Also, as mentioned above, liver disease, a common problem
in older pets, can also be an influence.
Cardiology (Heart): Although heart problems are found more often
in older pets, these conditions can affect pets at any age.
The most common form of kidney disease, CRF, occurs mostly
in older pets.
In addition, X-rays may be used as part of a general wellness exam
in older pets to help detect potential problems early on, or as part of a diagnostic examination if your pet is experiencing problems.
We also screen for other diseases, notably liver disease, sugar diabetes, and hyperthyroidism, on this blood panel due to their prevalence
in older pets.
Cancer of the kidneys can occur even at a young age, although it is usually diagnosed
in older pets.
These tumors, when they occur
in older pets, can usually be removed very successfully.
It affects the joints and causes pain, especially
in older pets.
Although many digestive issues occur
in older pets, decreased appetite and constipation are common complaints.
Before the Texas veterinary boards and the AVMA put a stop to it, (ref) pet owners corresponded with me when they faced painful health problems
in their older pets.
Most people are aware that pets can get many different types of cancer, as it is the leading cause of death
in older pets.
In older pets, this can last a few days.
Senior pet exams are similar to those for younger pets, but are more in depth, and may include dental care, possible blood work, and specific checks for physical signs of diseases that are more likely
in older pets.»
In older pets, benign growths known as epuli, as well as oral cancer may also cause drooling.
Exercise intolerance is a common complaint
in older pets and can have many different causes.
Our veterinary services and facilities are designed to assist in regular preventive care for younger, healthy pets; early detection and treatment of disease
in older pets; and complete medical and surgical care as necessary during their lifetime.
We have state of the art laboratory equipment, we use the latest anesthetic techniques, and provide multiple options to manage chronic pain
in your older pets.
Behavioral changes are common
in older pets and are a frequently overlooked physiological alteration that may affect the animal's ability, or desire to obtain adequate nutrition.
Because pets enter their mature years around the age of seven, Pet Vet offers a special screening examination designed to look for those diseases and conditions that are more common
in older pets.
In younger pets, it is usually caused by a trauma or foreign body but
in older pets tumors are common.
Avoid use of famotidine if your pet is nursing puppies / kittens Use with caution
in older pets or those with heart, liver or kidney disease If your pet has had an allergic reaction to famotidine or like products before Directions:
This is especially important
in older pets.
Hot spots
in older pets may actually be a sign of arthritis or hip dysplasia.
The number one natural cause of deaths
in older pets is cancer.Source: Veterinary Oncology & Hematology Center
Obesity is more common
in older pets whose activity level has decreased, and in neutered pets.
In this very common condition
in older pets, the lens starts to look a bit cloudy.
Chronic kidney disease is one of the most common causes of illness and death
in older pets.
Cancer is the # 1 natural cause of death
in older pets.
* Canine cancer is the # 1 natural cause of death
in older pets.
A much more common problem
in older pets is called nuclear sclerosis.
The good news is that most illnesses and diseases
in older pets can be treated, controlled, or cured to restore your dog or cat to optimum health for their age.
For example, conditions such as glaucoma are relatively common
in older pets and can be well treated when discovered early.
The most common signs
in older pets are lack luster, brittle hair coat, boniness, listlessness and diarrhea.
There are several common diseases widely found
in older pets that can be managed only if diagnosed at an initial stage.
Studies show that vitamins, digestive enzymes, and antioxidants can help improve digestion, boost the immune system and offer added protection against complications that may arise during the aging process
in older pets.
The valve related murmur is found most often in young animals with a congenital heart problem, or
in older pets with incomplete valve closure due to thickening of the heart valves.
Changes in kidney, liver and pancreatic function, arthritis, cataracts, heart disease and high blood pressure are more common
in older pets and can be detected during regular check ups and lab work.
Routine dentistry is an anesthetic procedure and common
in our older pets.
While supplements can be used to support the immune system during any illness, I am most often asked to prescribe something for pets with the following problems: any infectious disease (especially feline respiratory disease, kennel cough, distemper;) cancer; mange; and any condition
in older pets that just «aren't acting quite right.»
If your pet has had an allergic reaction to cimetidine or like products before Care should be taken
in older pets, those with blood abnormalities and those with liver or kidney disease If pet is presently taking like products (unless directed by your veterinarian).
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is very common
in older pets and affects approximately 3 in 10 geriatric cats1.
Changes happen
in older pets, but much like people, they can be kept comfortable with the right combination of medications or food and informed understanding from owners.
In older pets, it is often the first sign (along with increased water consumption = polydipsia) that their kidneys are failing.
Examples of chronic medical conditions common
in older pets include:
The Snoozer Memory Foam Luxury Pet Sofa is shaped just like a small sofa and stuffed with memory foam, which is super cozy for all pets, but it relieves pain and stress
in older pets.
Monitoring for this dangerous condition is important, especially
in older pets.
Summer often triggers appetite loss
in older pets.
However, when cats are forced into conditions that favor parasites, the most common signs of there presence
in older pets are lack luster, brittle hair coat, boniness, listlessness and diarrhea.
And
in older pets, we look for signs of cataracts and other problems that could potentially cost them their vision if left untreated.
Our Houston veterinarian has had great success using stem cell therapy
in older pets to treat chronic pain from osteoarthritis and improve quality of life.