Senior Pet Care

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Every senior pet deserves the highest standard of care.

As your beloved companion grows older, Westgate Animal Hospital will help you navigate every step of their journey. Dr. Walia supports aging cats and dogs with quality wellness care and management of chronic pain and age-related issues. Make veterinary care easier for you and your furry companion with convenient appointments.
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Aging Pets and Veterinary Care

As pets age, they require more attentive monitoring and proactive health management. Dr. Walia recommends that senior pets visit our clinic more frequently throughout the year, at least every six months, for comprehensive wellness exams and routine lab work. Annual blood panels and other diagnostics detect age-related changes early so our staff can manage potential health issues before they progress.

During these visits, we can still perform essential services like vaccines to maintain immunity and discuss any procedures that may be necessary, including surgery or dental cleanings.
Since we cannot follow your pet home, you know best when something changes. If you have a concern about your older cat or dog, please bring it up to us during your pet’s appointment. We are always ready to talk to you about your pet’s health. 

Nutrition and Senior Pets

The diet that you choose can support your senior pet’s health. As pets grow older, they may develop medical disorders or experience changes in metabolism that lead to weight gain. Dr. Walia provides personalized nutritional guidance to help you select the best pet food and diet plan for your aging pet’s needs.

Whether your fur baby is managing a specific health condition or simply needs support for overall wellness, we offer a range of maintenance and prescription diets right here in our clinic. If your pet requires a specialized formula, we can conveniently place a custom order for you. Our high-quality pet food options make it easy to nourish your senior pet so they can maintain a healthy weight and vibrant life.

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Managing Chronic Pain and Health Conditions in Older Pets

With age, many pets develop chronic conditions that require expert management. At Westgate Animal Hospital, Dr. Walia is highly experienced in treating and managing health disorders that commonly affect senior cats and dogs. We can work with you to manage your pet’s:
Managing chronic pain is particularly important to maintain your pet’s quality of life. Dr. Walia is knowledgeable about effective pain management solutions needed as supportive care of health conditions. If your pet needs care for their pain, please do not hesitate to come to us for a consultation on pain management.
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Senior Pet Care in Tacoma, WA

Your senior pet deserves attentive, compassionate care. Dr. Walia will support your pet’s health and comfort during their senior years. Together, we can create a care plan that keeps your beloved pet thriving well into their golden years!

Contact us today to schedule your senior pet’s wellness exam or a chronic condition consultation. Call our clinic to book an appointment or check for same-day or walk-in availability.

Westgate Animal Hospital offers senior pet care for dogs and cats in Tacoma, Pierce County, North End, Gig Harbor, Puyallup, Lakewood, Steilacoom, Lacey, Olympia, Federal Way, Dupont, and surrounding Washington areas.
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