Senior Pet Health
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 and sore teeth
- Skin tumours
- Heart disease
- Kidney and liver disease
- Arthritis
- Abdominal problems and growths
- Skin disease
- Eye and ear problems
- High blood pressure
Blood testing
For pets seven years and over (depending on breed), we recommend an annual blood and urine test to screen for ‘silent’ diseases which often affect older animals but don’t tend to produce symptoms until the disease is very advanced. These illnesses include diabetes, kidney disease, tumours and liver disease. Our in-house pathology facilities make blood and urine tests a quick and painless procedure which could potentially save your pet’s life.
Arthritis
Blood pressure
High blood pressure is an extremely common problem seen in older cats and it can be associated with several serious diseases including elevated thyroid hormones, blindness and kidney disease. When you bring your senior cat in for a check-up the vet will do a non-invasive blood pressure test to ensure levels are normal and have not altered significantly since your last visit. Regular blood pressure testing is a pain free way to screen for and diagnose these diseases before they begin seriously impacting your cat’s quality of life.
If your pet is over the age of 7, your vet may chat to you about performing urine and or blood tests at your pet’s next visit. This will ensure we don’t miss anything important and we keep your pet as healthy as possible.
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
