Dogs age faster than us and because they can’t communicate when they are not feeling well they rely on us to take care of them. Annual checkups are important for preventive care but there are other signs we can keep a look out for. Here are our top 6. 1. Potty time. Does your dog have regular bladder and bowel movements? Make sure his or her bowel movements are free of blood, mucus, worms, off-color ( chalky white or black ), greasy coating or diarrhea. 2. Clean and odor free