Why Senior Pets Need More Vet Visits

Pets experience the same effects of aging as humans do. Movement becomes restricted, they have less energy, and are more prone to illness and injury. That's why senior pet care is essential: bringing your aging pet in for more frequent visits allows our Charlotte, NC team to carefully monitor their health.

Senior Pet Exams, Blood Pressure & Ultrasound

For all senior pets in the Charlotte area, we recommend a physical check-up twice annually. This allows us to keep a closer eye on potential problems that your pet may have and ensures that they live their golden years as comfortably as possible.

Signs of age-related illnesses can be extremely hard to detect, as pets are masters of masking pain or discomfort. To help with detecting such illnesses, our medical team may recommend a few tests that can help catch diseases early.

Our senior pet wellness exams may include the following diagnostic tests:

Digital radiography captures images of the internal structures of the patient, which can show abnormalities and signs of illness and injury.
Urinalysis can detect urinary tract infections, kidney changes, diabetes, and liver disease.
Blood work helps us detect things like kidney or liver changes, hormone imbalances and changes to red or white blood cells.
Tonometry is a screening test for glaucoma, which is very common among older pets.

As a senior pet caregiver, you know your pet the best. If you notice any changes in eating, behavior, or mood, please call our Charlotte, NC veterinary team to make an appointment.