A geriatric pet requires special senior pet care. Our veterinarian at Trumbull Animal Hospital in Trumbull, CT, can help you provide your geriatric pet with the care he or she needs. Read on to learn more about caring for a senior pet.
Regular Vet Visits
As your pet ages, our veterinarian recommends frequent checkups. If your pet is displaying any serious signs of aging and the conditions that come along with that, our veterinarian can provide quick diagnosis and treatment. Dental care can become an issue, and it may require teeth cleaning and dietary changes. Arthritis is frequent in aging pets. Keeping vaccinations up to date is also vital to longevity.
Diet
As your pet ages, it may require dietary changes. If your pet is overweight, it can be harder on its joints as well as its heart. Our vet may suggest a special diet, but that may not be as easy as it sounds. Pets can be finicky, especially cats, and they will eat what they like and reject what they don't. You can make homemade meals for your pet and that is often a good solution for aging pets.
Comfortable Bed
Making sure your bed has a comfortable bed is important as they get older. This will keep your pet comfortable and ensure he or she gets enough sleep.
Medication
You can help your pet with joint issues by using glucosamine chondroitin. It comes in treats, pills, and capsules which can be sprinkled on food. If your pet is showing signs of anxiety, there are also natural things you can give them to help with dementia.
Schedule an Appointment with Our Veterinarian in Trumbull, CT
Call Trumbull Animal Hospital today at (203) 268-6231 for more information on senior pet care or to schedule an appointment with our veterinarian.