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Senior pets undergo changes in organs and tissues just like elderly humans. It is well known that older pets have a higher incidence of such conditions as major internal organ failure, cancer, heart disease, arthritis, dental disease and loss of special senses (especially hearing and vision). We consider dogs and cats that are eight years of age or older to be in their senior years. Some diseases of older animals may develop slowly without any obvious symptoms. I recommend a

It's time to provide a more in depth look into what makes these pets special, and how as a veterinarian, I am able to provide the specialised care that these precious travellers require. What is a snub-nosed pet? A brachycephalic animal has a short and flat snout as a result from years of breeding to develop this characteristic. There are many well loved and recognised breeds of cats and dogs that are snub-nosed, including the following: Dogs Bulldogs (all types) Pugs