Dogs and cats age on average, five to eight times faster than humans. By age two, most pets have already reached adulthood. At age four, many are entering middle age. By age seven, many cats and dogs, particularly larger breed dogs, are entering their senior years.
Because pets age so rapidly, major health changes can occur in a short amount of time. The risk of heart disease, arthritis, kidney disease, cancer, diabetes, obesityand other serious conditions all increase with age. Early detection is important and annual health checks can help your veterinarian diagnose and treat problems early or even prevent problems occurring altogether, thereforeenabling the best possible outcome for your pet. Annual health checks also offer you a great opportunity to ask us about nutrition, behaviour or any other topics.
Dogs and cats age much faster than people, meaning important health changes can develop in a relatively short time. While many pets appear healthy on the outside, underlying conditions such as dental disease, arthritis, kidney disease, cancer and heart disease can progress quietly over time.
Routine health checks allow early detection of disease, giving your veterinarian the best opportunity to diagnose, treat and sometimes even prevent serious health problems before they impact your pet's quality of life.
Annual visits are also a great opportunity to discuss your pet's nutrition, behaviour, mobility, lifestyle and preventative healthcare needs with our team.
Our annual wellness examinations may include:
As dogs age, they become more prone to age-related conditions that benefit from earlier detection and management. Additional senior health screening may include:
Senior cats can be particularly good at hiding illness, making routine screening especially important. Additional senior cat health checks may include:
Regular preventative healthcare helps your pet live a longer, healthier and more comfortable life. Early diagnosis often means more treatment options, lower long-term costs and improved outcomes for your pet.
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