IS OLD AGE CAUSING PROBLEMS

We all want the best for our dogs and it is very important that we recognise the start of disease problems as early as possible. This is especially important as our dogs get older. Most dogs are considered as Senior when they are over 8 years of age. As our dogs age, they are more susceptible to many diseases, some of which are more obvious than others. Hormonal changes, such as hypothyroid, can be subtle and cause serious problems, kidney damage may not be obvious early in the disease, heart disease also can start as mild signs that sometimes will develop very quickly. Arthritis in older dogs is usually easy to see and can be very painful, reducing the quality of life for some pets and can be alleviated in different ways, not just painkillers to remove discomfort but ways to reduce the inflammation causing the pain. Dental disease is often overlooked as a major problem even though it can be very painful and large amounts of bacteria in the mouth can cause damage to kidneys, heart, liver and other organs.

It is therefore very important to identify any problems as quickly as possible, so treatment can be started and a high quality of life maintained.

For many old age diseases we can help your dog, even with senility. Even minor changes can make great improvements without large expense.

Therefore we are inviting our clients for a free nurse check up. Our qualified nurses will discuss your dog with you, check them all over, and take their blood pressure, as well as performing a urine and eye test. The appointment usually lasts up to 20 minutes. Please ring any of the surgeries to make an appointment.