Did you know that pets age significantly faster than humans and are often considered “seniors” by age 7? As your pet enters their golden years, their nutritional requirements, exercise habits, and daily routines undergo vital changes. At Northeast Animal Hospital, we specialize in geriatric veterinary medicine, helping you distinguish between normal aging and underlying medical issues to ensure your companion remains happy and healthy for years to come.
Because health issues in older pets often begin with subtle changes, regular wellness visits are the most effective way to protect your pet.
Our senior exams are designed to address the unique challenges of aging, including:
Evaluating mobility, sensory changes, and organ health.
Utilizing senior blood work and urinalysis to evaluate how your pet's health is changing with age.
Adjusting dosages or changing prescriptions as chronic conditions progress.
Reviewing changes in nutritional needs, exercise habits, and daily routines to help distinguish between normal aging and underlying medical problems.
It can be difficult for pet owners to notice the early signs of serious problems. We partner with you to monitor your pet’s health milestones.
You are the most important ally in your senior pet’s health care. We encourage you to watch for:
Thanks to modern advances in veterinary medicine, pets are living longer than ever. Our Tallahassee clinic offers comprehensive support including:
Nutritional Counseling: Formulating diets that support kidney, heart, and joint health.
Dental Care: Preventing systemic inflammation through professional cleanings.
Hospice and Compassionate Care: Providing dignity and comfort for pets with advanced age-related conditions.
Most pets are considered seniors around the age of 7, though this can vary by breed and size.
Routine wellness blood work allows us to detect subtle health shifts early, often before your pet shows physical symptoms of illness.
No. Treatment recommendations and dosages must be carefully adjusted by a veterinarian as a condition progresses to ensure safety and efficacy.
Your pet has been your loyal companion for years. We provide the specialized medical attention and gentle care they need to stay vibrant and comfortable as they age.
Northeast Animal Hospital is a locally-owned, private veterinary practice serving Tallahassee, FL, since 1971.
Mon-Fri: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sunday: 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Copyright © 2026 All Rights Reserved.