Ageing and your pet’s brain – CDS a form of Dementia in pets
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. [...]
How do you know if an older pet is unwell?
Pets age much faster than people do and as your old friend ages two kinds of changes occur. The first is age-related change such as hearing loss, changes in vision or reduced activity. These [...]
Your pet is a senior, what changes do you need to make?
The key to keeping your best friend happy and healthy in their senior years is early detection and prevention. Visit your veterinarian for your pet's senior health care exam at least every [...]
Arthritis and cats
Studies have shown that up to 90% of cats aged over 12 years are showing signs of osteoarthritis (Hardie et al, 2002). However, cats are very adept at hiding any illness (especially [...]
What should you feed your senior pet?
Senior pets require a specific diet with fewer calories, less protein and phosphorus. We recommend premium pet foods specifically formulated for senior pets. During your pet's senior health check-up our team will [...]
Arthritis and dogs
Old age arthritis (or osteoarthritis) is very common in both humans and dogs, and can be regarded as the same disease. It is usually a result of the ongoing wear and tear [...]
