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 [...]
Lumps and bumps on your pet’s skin
Although most lumps are harmless it is impossible to tell what sort of lump you are looking at. There are many different things that can cause swellings - bruising or fluid build-up, [...]
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 [...]
Hearing problems in older cats
Around the age of 7-11 years some cats will start to show early signs of ageing such as blindess or deafness. These changes can be a sign that there is a serious [...]
How much exercise does your senior pet need?
Exercise is important at every stage in your pet's life including their senior years. You may need to adjust the frequency and intensity of the exercise as a pet ages but it [...]
Heart disease – Mitral valve disease and heart failure
The heart has four chambers. The upper chambers are the atria (auricles, singular atrium). The lower chambers are the ventricles. The heart is also divided into right and left sides. Blood flows [...]
