Senior Pet Care
As pets age, their needs evolve—often in subtle ways that require expert attention. PetCentre Animal Hospital provides personalized, comprehensive senior pet care in Manassas, VA, to help aging dogs and cats stay happy and healthy through their later years.
What to Expect from a Senior Pet Wellness Visit
Senior pets typically benefit from twice-yearly wellness visits. These allow us to detect changes sooner, adjust care plans, and provide proactive support for emerging health concerns.
A senior pet exam includes:
- A thorough physical examination with a focus on age-related changes
- Mobility and joint assessments
- Blood pressure measurement and heart/lung auscultation
- Veterinary diagnostics such as pet blood testing, urinalysis, and thyroid screening
- Weight tracking and nutritional guidance
- Behavioral and cognitive health evaluations
- Pain assessment and personalized treatment planning
If your pet is dealing with arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, or other chronic illnesses, we’ll create an ongoing monitoring plan and adjust medications or therapies as needed.
Why Senior Pet Care Matters
Dogs and cats are considered seniors around age 7 (sometimes younger for large-breed dogs), and just like in humans, aging increases the risk of health concerns such as:
- Arthritis and mobility challenges
- Dental disease and oral discomfort
- Kidney or liver dysfunction
- Heart disease and high blood pressure
- Hormonal disorders like hypothyroidism or Cushing’s
- Changes in behavior, sleep, or activity
- Vision or hearing loss
Because pets are naturally good at masking discomfort, regular checkups are essential for catching subtle shifts that could signal bigger problems.
Benefits of Veterinary Care for Senior Pets
Proactive geriatric care can improve your pet’s comfort, energy, and overall well-being. Some key benefits include:
- Earlier detection of age-related disease
- Improved management of chronic conditions
- Better pain control and quality of life
- Dietary adjustments that support aging organs
- Tailored exercise plans to maintain muscle tone and joint mobility
Our caring team understands the challenges that can arise with aging pets, from arthritis and dental disease to chronic conditions like kidney disease or cognitive decline. With early detection, thoughtful management, and a strong partnership between veterinarian and pet parent, your senior pet can continue to enjoy a high quality of life well into their golden years.
Trusted Guidance for the Journey Ahead
The bond you share with your senior pet is deep, and their comfort and dignity are our top priorities. At PetCentre Animal Hospital, our veterinarians take time to understand your aging pet’s individual needs and to develop care strategies that evolve with them. Whether your senior pet needs a medication adjustment, mobility support, or just a little extra love, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.
We’re proud to support pet families throughout the greater Manassas region with gentle, attentive care rooted in experience, respect, and compassion.
PetCentre Animal Hospital Services
Wellness & Preventive Care
Urgent & Emergency Care
Pet Resort
Puppy & Kitten Visits
Vaccines
Allergy Management
Laboratory Testing
Digital Imaging
Sick Pet Visits
Pain & Chronic Illness Management
Health Certificates
Veterinary Surgery
Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine
Senior Pet Care
Dental Care
Behavior & Nutritional Counseling
Laser Therapy
End-of-Life Care
Wellness & Preventive Care
Pet Resort
Veterinary Surgery
Health Certificates
Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine
Laboratory Testing
Digital Imaging
Dental Care
Urgent & Emergency Care
Puppy & Kitten Visits
Senior Pet Care
Sick Pet Visits
Allergy Management
Vaccines
Pain & Chronic Illness Management
Behavior & Nutritional Counseling
Laser Therapy
End-of-Life Care