Senior Pet Vet Services
Just like humans, pets experience a range of physical and behavioural changes as they age. Because our pets age much faster than we do, it’s important to recognise when they are entering their senior life stage. While every pet is an individual, we generally consider pets to be “senior” around the following ages:
- Cats & Small Dogs (under 10 kg): 7 – 10 years of age
- Medium to Large Dogs (10 – 40 kg): 6 – 8 years of age
- Giant Breed Dogs (over 40 kg): 5 – 6 years of age
As they age, pets become more susceptible to certain health conditions. These can be early signs of common age-related health issues, including:
- Arthritis and Joint Pain
- Dental Disease
- Heart and Kidney Disease
- Vision and Hearing Loss
- Cognitive Changes
- Cancers and Tumours
Early detection and management of these conditions are the key to keeping your senior pet comfortable and happy.
Call us today on 07 4151 3550 or book online.
Proactive Care for a Happy Life
At Sugarland Animal Hospital, we believe in a proactive and preventative approach to senior pet care. We recommend that most senior pets visit us for a comprehensive wellness examination every six months. This allows our veterinarians to detect and address potential health problems before they become serious.
Our senior wellness services are designed to be comprehensive and tailored to your pet’s specific needs:
- Twice-Yearly Senior Wellness Exams: A thorough head-to-tail physical examination to assess your pet’s overall health.
- Advanced Diagnostic Screening: Regular screening tests including blood tests, urinalysis, and blood pressure monitoring.
- Pain Management & Mobility Support: Modern, effective pain management solutions to help manage discomfort and improve mobility.
- Nutritional Counselling: Specialised senior diets to help manage weight, support joint health, and address specific medical conditions.
- Dedicated Parasite Prevention: Ensuring their prevention plan is up-to-date to protect them from the significant threats of paralysis ticks and heartworm.
Keep your pet protected with Sugarland Animal Hospital
As Bundaberg’s only Accredited Animal Hospital of Excellence, our team combines expertise with a compassionate approach, treating every pet as if they were our own.
We offer a full range of veterinary services, including vaccinations, wellness exams, emergency care and more. Our flexible payment options and friendly, welcoming environment ensure you and your pet feel supported every step of the way.
Trust Sugarland Animal Hospital to keep your pet healthy and safe. Explore our full range of services to get started.
Ready to book your pet’s next vaccination? Contact us today.
