Senior Pet Wellness

As pets age, they require increased attention and specialized care. Our senior wellness program is designed to help your pet stay healthy and fit as they grow older, allowing us to identify any potential health issues early on, when they are usually easier to address. Regular veterinary check-ups can significantly extend your pet’s lifespan!

Early diagnosis of diseases and health conditions is crucial at any stage of a pet’s life, but it becomes even more vital as dogs and cats reach their senior years. The likelihood of developing conditions such as arthritis, cancer, diabetes, heart disease, hormonal issues, and kidney and liver ailments rises with age. Moreover, older pets often do not display symptoms of serious illnesses until they have progressed significantly.

The definition of senior status can vary based on your pet’s breed and size; generally, smaller dogs tend to live longer than larger breeds, and cats typically have a longer lifespan than dogs. We can assist you in determining your pet’s current life stage.

Before your pet reaches their senior years, we recommend scheduling a baseline examination and diagnostic assessment. This initial evaluation will help us establish a reference for what is normal for your pet, enabling us to monitor any changes over time. Generally, we advise this check-up to take place when dogs reach 7 years of age or cats hit 8 years. After that, your senior pet will benefit from more regular veterinary visits and diagnostic evaluations.

We can address various symptoms often linked to aging, including those related to cognitive dysfunction syndrome, which is similar to Alzheimer’s disease in humans. Additionally, we can enhance your pet’s quality of life by identifying and alleviating pain, providing tailored nutrition and exercise recommendations, and suggesting adjustments to their environment.

We will customize a senior wellness plan that meets your pet’s specific needs. If you have questions, we are happy to discuss the details of our senior wellness program. Contact us today to arrange your pet’s examination!