Cats - Seniors

More and more dogs and cats are living well into their senior years and just like elderly humans, pets can suffer from a kind of dementia called cognitive dysfunction syndrome, or CDS . CDS is a

Arthritis or osteoarthritis (to give it its proper name) is a rapidly growing area in feline medicine. Cats are very cunning at hiding illness and pain, as this is seen as a sign of weakness and

Around the age of 7-11 years some cats will start to show early signs of ageing such as blindess or deafness.These changes can be a sign that there is a serious underlying medical problem (such as kidney disease or diabetes) but can also just be due to the cat getting older.

The answer is early diagnosis and treatment which can be achieved by visiting your veterinarian for twice yearly check-ups. Dogs and cats age much faster than we do and as a result, health problems progress much more rapidly.

Observe the early warning signs of age related disease and discuss them with your veterinarian, be on the look out for weight loss or gain, change in appetite, inappropriate urination, confusion, coughing, difficulty moving, lumps or bumps ....

Cats are living longer than ever. With improvements in nutrition and veterinary medicine including vaccines and therapeutic agents, cats are living to over 15 years of age and in some cases over 20

You may need to adjust the frequency and intensity of your daily exercise regime as a pet ages but it is important to maintain a regular exercise program. If your pet doesn't use their muscles, and move freely on a regular basis, they will lose muscle mass and tone.

Our pets don’t realise that they are getting old, unlike us their grey beards don’t cause them concern. They don’t understand the reasons why they can’t run as fast anymore or why they can’t race you

Hyperthyroidism is a common disease affecting middle age and older cats. It is caused by an increase in production of thyroid hormones (known as T3 and T4) from enlarged thyroid glands in the cat's neck.

Hibernation season is upon us! As the temperature outside is dropping, all we can think about is getting cosy with our favourite winter blanket, a nice cup of tea and staying as close to the heater as possible.

Although most lumps are harmless it is impossible to tell what sort of lump you are looking at. There are many different things that can cause swellings - bruising or fluid build-up, abscesses, things attached to the skin (eg. small parasites) and, of course, cancers.

Suffering in silence is something we all know too well when it comes to our pets and their pain management. One of the most common issues vets and vet nurses face in clinic, is fur-parents having

Tips on things you can do to make your older pet's life easier such as changes to diet, dental care, exercise and environment

Old age itself is not a disease but we are aware that certain diseases can be age related. Some of the medical conditions that can affect cats such as kidney and heart disease, diabetes and high

While our fur-babies getting older and developing that silver fox beard can be a significantly fulfilling moment in our lives, it is also an important wake-up call.

It is also possible to help your pet maintain a comfortable lifestyle by making small changes around the house and being mindful of your pet's needs. Dealing with winter months, making dinner time easy, navigating your home and more...

The cooler months have well and truly arrived. There is nothing better than getting home, putting on your favourite cosy clothes and sipping on a hot chocolate, but what about your fur babies? We

Once our furry family members start to experience some trouble in their daily routine, such as running up the stairs, this is when we know that we need to provide some more support. With a few

Older pets need more extensive exams. Your pet's senior visits should include a wellness overview, hands on physical examination, diagnostic tests and in some cases faecal examinations. Find out more

Senior pets require a special diet with fewer calories, less protein and phosphorus. We recommend premium pet foods specifically formulated for senior pets.

Pets age much faster than people do, and their rate of ageing depends not only on the species type but also on the size of the breed. Cats are generally less than 10kg and are considered senior