It's that time of year again! Senior Month is back, and we can't wait to welcome all of our wonderful golden oldies!
Throughout August, Maraboon Vet Surgery is celebrating our senior pets with exclusive health packages, expert advice, and preventative care designed to help them stay happy, healthy, and comfortable throughout their golden years.
Whether your pet seems perfectly healthy or you've started to notice a few signs of ageing, now is the perfect time to give them the extra care they deserve.
Senior Month Package
Available throughout August at both our Emerald and Blackwater clinics, our Senior Pet Package includes:
· Comprehensive veterinary consultation and physical examination
· Senior blood screening to assess important health indicators
· Personalised advice and recommendations from our experienced veterinary team
Our goal is to identify potential health concerns early and help your pet enjoy the best possible quality of life.
Why Are Senior Health Checks So Important?
Our pets give us years of unconditional love and companionship, and as they grow older, they deserve a little extra care in return.
As pets age, they become more susceptible to a range of age-related illnesses. Many of these conditions develop gradually and may not show obvious signs until they are quite advanced. Dogs and cats are remarkably good at hiding discomfort, meaning problems can often go unnoticed without a thorough veterinary examination.
Routine senior health checks allow us to detect subtle changes earlier, making treatment more effective and helping your pet live a longer, healthier, and more comfortable life.
The cooler winter months can also be particularly challenging for older pets, especially those living with arthritis or other chronic conditions. A proactive approach to their health can make a significant difference to their comfort and wellbeing.
The Importance of Senior Blood Testing
Routine blood testing is one of the most valuable tools available for monitoring the health of ageing pets.
As pets get older, their organs naturally become less efficient. Blood tests can detect early changes associated with conditions such as:
· Kidney disease
· Liver disease
· Diabetes
· Hormonal disorders
· Other age-related illnesses
Testing your pet while they are still healthy also provides an important baseline of their normal blood values. This makes it much easier for our veterinarians to recognise subtle changes over time, often well before your pet begins showing visible signs of illness.
Early detection allows for earlier treatment, better long-term management, and often a longer, healthier life.
Helping Senior Pets Stay Comfortable with Arthritis Care
Arthritis is one of the most common conditions affecting older dogs and cats and can have a significant impact on their comfort, mobility, and overall quality of life.
If your pet is slowing down, reluctant to jump, struggling with stairs, or taking longer to get up after resting, arthritis may be playing a role.
At Maraboon Vet Surgery, we offer modern arthritis injections that can provide long-lasting pain relief and improved mobility for many senior pets. During your pet's health check, our veterinarians can assess whether these treatments are appropriate and develop a personalised pain management plan tailored to your pet's individual needs.
Nutrition Matters as Pets Age
As our pets grow older, their nutritional requirements change.
Most cats and small-breed dogs benefit from transitioning to a senior diet from around 7 years of age, while larger breed dogs often benefit from senior nutrition from approximately 6 years of age.
Senior diets are specially formulated to support ageing pets by providing:
· Appropriate calorie levels to maintain a healthy weight
· High-quality protein to help preserve muscle mass
· Joint-supporting nutrients such as glucosamine and chondroitin
· Increased omega fatty acids to support joint, skin, coat, and brain health
· Highly digestible ingredients to promote overall wellbeing
The right nutrition plays an important role in helping senior pets remain active, comfortable, and healthy throughout their later years.
Book Your Senior Pet's Health Check Today
Whether your pet is due for a routine health check, would benefit from senior blood screening, or you'd simply like advice on keeping them healthy as they age, our team is here to help.
Our Senior Month package offers excellent value and an opportunity to detect health concerns before they become more serious.
To book your pet's Senior Health Check or learn more about our Senior Month promotions, contact Maraboon Vet Surgery on (07) 4987 6800.
We look forward to helping your best friend enjoy many happy, healthy years ahead.