As your pet ages, it is also important to watch for any changes in water intake, urination, appetite, and general behavior. If you notice any major changes with your pet, we recommend getting a thorough check-up performed. We will likely recommend a bloodwork panel to screen for problems on the inside that may not be apparent on a physical exam. Cats are especially good at hiding disease, so bloodwork can often lead us to detect things earlier than we would otherwise be able to. We also strongly recommend doing annual bloodwork in seemingly healthy pets to establish a baseline and to monitor for any changes as your pet ages. Bloodwork can help screen for diseases such as kidney disease, liver disease, thyroid disease, anemia, and many other conditions. Many of these conditions can be managed with diet changes or medications and supplements, but it is definitely wise to detect them sooner rather than later.
There is so much that we can do to maintain our senior pet’s quality of life. Please give us a call if you would like to schedule a consultation for your senior pet. We would love to help!
