Healthy Aging for Your Pet

Keeping your pets healthy as they age takes a little extra consideration. At Carolinas Veterinary Medical Hospital in Charlotte, NC, our vet offers the treatments and care that your geriatric pet requires. Getting a regular exam is part of the normal routine. A “veterinarian near me” is here to help.

Bloodwork

As part of your pets' wellness care visits with an animal doctor, they might be getting vaccinations and blood tests as a preventive measure to make sure that they don't have heartworm or another dangerous condition. Bloodwork is important for early diagnosis of a variety of illnesses that may become an issue as your pet ages. It can also measure white and red blood cells as well as giving indication of kidney and liver diseases, and sugar levels.

Arthritis

Arthritis is a common condition in both cats and dogs. Much as their human counterparts, pets suffer wear and tear on their joints as they age. If you notice that your pet seems stiff or has difficulty walking or jumping, it may be arthritis. Arthritis can't be cured, but there are things that you can do for your pet. A pet doctor on our team may start your pet early on medication that can help to mitigate some of the symptoms.

Monitoring Vision, Dental, and Hearing

An animal doctor on our team might also check your geriatric pet's vision, hearing, and teeth. It is not uncommon for older pets to have issues with their gums, their eyes, and their ears. You may notice that your pet takes longer eating and refusing foods that are difficult to chew. They may also not respond to you when you call. This can indicate that they are losing their hearing.

Get Geriatric Vet Care for Arthritis, Vision Care, and Bloodwork from an Animal Doctor on Our Team

Geriatric pets have special needs. A pet doctor on our team at Carolinas Veterinary Medical Hospital in Charlotte, NC, can offer routine exams, bloodwork, and treatment for arthritis. To make an appointment for exams with a vet, call (704) 752-7227 for animal doctor care from a “veterinarian near me.”