Senior Health at 8 years of Age

  Pets age 6-7 years for every human year. We recommend your senior pet have an exam every 6 months. This is equivalent to their human pet parent going to their doctor every 3 years.  Between exams, observe your pet for any changes and report them to one of our doctors. Early detection may slow or prevent a disease from occurring. We recommend a Senior Health Screen be done a minimum of once a year after age 8 and may need to be done more frequently depending on your pet's health.

Other tests may be recommended depending on your pet’s breed, symptoms you report, or lab results. We encourage you to call today to schedule your pet’s exam. Senior care is important and will help ensure your pet lives a longer healthier life.

Age related diseases include:

Chronic Pain          Diabetes                    Obesity         
Dry Eyes                 Cancer                       Mental dysfunction
Dental Disease      Hyperthyroidism       Renal Failure Hypertension
Anemia                    Heart Disease          Urinary Incontinence

Sleeping with a senior pet? Put a foot stool by your bed. Your pet will be able to make a comfortable transition from the floor to your bed. Sweet Dreams!