Senior Pet Care in Lavington

Albury Animal Hospital provides senior pet care for ageing dogs and cats throughout Lavington, Albury, Wodonga, and surrounding communities. Regular health checks, diagnostic screening, mobility assessments, and ongoing medical support help us identify subtle changes earlier and support your pet’s comfort, health, and quality of life as they age.

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Supporting Your Pet Through Their Senior Years

As pets age, health changes can develop gradually and may not always be obvious at home. Regular senior health assessments allow our veterinarians to monitor changes in mobility, weight, behaviour, and overall wellbeing while screening for underlying disease. Senior care may include bloodwork, urinalysis, mobility assessment, and personalised recommendations based on your pet’s individual health needs.

Recognising Changes as Your Pet Ages

Ageing pets may experience gradual changes in mobility, weight, behaviour, cognition, or general health. Because some changes can be easy to overlook, regular veterinary monitoring provides an opportunity to establish trends and investigate concerns earlier. Our team works with you to understand what is normal for your pet and when additional testing or treatment may be helpful.

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Proactive Care for Healthier Senior Years

Regular monitoring helps support comfort, mobility, and quality of life as pets age.
Senior pet care focuses on identifying changes early and adapting veterinary support as your pet’s needs evolve. Alongside physical examinations, our team may recommend diagnostic screening and ongoing monitoring to build a clearer picture of your pet’s health and help guide future care.
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Early Detection

Bloodwork, urinalysis, and regular examinations can help identify developing health concerns before more noticeable signs appear.

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Quality of Life
Mobility, comfort, cognition, chronic disease, and daily wellbeing are considered when developing recommendations for ageing dogs and cats.

Senior Pet Care Frequently Asked Questions

Senior pets can benefit from closer health monitoring as they age. Below are answers to common questions about senior health checks, diagnostic screening, mobility, chronic conditions, and ongoing care at Albury Animal Hospital.

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How often should my senior pet have a health check?
Once your dog or cat reaches their senior years, Albury Animal Hospital recommends health checks approximately every six months. More frequent examinations can help our veterinarians identify subtle changes earlier, monitor existing conditions, and adjust your pet's care as their health needs change over time.
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What may be included in a senior pet health check?
Senior health assessments are tailored to each pet and may include a comprehensive physical examination, bloodwork, urinalysis, weight monitoring, mobility assessment, and discussion of changes in behaviour or daily routine. Additional testing may be recommended depending on your pet's health history and examination findings.
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Why is blood testing important for senior pets?
Routine blood testing can help identify underlying health concerns before obvious symptoms develop. For ageing pets, bloodwork can also provide useful information for monitoring organ function and existing medical conditions, allowing our veterinary team to recommend further investigation or ongoing care when appropriate.
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Can you help senior pets with arthritis or mobility changes?
Yes. Mobility and comfort are important parts of senior pet care. Our veterinarians can assess changes such as stiffness, reduced activity, difficulty getting up, or reluctance to exercise and discuss appropriate pain management, monitoring, and ongoing support based on your pet's individual needs.
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Do you manage chronic conditions in senior pets?
Yes. Albury Animal Hospital provides ongoing monitoring and management for chronic conditions affecting senior dogs and cats, including arthritis, kidney disease, endocrine disorders, and mobility concerns. Treatment and monitoring plans are tailored to help maintain comfort and quality of life wherever possible.
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