Which aging coat/skin fact is accurate?

• A. Aging increases oil production
• B. Aging makes fur move faster
• C. Drier skin is common in older dogs
• D. All dogs become hypoallergenic

Answer: (C)

As dogs age, the skin’s oil-producing glands often slow down, so natural oils that keep the skin moisturized decline. That leads to drier skin and a coat that may look dull or feel brittle. Because of this aging pattern, the statement that drier skin is common in older dogs best reflects what actually happens to a senior dog’s coat and skin. The idea that aging increases oil production goes against this pattern, since oil production typically falls with age. The notion of fur moving faster isn’t a recognized aging change, and becoming hypoallergenic isn’t something that happens to all dogs simply because they get older.