Older pets
As your pet gets older, their health needs change. They are more at risk from suffering from problems such as obesity, arthritis, organ failure and many more. Here we tell you the best ways to care for your older pet, what to look out for and when to seek your veterinary surgeon's advice. When does my pet become geriatric?
Any cat over the age of 10 years old should be classed as a geriatric animal and any dog over the age of 8. It is more fluid for dogs due to the different average life spans of the breeds. As a general rule, smaller breeds live longer than larger breeds. Giant breeds, such as St. Bernards and Great Danes, should be classed as geriatrics after the age of 6.
Click on the links below for more information about caring for the older pet.
Exercise for older pets

Exercise is vital for keeping your pet healthy, both in body and mind, and never more so as they get… Read More »
Common health problems

As your pet ages, they will be more vulnerable to developing health problems. This page deals with the more common… Read More »
Senile Problems in Older Pets

Changes in behaviour are common in older pets; confusion, disturbed sleep patterns and a loss of toilet training can all… Read More »
Older pets dietary advice

As your pet ages, their nutritional need change, and it is important to feed them a diet which reflects this…. Read More »