Geriatrics in the small animal center Arndt: a comprehensive consideration
Introduction
Geriatrics an important sub -area of veterinary medicine, which deals with the special features of older animals and their medical care. In the Arndt small animal center, we offer comprehensive and individually coordinated geriatric care for your pets. In this article we explain how we respond to the special needs of older animals in the Arndt small animal center and which diagnostic and therapeutic possibilities are available to us.
Geriatrics: the importance of geriatric medicine for pets
With progressive age, pets can develop different health problems similar to people. These include chronic diseases such as cardiovascular diseases, renal failure, arthritis and diabetes mellitus. In order to maintain or improve the quality of life of older animals, adequate geriatric care is of crucial importance. In the Arndt small animal center, we attach great importance to offering our patients individual and comprehensive geriatric care.
Not only people are getting older- thanks to ever increasing examination and treatment methods, our pets also achieve a older age. Our goal is to prevent diseases, recognize and treat diseases through various measures. In addition to the means of classic conventional medicine, we also use the possibilities that alternative medicine offers with great success.
Due to a reduced level of activity with increasing age, the tendency towards overweight (obesity) increases, which in turn increases the inertia. This means an increased load on the cardiovascular system and the musculoskeletal system. In addition, the tendency to metabolic diseases such as diabetes mellitus or hypothyroidism in the dog increases, the immune system becomes more susceptible to infections, the condition of skin and fur deteriorate, digestive disorders occur.
With regular preventive examinations (thorough general investigation, blood tests including determination of cardiac muscle enzymes, urine examinations for the early detection of kidney diseases, if necessary X -ray or ultrasound), you enable your darling to live as long as possible at your side!
Diagnostics in geriatrics: recognition and monitoring of age diseases
At the beginning there is careful diagnostics in order to be able to identify possible age diseases at an early stage and to be able to treat them adequately. In the Arndt small animal center, we use the latest diagnostic methods to precisely assess the state of health of older animals. These include:
- Blood tests : for the detection of metabolic disorders, inflammation or organ dysfunction
- Imaging methods: X -rays, ultrasound or computer tomography for the detailed representation of organs and tissues
- Neurological examinations: to assess nerve functions and possible neurological diseases
- Cardiological examinations: to assess heart function and detect heart disease
Therapeutic options in geriatrics: Individual treatment concepts for older animals
Based on comprehensive diagnostics, we develop individual treatment concepts in the Arndt small animal center, which are tailored to the needs of the older animal. Various therapy approaches are available that can be used depending on the illness and state of health of the animal:
- Medicine therapy: for the treatment of pain, inflammation or metabolic disorders
- Physiotherapy and rehabilitation: To improve mobility and pain relief in the event of joint or muscle problems
- Nutritional advice: To optimize the feed composition
- Weight management: to reduce overweight and to prevent complications
- Behavioral advice: To support behavioral problems that are related to the aging process
- Complementary medical procedure: such as acupuncture, homeopathy or laser therapy to support conventional therapy approaches
Prevention in geriatrics: preventive examinations and vaccinations for older animals
In addition to the diagnosis and therapy of age diseases, prevention also plays an important role in geriatric care for pets. In the Arndt small animal center, we therefore offer regular check -ups in order to identify possible health problems at an early stage and to take appropriate measures. These include:
- Age -appropriate vaccinations: to prevent infectious diseases that can lead to complications in older animals
- Parasite prophylaxis: to prevent parasite infestation and associated diseases
- Dental prophylaxis: to prevent tooth and gum diseases that often occur in older animals
- Advice on animal husbandry: to optimize the environment and adapt to the needs of older animals
The importance of human-animal relationships and quality of life
A central concern in geriatrics is to maintain or improve the quality of life of older animals. At the Arndt Small Animal Center we are convinced that a close human-animal relationship and individual care are essential factors for the well-being of older animals. We take the time to respond to the needs of the animal and owner and offer comprehensive advice to ensure the best possible care.
Conclusion
Geriatrics at the Arndt Small Animal Center provides holistic and individual care for older animals. Through comprehensive diagnostics, targeted therapeutic measures and preventive examinations, we can help maintain or improve the quality of life of our geriatric patients. Close cooperation with animal owners and promoting the human-animal relationship are particularly important to us. If you have any questions about geriatric care for your pet or would like to schedule an appointment, we are happy to help.
