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Different cats show signs of the aging
process at different rates. It is best to
recognize the signs of aging is before serious
disabilities are present.
Many
aging problems are easily treated or controlled
with medication, diet, and lifestyle changes. New, safer arthritis medications are helping
pets live more active, comfortable lives. Special diets can slow the aging process of the
organs and/or help control weight. The earlier we
detect problems, the more treatable they are,
and we can help your cat live a longer,
healthier life.
Arthritis, weight problems, poor skin and
haircoat, vision or hearing changes, and dental
disease are common, easily observed problems
related to aging. But diseases of the
heart, kidneys, liver, and intestines also occur
frequently in the older cat. The internal
organs have been working continuously for many
years, and begin to work less efficiently with
age. Detecting problems of the internal
organs are more difficult to observe, so our
clinic has put together several tests to detect
internal problems before they are visible.
The
senior cat panel consists of blood and urine
tests to evaluate organ function and overall
health. It is a painless procedure that
can be done with your cat's regular physical
exam.
Normal results provide a baseline of values for future reference, which enables us
to detect early trends in organ function.
Abnormal results are a signal to recommend
possible lifestyle changes and begin treatment
for the problems presented.
Please
ask the doctor or technician about a senior
panel today! |
