Blog: Senior Pet

Just like us, as our animals get older they need more frequent visits to the veterinarian to allow for early detection and treatment of problems that can commonly occur in older animals. (more…)

Senior dog high fiving its owner

Senior Pet Care

Just like us, as our animals get older they need more frequent visits to the veterinarian to allow for early detection and treatment of problems that can commonly occur in older animals.

senior dog

Senior Dog Care

How do you know when your dog is considered a senior? This is important to know as senior pets tend to have different care requirements than younger pets.

Jasper the dog with McLean Animal Hospital staff

Pup Jaspers and his battle with kidney disease

Let me start by saying this is not a sad story.  It is an educational story about what can happen to our pets as they age, and the options we have to make a difference.  In December of last year (2014), my 14-year-old silky terrier mix, Jasper, was diagnosed with...

Cat looking out the window

Euthanasia – Saying Goodbye to a Beloved Pet

McLean Animal Hospital celebrates senior pets and raising awareness about this very unique life stage. However, it dawned on me we have yet to discuss a very important topic; the subject of euthanasia. Over the years, I have watched many loving pet owners kiss and pat their beloved pet for...