Improving pet owner adherence to annual and semi-annual veterinary visits for mature or senior cats is an uphill battle for many veterinary teams. The research shared in this article is valuable if only to confirm what is already known about the importance of active, long-term health screening with laboratory testing.
The study monitored the overall health of 259 mature or senior cats perceived as healthy by their owners during a 2-year study period. Approximately 25 percent of healthy mature cats (7-10 years of age) and 50 percent of healthy senior cats (>10 years of age) developed new diseases during the study period.
Source: Clinician’s Brief, January 2025. Link. Weight loss, dental disease, and potential cardiac disease are common physical examination findings in mature and senior cats. Being prepared to discuss and treat these conditions is important.
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