Dogs and cats age on average, five to eight times faster than humans. By age two, most pets have already reached adulthood. At age four, many are entering middle age. By age seven, many cats and dogs, particularly larger breed dogs, are entering their senior years.
Because pets age so rapidly, major health changes can occur in a short amount of time. The risk of heart disease, arthritis, kidney disease, cancer, diabetes, obesityand other serious conditions all increase with age. Early detection is important and annual health checks can help your veterinarian diagnose and treat problems early or even prevent problems occurring altogether, thereforeenabling the best possible outcome for your pet. Annual health checks also offer you a great opportunity to ask us about nutrition, behaviour or any other topics.
When you arrive, we’ll quickly update your details and weigh your dog on our reception room scales - there might even be a treat waiting as a little reward!
During the consultation we’ll discuss your pet’s recent health, any concerns you have and symptoms you’ve noticed. We will thoroughly examine your pet from nose to tail, check their teeth, listen to their heart, feel for lumps and bumps, look down their ears and more. We’ll then discuss the problems at hand (if any) and answer any questions you have. If needed, we will make a plan together for next steps and talk through potential costs involved. Medication and further procedures can be organised at the same time.
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