Two Easy Steps to Better Health

You are the one who cares for your pet day in and day out  and therefore you may notice subtle changes in behavior or physical abilities.  Please take a few moments to review the age chart and complete the checklist, then discuss them with the doctor.  What may look like normal signs of aging could actually be early signs of a manageable health condition.  Early detection can mean a longer life for your pet!

Is your pet experiencing any of these?

Please indicate if your pet is experiencing any of the signs below and review with the veterinarian.

Signs      

Just not herself

Less interaction with family

Decreased responsiveness

Change in behavior/activity level

Find Your Pet's Age in Human Years

Using the chart below, locate and circle your pet's relative age in "Human Years."

Difficulty climbing stars

Difficulty jumping up

Increased stiffness or limping

Increased thirst

Age

Pet?s Weight  (in pounds)

Increased urination

0-20

21-50

51-90

>90

Altered appetite

5

36

37

40

42

Noticeable weight change

6

40

42

45

49

        (gain or loss)

7

44

47

50

56

Loss of housetraining

8

48

51

55

64

Changes in sleep patterns

9

52

56

61

71

Confusion or disorientation

10

56

60

66

78

Change in haircoat, skin, or

11

60

65

72

86

         new lumps or bumps

12

64

69

77

93

Itching

13

68

74

82

101

Bad breath/red swollen gums

14

72

78

88

108

Tremors or shaking

15

76

83

93

115

16

80

87

99

123

17

84

92

104

Schedule your pet's visit today

18

88

96

109

Please call to schedule your senior pet's lifesaving examination & blood testing.  Early detection of disease and appropriate treatment can mean a longer healthier life for your furry family member!

19

92

101

115

20

96

105

120

Your Pet's Relative Age in "Human Years"

Adult

Senior

Geriatric