Senior Pet Care

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Senior Pet Care

As pets get older, their needs can change in quiet ways. You may notice your dog slowing down, your cat sleeping more, or small shifts in appetite, weight, mobility, or behavior.

Hometown Pet Vet helps families support senior pets with patience, comfort-focused care, and practical guidance.

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Senior cat resting comfortably for senior pet care at Hometown Pet Vet

Thoughtful, Practical Care

Senior Care May Include

Senior physical exams
Mobility and comfort assessment
Weight and nutrition guidance
Dental health check
Lab screening
Medication review
Chronic condition monitoring
Quality-of-life conversations

When to Reach Out

When to Schedule

Schedule a senior visit if your pet is slowing down, losing weight, drinking more, having accidents, acting confused, limping, sleeping differently, or seeming less interested in normal routines.

Helpful Answers

Senior Pet FAQs

How often should senior pets be seen?

Many senior pets benefit from at least annual visits, and some need more frequent monitoring.

Is slowing down just old age?

Sometimes, but stiffness, limping, or hesitation may be signs of discomfort that can often be helped.

Why might my senior pet need lab work?

Lab work can reveal changes that are not obvious during an exam.

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