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As your pet ages, subtle changes may go unnoticed.
To ensure your pet’s health and comfort in their later years, regular check-ups are essential. Common diseases seen in elderly pets include arthritis, kidney disease, and dental issues, among others.
For our senior furry friends, we highly recommend annual (or ideally bi-annual) exams and annual blood work to monitor their health. During these senior exams, we thoroughly assess changes in appetite, activity, urination, breathing, and other potential indicators of illness.
Senior Care for Dogs
It can be challenging to realize when your dog starts to age, as different breeds become seniors at different ages.
Toy breeds become seniors at age 9, medium-sized dogs at age 7, and large breeds at age 5.
As your pet ages, diseases may progress gradually or rapidly, which is why regular exams and blood work are crucial to catch any underlying issues. Dogs may hide signs of illness, making early detection vital.
During your dog’s senior exam, we also observe changes in appetite, drinking, urination, activity, hair coat, and any signs of discomfort from arthritis.
Signs of possible disease in senior dogs include vomiting, weight loss, changes in stools, increased urination or drinking, changes in hair coat, decreased activity, decreased appetite, difficulty eating, and pain when moving.
Senior Care for Cats
Recognizing when your cat starts to age can be challenging, as diseases may progress gradually or rapidly.
To ensure your cat’s well-being, we recommend annual (or ideally bi-annual) exams and annual blood work. Cats can hide signs of illness, making regular check-ups vital.
During your cat’s senior exam, we pay close attention to changes in appetite, drinking, urination, activity, hair coat, and any signs of discomfort from arthritis.
Signs of possible disease in senior cats include changes in hair coat, decreased grooming, hiding or acting less social, changes in appetite and thirst, weight loss, changes in urination, and difficulty breathing.
At Ceglinski Animal Clinic, we are dedicated to providing exceptional senior pet care, helping your furry companions age gracefully and enjoy their golden years to the fullest. Schedule a senior pet exam with us today to ensure their ongoing health and happiness.
