Nutrition for Senior Pets

As our furry companions enter their golden years, their nutritional needs change. Senior pets can benefit from specialized care and optimal nutrition to help ensure that they live a long and healthy life. At Lancaster Animal Clinic in Lancaster, OH, we understand the unique needs of senior pets. You can count on us to help you best care for your aging pet.

Senior Pets

Aging pets not only have decreased activity levels, but they also have a slowing metabolism. This means that older pets require fewer calories. While they need fewer calories, the nutritional requirements of those calories may change. Senior pets are more susceptible to ailments like arthritis, dental disease, and digestive complications. A balanced diet, rich and robust in age-appropriate vitamins and nutrients, can help combat these conditions and extend the quality of life of your pet.

Veterinary Nutritional Advice

Our experienced staff and veterinarian at Lancaster Animal Hospital can help you assess your pet’s unique needs. We can consider health status, weight, age, and dietary needs. During wellness checkups, we consider any existing medical conditions, allergies, or sensitivities when recommending the right diet. This personalized approach sets the foundation for a longer, healthier life for your pet. We can recommend specialized senior dog foods that contain vital nutrients so that your canine companion can live an active and comfortable life.

Cats, young and old, are renowned for their finicky eating habits. These picky preferences might become even more pronounced as they age. It can be important for aging felines to receive adequate hydration and proper nutrients. Our staff can provide moist food choices while controlling calories to help prevent obesity.

Wellness Checkups

We recommend regular wellness checkups to monitor your pet’s health and adjust their diet as needed throughout their lifetime. These checkups provide opportunities for early detection of age-related issues. We can intervene before concerns escalate.

Get Senior Pet Care and Wellness Checkups from a Veterinarian for Senior Dogs and Senior Cats

Senior years can still be vibrant years for your pet. By partnering with us at Lancaster Animal Clinic in Lancaster, OH, we will work together to provide proactive, personal care that helps maximize the vitality of your pet. Contact us today at to schedule a wellness checkup and help ensure your senior pet enjoys a comfortable, pain-free, and active life. Call us at (740) 687-1591 for more information. A “veterinarian near me” is here to help with senior pet care for senior dogs and senior cats.