Our pets are living longer than ever before thanks to better medicine and a better understanding of what they need most in a health care plan. Supplements, vitamins, and special diets are very helpful to maintain the quality of an animal's life long after they become "seniors."
We encourage clients to screen their pets with blood wok, urinalysis, and thyroid testing, as they get older. Dental disease is a problem with many of our older animals, as well as masses and other problems that may be resolved with surgery. We change our anesthesia based on the needs of your pet and require blood testing and the placement of an IV catheter before all surgeries.
Arthritis is another problem that animals may acquire, as they get older. This disease is manageable through supplements, pain medications, and diets. If your pet appears stiff or uncomfortable at home, alert your veterinarian. He or she can locate the painful area and prescribe the best combination of therapy that will work with your lifestyle.