Senior Pet Vet
Compassionate Health Care For Your Older Plus One
As your dog or cat reaches their senior years, their needs start to change. A senior pet vet at Plus One Vet can help pick up on early signs of age-related conditions, from arthritis to dental disease, so your companion stays comfortable for longer. Our Sunnybank team takes a gentle, unhurried approach to senior pet care, because we know these visits can feel daunting for older pets and their owners alike.
Book an appointment and give your senior pet the support they deserve.
A Team That Understands Senior Pet Care
Led by Dr. Leo Wong, our vets have years of experience helping older dogs and cats age well. We know that small changes, like slowing down on walks or becoming fussier with food, can be early signs of something more. Our team takes the time to listen, examine thoroughly and explain your options clearly, so you always know what is next for your pet’s health.
Senior Care For Dogs & Cats At Every Stage
Senior Dogs
Dogs are generally considered senior from around seven years old, though larger breeds often reach this stage earlier than smaller ones. Around this time, conditions like arthritis, dental disease and weight gain become more common, which is why regular checkups matter more than ever.
Senior Cats
Cats are usually classed as senior from around ten to eleven years old. Because cats are skilled at hiding pain and illness, conditions such as kidney disease, an overactive thyroid and joint stiffness can go unnoticed without a proper checkup. Knowing what to look for makes all the difference.
How Our Senior Pet Vets Can Help Your Companion
General Health Checkups
Routine checkups become even more important as your pet ages. Our vets recommend health checks every six months for senior pets, so we can monitor your dog or cat’s weight, mobility and general condition, and catch any concerns early.
Blood & Wellness Screening
Blood and urine testing can pick up early signs of kidney, liver or thyroid issues, often before any obvious symptoms appear. We will talk you through what testing is right for your pet’s age and breed.
Nutrition & Weight Advice
Senior pets often need a different approach to diet to manage their weight and support their joints, kidneys and energy levels. We will help you choose the right food and feeding routine for your pet’s stage of life.
Pain & Arthritis Management
Stiffness and slowing down are not always just old age. Arthritis is common in senior dogs and cats, and there are treatments that can ease discomfort and help your pet stay mobile and happy.
Dental Care
Dental disease affects a large number of older pets and can cause ongoing pain if left untreated. Our team checks your pet’s teeth and gums at every senior visit and can recommend cleaning or treatment where needed.
The Easy Choice For Anyone Searching For A “Senior Dog Vet Near Me”
Older pets do not always tell you when something is wrong, which is why having the right vet on side matters so much in their later years.
Here is why Sunnybank families trust us with their senior pets:
- Vets who pick up on the subtle signs of ageing, not just the obvious ones
- Six-monthly wellness checks built around your pet’s age and history
- In-house bloodwork and imaging, so results don’t mean a second visit
- A multilingual team fluent in English, Cantonese, Mandarin-Chinese and Taiwanese Hokkien
- Straight answers about what’s worth treating and what can simply be managed
If your senior dog or cat is due for a check, our Sunnybank clinic is ready when you are.
Exceptional Pet Care
Hear From Pet Owners Who’ve Trusted Us With Their Senior Pets
Many of the families we see have been bringing their pets to us for years, often right through into their senior years. Below are a few of their experiences caring for an older dog or cat with our team.
