A strong defense is the best offense… Prevention is important! One of the best ways to keep your pet happy, healthy and hairy is to schedule your annual exam with Brewerton Hospital for Animals. These routine visits are a great time to discuss and stay current with the best preventative plans that fit your pets’ current needs.
As part of our unwavering commitment to providing comprehensive care for senior pets, we offer a wide range of specialized treatments and services tailored specifically to their needs. This includes effective pain management strategies, dedicated mobility support, and invaluable nutritional guidance. Our ultimate goal is to ensure that your beloved senior pets savor their golden years in utmost contentment, surrounded by abundant love and exceptional attention.
When you choose Brewerton Hospital for Animals, you’re choosing a trusted partner for your senior pet’s journey. We understand the deep bond you share with your furry family members and we are committed to providing the support and expertise necessary to ensure their comfort and happiness in their later stages of life. Count on us to be their every step of the way as we continue to enrich your lives through unwavering companionship.
Geriatric pets deserve exceptional care, particularly as they enter their golden years. Our specialized senior pet services are specifically tailored to address the unique challenges that come with aging, ensuring your beloved companions maintain their vitality and happiness. From effectively managing arthritis to making essential dietary adjustments, our team is committed to supporting you in providing the highest quality of life for your older pets.
Our skilled veterinarians possess extensive knowledge of geriatric dog and cat care. They understand the complexities involved and are committed to providing top-notch senior pet care. By combining top facilities with a compassionate approach, we develop personalized care plans that take into account the unique medical background and individual needs of your pet. Routine check-ups and preventive measures play a vital role in identifying age-related concerns at an early stage, and our dedicated team is devoted to ensuring the well-being and happiness of your senior pets.
As pets age, geriatric care becomes crucial for extending their life and maintaining their well-being. Regularly attending scheduled wellness exams is essential, even if they appear healthy. Senior pets necessitate frequent preventative veterinarian care and early diagnoses during their golden years to ensure a decent quality of life as they age.
Our veterinarians at Brewerton Hospital for Animals are dedicated to ensuring the optimal health of geriatric pets. We achieve this by promptly identifying and treating emerging health issues, implementing proactive measures while managing them effectively and easily.
Geriatric pets, like humans, can face the challenge of heart disease. It is particularly common for senior dogs to experience congestive heart failure. This condition arises when the heart loses its ability to effectively pump blood, leading to fluid buildup in the heart, lungs, and chest cavity.
While dogs are more prone to heart disease, cats can still be affected by Feline Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy, which is relatively common. This condition leads to the thickening of a cat’s heart walls, resulting in reduced cardiac efficiency.
Osteoarthritis can affect senior cats, not just older dogs. Although the symptoms in cats are more subtle than those in dogs, they can still experience a decrease in range of motion. Geriatric cats with osteoarthritis may show signs such as weight loss, loss of appetite, depression, changes in attitude and grooming habits, urinating or defecating outside the litter pan, and difficulty jumping on and off objects.
It can occur in older pets as a result of degeneration in their eyes and ears, causing varying degrees of deafness and blindness. This condition is more commonly observed among dogs than cats. As pets age, these issues may develop gradually, which allows elderly dogs to adapt their behavior while making it challenging for pet owners to identify the problem.
Senior cats may develop liver disease, which is often associated with high blood pressure or hyperthyroidism. This condition exhibits symptoms such as loss of appetite, jaundice, drooling, and increased thirst. Similarly, older dogs can experience liver issues that manifest as seizures, fever, abdominal fluid buildup, and more. If these symptoms occur in geriatric pets, immediate veterinary care becomes crucial. Moreover, aging pets commonly face a decline in kidney function due to factors like medication usage. Although chronic kidney disease cannot be cured outright, a combination of dietary adjustments and medications can effectively manage its progression.
Elderly cats and dogs often experience urinary tract conditions and incontinence. As their muscles controlling the bladder weaken, accidents can occur. However, it’s important to note that incontinence may indicate larger health issues like urinary tract infections or dementia.
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