Beaverton, OR 97007
503-536-2390
Senior Pets
Like people, pets are living longer. This is great news! We all treasure the companionship we share with our pets. We hope to provide them with the longest, happiest lives possible.
How old is your pet in people years?
Caring for your senior pet means more than treating problems as they arise. Preventive care is the most important component of healthcare in all of the life stages. At the senior life stage, changes in physical condition and behavior inevitably occur.
What signs should I look for in my senior pet?
- Change in water consumption (especially an increase)
- Vomiting or diarrhea
- Change in appetite
- Change in weight
- Lethargy or depression
- Bad breath or difficulty eating
- Change in urine production (especially an increase)
- Lumps or bumps on the skin
- Constipation
- Change in attitude or irritability
- Confusion (dogs) / anti-social behavior (cats)
- Stiffness
- Difficulty rising (dogs) / difficulty jumping (cats)
- Loss of housetraining (dogs) / change in litter box habits (cats)
What can my veterinarian do?
Murrayhill Veterinary Hospital recommends a Senior Wellness Program for all pets over seven years of age. The non-invasive tests in the program help us care for your pet in two ways. First, this program can identify possible health problems before they become life-threatening. Early testing and detection of medical problems allows for a more favorable outcome, or prognosis, and more cost-effective options. Second, these tests will provide a baseline with which your veterinarian can measure changes should your dog become ill in the future.
Test | Reason |
Doctor Exam | Detect early signs of disease such as periodontal disease, obesity, heart disease, cataracts, arthritis, and cancer |
Blood tests | Identify liver, kidney, pancreatic and thyroid disease, anemia, and cancer |
Urinalysis | Identify kidney disease and failure, infections, and diabetes |
Blood pressure measurement | High blood pressure may lead to strokes, eye or kidney disease |
Tonometry | Screening for glaucoma |
Baseline X-Rays/ECG | Detect heart and lung disease, arrhythmias, enlarged organs, and cancer |
The Goal of Senior Care
The goal of senior care is simple. We want to help you maintain the highest quality of life for your cat and thereby enhance the bond that we all share. Together, we can make the senior years the most rewarding years for you and your cat to share with each other.
" We moved last year, but continue to drive clear across town to take our dogs here, simply because you're not going to find better care for your four-legged family members. Dr Herman is the best vet we've ever seen. She treats our dogs as if they were her own, and never makes us feel rushed, despite our seemingly endless questions. The rest of the staff here is amazing, as well! Always super friendly, and they remember our dogs by name when we walk through the door. Love this place! "
Michael" I would highly refer this Veterinary Hospital to anyone. Words just can't describe how wonderful the staff is there. Dr. Goodman has so much empathy and really made our visit much better than we had anticipated. My entire family has been there to meet the team and we just can't believe how wonderful they are. "
David" Great care! First time at this clinic, actually first time at any hospital with a problem. Staff was fantastic, caring and confident. Took great care of our cat peppy and put her on the path to recovery. Can't forget the followup, they called three times the following week checking up on her condition. NO ONE follows up like that anymore. Great care, great clinic, very cat friendly. "
Dan" I switched to Murray Hill Vet Hospital since it was closer to my house. My pup and I had a great first visit! Friendly, knowledgeable staff! I feel confidant in their ability to treat animals. Great communication. Will definitely refer friends and family.
Deanie" Very friendly and knowledgeable staff! Clean and nice environment! And most importantly took excellent care of my Golden Doodle! "
Victoria" Fabulous! - I love this clinic and have taken all my loved ones to them. They are worth every penny. I won't go anywhere else unless I don't have any more furry loved ones - which I can't imagine!"
Elizabeth