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LET ’ S TALK ABOUT OAPS : OLD-AGED PETS . AT HERONDEN VETS WE ARE COMMITTED TO ENSURING YOUR ANIMAL ’ S HEALTH AND WELLBEING IS MANAGED AND MAINTAINED INTO THEIR LATER YEARS . AS WITH HUMANS , CHRONIC CONDITIONS CAN DEVELOP SLOWLY OVER TIME AND WHEN LEFT UNTREATED CAN LEAD TO DISCOMFORT FOR YOUR PET .
In order to prevent them becoming acutely unwell we recommend regular check-ups and preventative therapies to manage these conditions .
Believe it or not , age-related issues in pets can start from the age of seven and there are certain things that you need to keep an eye out for , as picking up any changes in your pet means that we can treat them earlier .
Things to look out for :
• Reduced appetite
• Stiffness / joint pain
• Lethargy
• Increased drinking and / or urinating
• Weight gain / loss
• Lumps and bumps
• Condition of teeth / smelly breath
If you notice any of the above changes in your pet please call us on 01580 763303 and we can get you booked in for a consultation with one of our vets who will be able to examine your pet and answer any questions you have .
Additional things to remember to keep eye on or older pets :
• Staying up to date with vaccinations
• Staying up to date with flea and worming treatments
• Monitoring their weight
• Keep an eye on their sight and hearing
Joint Stiffness and Arthritis
One of the most common signs of ageing in pets is morning stiffness in the joints which is often accepted as ‘ part of getting older ’ in our pets . A joint with arthritis has an uneven and worn surface , which means that instead of gliding , the bone surfaces rub against each other causing swelling and pain for your pet .
But the good news is that this discomfort doesn ' t have to be tolerated as recently there have been major advances in laser technology and treatments .
K-Laser
At Heronden Vets we use K-Laser treatment which is able to achieve improved healing times , pain reduction , increased circulation and decreased swelling .
Laser Therapy has been utilised in human and animal medicine for many decades , however recent technical advances in laser miniaturisation has allowed laser therapy to be used for a wider range of patients .
K-Laser is a painless , drug-free , surgery-free treatment that reduces inflammation , spasms , stiffness and pain and is particularly effective in treating osteoarthritis , lameness and stiffness , and can also be combined with Librela , a new wonder drug for arthritis with none of the side effects .
So , if you have noticed any stiffness / difficulty with your pet getting up and down or moving around easily please call 01580 763303 and book an appointment for a K- laser consultation .
Call us now and receive 15 % off an OAP consultation ; use code IKP15 when booking .
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