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Cincinnati | Amelia
| January 2012 |
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Senior Health Month  Celebrating the Lives
of our Lifelong Friends!
Pets are living longer than ever, but you probably already knew that. Just look at the dogs and cats you know. Chances are they're staying active longer, aging slower, and enjoying more years than the pets you had as a child. Why the difference? Advances in veterinary medicine have a lot to with it, but the best technology in the world is useless without responsible and caring owners. Bringing your pet in for regular wellness visits is the single most important thing you can do to ensure a long and active life.
Preventive care and screening are especially critical once your dog or cat reaches the age of 7. That's when many life-threatening conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, and cancer begin to develop. These diseases may not produce any symptoms in their early stages (when they're most treatable), so you may not suspect there's problem until your pet is already seriously ill. As with human health, early detection is the key to a lifetime of good health.
As part of Senior Health Month, we're making it easier than ever for you to help your older pets remain vibrant and healthy. We call it our Senior at 7 Screening, and it's available to all cats and dogs age 7 and up during January and February. You'll learn more about it in this newsletter as well as how to recognize the warning signs of disease. Working together, we can ensure your pet never suffers needlessly and enjoys every moment ahead with your family.  For the animals,
Dr. Dan Meakin, DVM
Chief of Staff
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| Common Senior Health Problems | Beginning at age 7, your pet becomes more susceptible to a w hole range of diseases, many of which can be fatal or disabling without early intervention.
Below are the most common diseases associated with aging: - Periodontal (tooth and gum) disease
- Liver inflammation and degeneration
- Kidney failure, stones, and insufficiency
- Heart disease
- Lung diseases (pneumonia,bronchitis,emphysema)
- Arthritis and hip dysplasia
- Diabetes
- Thyroid problems
- Cancer
- Ocular (eye) diseases
- Digestive disorders
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Recognizing the Signs
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Many people mistake disease symptoms for normal signs of aging. Please do not fall into this trap. Aging itself is not a disease and does not have any specific symptoms. Even if your pet just seems to be "slowing down," there is almost always an underlying disease that needs treatment. Keep in mind that seemingly minor physical signs or changes in behavior could indicate that your pet is suffering from a painful illness. You don't have to be a vet to know when your pet is sick---you just need to know what to look out for. To make this easy for you, we've prepared the list of important symptoms below. If you have senior pet  s, keep this information handy so you can report any problems to us immediately. The sooner you act, the more likely your pet is to make a full recovery. Signs of Illness - Drinking more often
- Urinating more often
- Change in eating habits
- Change in sleeping pattern
- Difficulty climbing stairs or jumping
- Interacting or responding less with family
- Stiffness or limping
- Bad breath
- Swollen or red gums
- Decrease in activity level
- Gaining or losing weight
- Trembling or shaking
- Scratching more often
- New lumps and bumps
- Changes to coat or skin
- Housetraining accidents
- Confusion
- Acting differently or strangely
Remember, any of these symptoms could indicate a serious disease that might become life-threatening by the time more obvious symptoms appear. |
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Senior at 7 Screening
|  Our Senior at 7 Screening makes it easy and affordable for you to help your pet stay healthy.
Your pet gets:
- Senior blood profile test
- EKG test
- Chest and abdominal X-rays
- Physical exam
This special package is available in January and February for only $219, a savings of $46 off the regular price. You can reserve your pet's spot now using our online appointment request form or give us a call at (513) 797-PETS. We look forward to partnering with you in caring for your lifelong friends. |
| Vets Gone Wild
And now for something completely different: Dr. Dan's band is jamming out this Saturday, January 7 at Latitude's Cafe. The fun starts at 9:00 and goes till 1:00. Once you get into their smooth groove, you won't want to stop. You have been warned.
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