Ark Veterinary Is Your Pet A "Senior"? Ark Veterinary

You've heard that one human year equals seven dog years. Dr. Fred Metzger, DVM, developed this chart to tell you if your pet is considered a "Senior". Your veterinarian can help you to learn more about the special needs of senior and geriatric dogs and cats.
Dog's Size (In Pounds)
Age 0-20 21-50  51-90 >90
6 40 42 45 49
7 44 47 50 56
8 48 51 55 64
9 52 56 61 71
10 56 60 66 78
11 60 65 72 86
12 64 69 77 93
13 68 74 82 101
14 72 78 88 108
15 76 83 93 115
16 80 87 99 123
17 84 92 104 --
18 88 96 109 --
19 92 101 115 --
20 96 105 120 --
Based on a chart developed by Dr. Fred L. Metzger, DVM, Dipl. ABVP, State College, PA
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