In addition to love, pets require high-quality veterinary care. For the sake of your pet’s health and happiness, it’s important that you find a compassionate veterinarian and schedule regular appointments. For more information, call Heart of Chelsea Animal Hospital at (917) 675-3708.
Are you thinking of introducing another dog to your existing pets? Find out how to make the introduction as painless as possible at this page from the Humane Society of the United States.
A puppy’s first visit to the vet can be nerve-wracking for you and your puppy. Luckily, following the advice on this page can make the first visit less stressful.
Senior pets require a lot more care than younger ones. Learn how you can care for your senior pet at this page from HealthyPet.com.
Dogs need plenty of physical and mental exercise to stay happy and healthy. Learn how you can keep your dog active at this page from the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.
Does your dog stay home alone while you go to work? Learn how you can keep him happy at this page.
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As your pet gets older, you’ll notice that his aging process is very similar to that of humans—his joints may ache, he may become more lethargic, his sight may get worse, and he will need to visit the veterinarian more often. Here’s a brief look at how you should care for your senior pet:
Diet
As older pets become more lethargic, they tend to overeat and gain weight. By the time your dog or cat reaches age seven, you should consider changing his diet to accommodate his change in lifestyle. However, you should never change your pet’s diet without first consulting your veterinarian.
Exercise
If you allow your senior pet to laze around all day, his body will deteriorate much more quickly. Though your pet may not be able to exercise as much as before, you should still go on walks and encourage activity as much as possible. Puzzles and mental exercises are also important components of your senior pet’s overall health.
Environment
As your pet gets older, he won’t be able to do the things he once could. For example, a senior cat may lose the ability to jump up to his favorite spot. In order to allow your pet access to all of his favorite areas, consider constructing a series of ramps or steps.
Check-ups
Since senior pets tend to have more health problems, experts recommend that you increase the number of vet visits from one to two per year, or once every six months. That way, your vet can better spot small health problems before they become serious ones.
If you’re looking for a skilled vet, contact Heart of Chelsea Animal Hospital. We’re dedicated to providing the highest possible level of care for pets of all ages. Call us today at (917) 675-3708 to set up an appointment at our animal hospital.
Though many people love cats, very few love cats’ nails. However, instead of going through the painful and costly process of declawing your cat, you might consider clipping his nails.
In this video, you can see a demonstration on how to trim a cat’s nails. Before you begin, get your cat used to having his paws touched. Next, clip his nails with a sharp pair of clippers, making sure not to trim too closely.
If you have any questions about your cat’s nails, contact Heart of Chelsea Animal Hospital. In addition to the usual veterinary services, we provide acupuncture and nutritional therapies to ensure the ultimate comfort for your pet. Call us today at (917) 675-3708 if you have any questions about our veterinary services.
