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| Monday | | 8am – 7pm |
| Tuesday | | 8am – 7pm |
| Wednesday | | 8am –1pm |
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| Thursday | | 8am – 7pm |
| Friday | | 8am – 6:30pm |
| Saturday | | 8am – 3pm |
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Senior/Geriatric Care
Thanks to advances in veterinary medicine, pets are living longer than ever before. However with this increased lifespan comes an increase in the types of ailments that can afflict senior pets. As pets reach the golden years, there are a variety of conditions and diseases that they can face, including weight and mobility changes; osteoarthritis; kidney, heart, and liver disease; tumors and cancers; hormone disorders such as diabetes and thyroid imbalance; and many others.
Just as the health care needs of humans change as we age, the same applies to pets. It’s critical for you to work closely with us to devise a health plan that is best for your senior pet.
In general, we consider dogs 7 and older and cats 10 and older as Seniors, although this may vary based on your pet’s size and special needs.
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Does your geriatric pet need special care?
Ask us about our Pawspice Program.
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Senior Health Exams
Scheduling regular veterinary examinations is one of the most important steps pet owners can take to keep their pets in tip-top shape. When dogs and cats enter the senior years, these health examinations are more important than ever. Senior care, which starts with the regular veterinary exam, is needed to catch and delay the onset or progress of disease and for the early detection of problems such as organ failure and osteoarthritis. We recommend your senior pet get twice a year exams. During their exams we will also discuss nutrition and exercise for the "Senior Pet".
Laboratory Testing and Diagnostics
Testing is an important part of the Senior Exam as this can provide vital information about your pet’s health that is not readily apparent during the physical exam.
Make sure you ask our medical team about the effects of age at your pet’s visit and how you can help your pet enjoy his or her "golden years".
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Big Creek Pet Hospital
16949 Bagley Road
Middleburg Hts., OH 44130
Phn: (440) 234-5831 |
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After Hours Emergency Care
provided by the Westside Animal
Emergency Clinic
Phn: (216) 362-6000
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