet doggie images. And for some reason, I hadn’t ever thought about ordering dog food through Amazon. Thank you so much for that wonderful, time-saving tip!
I know! I totally forgot that Amazon has literally everything under the sun.
Great tips! We used to use Hill’s Science Diet all the time.
Thanks Alix!
Mochi is the cutest!! Glad he’s doing so well with aging. He seems super happy and healthy 🙂
Thank you!! He’s still so energetic that he has everyone fooled that he is actually 8!
What a sweet pup! Sounds like a great diet, too!
Great diet, it’s great when you find something that’s beneficial. My dog is 17 a poodle he is striving as well
Aww, what a cute boy he is! So good of you to pick the best food for his diet. I really like that it’s all natural too!