Senior Care

Helping Your Pets Enjoy Their Golden Years

As our pets grow older, their needs begin to change. Regular health checks and early intervention can make a significant difference to their comfort, wellbeing, and quality of life.

Our mobile veterinary service brings experienced, personalised care directly to your home, reducing the stress of travelling to a clinic and allowing your senior pet to be examined in a familiar environment.

Whether your companion is slowing down, living with a chronic condition, or simply due for a routine check-up, we’re here to help them enjoy their golden years.

Senior Pet Care & Ongoing Support

Dogs and cats age more quickly than we do, meaning health changes can occur gradully and often go unnoticed. Regular senior health assessments allow us to monitor your pet’s overall wellbeing, detect age-related conditions early, manage chronic diseases, monitor mobility, and help maintain their comfort and quality of life for longer.

If additional investigations such as radiographs (x-rays), ultrasound examinations, dental procedures, surgery, or referral to a specialist are needed, we will guide you through every step og the process and recommend trusted veterinary providers. We also carry a wide range of commonly prescribed medications in our fully equippedmobile veterinary vehicle. When ongoing medication is required, we cn provide prescriptions, arrange medication reminders, and organise repeat medication deliveries to make managing your pet’s health as convenient as possible.

Common Health Concerns in Older Pets

  • Arthritis and joint pain
  • Dental disease
  • Heart disease
  • Kidney disease
  • Liver disease
  • Diabetes
  • Cognitive decline
  • Vision and hearing loss
  • Cancer
  • Weight changes
  • Thyroid disorders
  • High blood pressure

What Happens During a Senior Health Check?

Every consultation is tailored to your pet’s individual needs. We’ll also answer any questions you have and provide practical advice for caring for your ageing companion.

A senior health examination may include:

  • A comprehensive physical examination
  • Assessment of mobility and joint health
  • Weight and body condition assessment
  • Lump checks
  • Dental examination
  • Heart and lung evaluation

Managing Chronic Conditions

Many senior pets live happily for years with ongoing medical conditions when they receive appropriate treatment and regular monitoring.

We can assist with the management of conditions such as:

  • Arthritis
  • Heart disease
  • Diabetes
  • Kidney disease
  • Endocrine disorders
  • Chronic pain
  • Age-related mobility issues

Our goal is to keep your pet comfortable while adapting their care as their needs change over time.

Caring for Your Senior Pet at Home

Small changes can make a big difference to your pet’s comfort.

We may recommend:

  • Weight management
  • Joint supplements or pain relief
  • Modified exercise routines
  • Orthopaedic bedding
  • Non-slip flooring or ramps
  • Dietary adjustments
  • Regular monitoring of mobility and behaviour
  • Environmental changes to improve safety and accessibility

Every recommendation is tailored to your pet’s lifestyle and medical needs.

The Benefits of Mobile Veterinary Care

Many senior pets find travel stressful or physically uncomfortable.

By visiting your home, we can:

  • Reduce anxiety associated with clinic visits
  • Minimise discomfort for pets with arthritis or mobility problems
  • Observe your pet in their normal environment
  • Allow more time for discussion and personalised care
  • Provide a calm, familiar experience for both pets and their owners

Ongoing Care and Support

Our commitment to your pets doesn’t end when the consultation is over. We carry a wide range of commonly used veterinary medications in our mobile veterinary, allowing many treatments to begin immediately during your home visit.

Where appropriate, we can also provide written prescriptions, arrange repeat medications, send convenient medication reminders, and deliver ongoing treatments directly to your home.

If your pet requires advanced imaging, surgery, dental treatment, or referral to a specialist, we’ll work closely with you to coordinate the next steps, recommend trusted referral centres, and support your throughout your pet’s healthcare journey.