Senior and or Geriatric Patient Care Resources
Caring for ageing pets comes with its own set of unique challenges.
Below are some resources for common issues we see in our older patients.
Please contact the practice and speak to our team if you have any concerns about your pet or wish to discuss an issue.
CANINE
Caring for older dogs – https://www.bluecross.org.uk/advice/dog/caring-for-older-dogs
What to look for as your dog ages – https://www.fearfreehappyhomes.com/senior-dogs/
Canine OA – https://caninearthritis.co.uk/
Pain and behaviour in older dogs: https://www.fearfreehappyhomes.com/pain-and-pet-behavior-learn-how-theyre-linked/
FELINE
Feline OA – https://icatcare.org/advice/arthritis-and-degenerative-joint-disease-in-cats/
Home modifications for cats with joint/muscle pain or mobility issues:
Feline dementia – https://icatcare.org/advice/senility-dementia-or-cognitive-dysfunction-syndrome/
