Senior Cats
Once your cat reaches 7 years old, they enter their senior years, a time when a little extra care can make a big difference.
Many cats will spend more than half of their life in this lifestage, making ongoing care especially important.
The Vets in Endeavour Hills team is here to support the comfort, mobility and wellbeing of your pet
Ageing doesn’t have to mean slowing down. Our Healthy Ageing Assessment helps us understand your pet’s changing needs so we can keep them comfortable, active and enjoying life for as long as possible.
The value of early detection
Many age-related conditions develop gradually and may not cause obvious symptoms in their early stages. Signs such as sleeping more, changes in behaviour, or reduced enthusiasm for exercise can sometimes be indicators of:
- Joint and mobility issues
- Kidney or liver disease
- Endocrine (hormonal) conditions
- Dental problems
- Cognitive decline
Early detection gives us the opportunity to intervene sooner and tailor care to your pet’s changing needs.
What's part of the package?
Every pet ages differently. Our Healthy Ageing Assessment helps us understand your pet’s individual health requirements and tailor to their changing needs.
- Complete wellness examination
- Body condition and muscle health evaluation
- Mobility and joint health evaluation
- Assessment of comfort, mobility and joint function
- Assessment of appetite, activity levels and lifestyle factors
- Tailored healthcare recommendations
The package also includes:
- Comprehensive blood testing
- Urine analysis
- Blood pressure measurement
This preventative approach allows us to identify potential concerns sooner and create a personalised plan for your pet.
Should we detect any abnormalities during your pet’s Healthy Ageing Assessment, we’ll talk you through the findings and discuss any further investigations or treatment options that may be appropriate. Any additional services will only be performed with your consent and will be quoted separately.
When should screening begin?
As a guide:
- Dogs: From 7 years of age (5 years for giant breeds over 40kg)
- Cats: From 8 years of age
The Healthy Ageing Assessment bundle is available once every 12 months for eligible pets.
A proactive approach to healthy ageing
Rather than focusing on age itself, we focus on helping pets thrive. Through early detection, personalised care, and ongoing support, the Vets in Endeavour Hills team aims to make your pet’s later years as healthy and happy as possible.
Give your pet the best opportunity to age well
Your pet may be slowing down, changing habits, or simply reaching their senior years. Whatever the reason, we’re here to help you navigate this stage with confidence.
$349 (valued at over $460)
INCLUDES:
- Detailed Physical Examination
- Blood and Urine Testing
- Blood Pressure Measurement
Dental disease
Your cat’s dental health tends to deteriorate as it ages and dental disease is a common issue which owners may not pick up on. Owners often mistakenly assume that because their cat is still eating well, their dental health must be in good order. However, in most cases, the animal will learn to eat in a way that avoids aggravating their condition, or simply learn to tolerate the pain. Suffering in silence, while this disease has a detrimental affect on their overall health and quality of life. We will perform a dental check up when you bring your senior cat in for their six monthly examination, and make recommendations to help keep their mouths a healthy and pain free zone.
High blood pressure
Kidney and thyroid disease
Cats are masters when it comes to concealing symptoms of illness from their owners and because of this, many serious health conditions go undiagnosed until it’s too late. We recommend annual blood testing for senior cats over ten years old as this is a fast and simple way to diagnose kidney and thyroid disease, both of which are extremely common in ageing cats.
Arthritis
Arthritis is a painful, debilitating condition which is very common amongst senior cats but the good news is it can be easily managed with changes at home and various medications. Common signs of arthritis in senior cats include changes in behaviour such as a reluctance to jump up on things, or perhaps increased periods of grumpiness or reduced grooming. (coat may loose its shine, become speckled with dandruff or develop matts along the spine)
Need an appointment?
Where your pet’s unwell, or it’s time for a general check-up or vaccination, your furry friend is in good hands. Book online to see our expert Vets in Endeavour Hills!
Contact Details
Opening Hours
Monday – Friday: 8:30am – 7pm
Saturday: 8:30am – 1pm
Sunday: Closed
