Senior Feline Preventative Care
As cats age, they can develop various medical problems, but we see three common problems in geriatric patients: diabetes, kidney disease, and hyperthyroidism. All three diseases affect the other systems over time and, if left untreated at an early stage, can be fatal. However, if these chronic disease processes are detected soon after they start, they may be very treatable and controllable.
Being aware of the health problems that can occur as your pet reaches their golden years, as well as what you can do to help keep them as healthy, active, and comfortable as possible, can ensure that you both enjoy the final stage in your pet’s life to the fullest. Generally, we recommend that cats seven years of age and older have blood drawn and checked annually. This way, we can detect the problem before it becomes a major medical problem.
As in all senior preventive exams, early detection is the key, as it allows for more and better treatment options.
Our Senior Feline Preventative Care Exam Includes:
- LOTS of love and treats to make your visit Fear-Free and memorable for good experiences!
- A Fear Free comprehensive physical exam from head-to-tail
- Develop a tailored vaccination plan of action based on your pet’s lifestyle
- Screening and recommendations for preventing external parasites such as fleas and ticks
Screening and recommendations for preventing Intestinal parasites
If needed, screening for infectious disease will indicate whether your pet has been infected with feline leukemia virus (FeLV) or feline AIDS virus (FIV)- the most common contagious disease in felines. It also indicates exposure to heartworms - Diagnostic testing, including a blood chemistry profile and complete blood count, will provide information about your pet’s kidneys, liver, and pancreas, as well as other functions of the body. A complete blood count can identify infection, inflammation, and anemia
- A complete urinalysis will assess the overall health of your pet’s urinary tract, including the kidneys and bladder. It identifies an infection or inflammation in the urinary tract
- A thyroid function test detects whether or not your pet’s thyroid glands are functioning correctly. Thyroid disease is very common in felines
- Nutritional counseling
What to Bring to Your Pets Senior Feline Preventative Care Exam?
All your questions and concerns!! Bring any medications or supplements your pet takes a comprehensive and detailed list, or photos on your cell. We also ask that you bring a fresh stool sample, if possible, and the name of the food you are using; snap a photo if that works best for you. You can stop by the clinic and pick up a free stool sample container. Give us a call when you arrive, and we will bring the sample container to your car. For your safety and your cat’s, please bring your cat in a secure carrier. When you and your pet arrive at the clinic, please choose one of our Curbside Parks and give us a call.
