As dogs and cats get older, they need extra attention and specialized care. A senior wellness schedule helps keep your pet healthy, active, and comfortable as they age, while allowing us to catch potential problems early, when they’re easier to treat or manage. Regular veterinary exams can even help your pet live longer!
Early detection of diseases and age-related conditions is especially important for senior pets. Risks for arthritis, cancer, diabetes, heart disease, hormone disorders, and kidney or liver problems all increase with age. Many pets hide symptoms, so serious conditions can progress unnoticed until advanced stages.
“Senior” status varies depending on your pet’s breed and size—smaller dogs tend to live longer than larger breeds, and cats generally outlive dogs. We can help determine your pet’s life stage and plan appropriate care.
We recommend wellness exams and optional early detection panels every 6 months once your pet reaches senior status, typical at 8 years of age This establishes what’s normal for your pet, allowing us to track changes over time. Afterward, more frequent exams and optional diagnostic testing help monitor your senior pet’s health.
Our team can manage many age-related symptoms, including those associated with cognitive dysfunction syndrome (similar to Alzheimer’s in humans). We can also improve your pet’s quality of life through pain management, natural supplements, nutrition, and environmental modifications.
Every senior wellness plan is tailored to your pet’s individual needs. Call us today to schedule your senior pet’s exam and help them stay happy, healthy, and comfortable for years to come!