As Senior Pet Month is around the corner, let’s get ready to celebrate our beloved four-legged companions by planning for ways we can honor our aging pets. Toys may not have the same effect they once did as your pet reaches their golden years. However, there are plenty of practical ideas that can show your senior pet just how much you value them.
Give the Gift of Comfort
Senior pets love to relax and nap more often. They can be found curled up in their favorite lounge area for hours at a time. This Senior Pet Month, give them the gift of comfort. As pets age, their joints, muscles, and bones are not what they once were. Conditions such as arthritis become more prominent, and comfort can be more challenging to attain. As such, purchasing an orthopedic pet bed is an excellent way to honor your pet while providing them with a special treat that will help them remain comfortable and agile for as long as possible.
Support and Mobility Assistance
You may have noticed that as your pet ages, their ability to lift their bodies and navigate your home has decreased. Slick surfaces, such as hardwood flooring, may lead to slipping, and reaching high-up places may not be possible anymore. For Senior Pet Month, consider making your home more accessible for your pet by assisting them with their mobility troubles. You may consider placing carpets or non-slip mats in common areas your dog likes to roam, or a bench or ramp to help your cat or dog reach elevated areas that they can no longer jump to.
Enhance Their Health and Wellbeing
Perhaps the best gift you can give your senior pet this November is the gift of routine veterinary care. As pets age, they become more susceptible to age-related health concerns, such as various types of cancer, cognitive dysfunction, kidney disease, and more. Prioritize your pet’s long-term health and wellness by scheduling regular check-ups with your trusted veterinarian. Your veterinarian can help you keep your pet thriving through their golden years by ensuring they are current on their necessary vaccinations and by detecting health issues before they develop further.
Give your pet the gift of a happy, healthy, and fulfilling life by contacting your local veterinarian to schedule a check-up today.