Senior Pet Care for Dogs & Cats in Ormeau
Our pets may not live forever — but with the right care, their golden years can be comfortable, active, and full of love.
At My Kind of Vet, we take a proactive, compassionate approach to senior pet care, focusing on early detection, mobility support, pain management, and quality of life.
As pets age, their bodies and needs change — and so should their veterinary care. We’re here to help you understand what’s normal, what’s not, and how to keep your older pet feeling their best for as long as possible.
How Old Is Your Pet, Really?
It’s not always easy to know when your pet becomes “senior.” Small dogs and cats tend to live longer, while larger breeds age more quickly.
That’s why we created the My Kind of Vet Pet Age Calculator — a simple, interactive tool that shows your pet’s age in human years and tells you whether they’re considered young, mature, senior, or elderly.
Use it below to see your pet’s life stage and find out whether it’s time for a senior health check or lifestyle adjustment.
Pet Age ↔ Human Age
Find out your pet’s equivalent age in human years and what that means for their life stage.
Result
That means your pet is —.
Reference: adapted from publicly available pet-age guidelines. See the IDEXX Pet Age resource.
Why Senior Pet Care Matters
Just like people, pets experience subtle health changes as they age. Early monitoring and tailored care can make all the difference in extending both comfort and quality of life.
Common age-related issues include:
Slowing down or stiffness after rest
Changes in appetite, thirst, or weight
Cloudy eyes, dental disease, or lumps
Altered sleep, restlessness, or confusion
Incontinence or toileting changes
These signs can point to arthritis, kidney or liver changes, dental disease, or cognitive decline — all of which can be managed more effectively when detected early.
How We Support Senior Pets
Our senior pet programs are designed to help your dog or cat stay active, comfortable, and happy throughout their later years.
We offer:
Comprehensive senior health checks with bloodwork, urine testing, and blood pressure monitoring.
Pain and mobility management, including medication, acupuncture, or laser therapy when appropriate.
Nutrition reviews to ensure calorie balance, joint support, and digestive comfort.
Dental care to prevent oral pain and infection.
Vision, hearing, and cognitive assessments to monitor ageing changes.
Gentle handling and fear-free visits tailored to older pets’ comfort levels.
Compassionate, Fear-Free Care
Senior pets often need a slower pace and extra reassurance.
Our fear-free certified team uses soft bedding, calm handling, and quiet consult rooms to help them feel relaxed and safe.
For anxious or mobility-impaired pets, we also offer home visits for check-ups, medications, and comfort assessments.
Your pet’s comfort and dignity always come first.
Supporting You Through Every Stage
With tools like our Pet Age Calculator, you can stay informed about your pet’s ageing journey — and we’ll be here every step of the way to guide you through what each stage means.
Whether your companion is just entering maturity or already in their senior years, our team is dedicated to keeping them healthy, mobile, and happy.
My Kind of Vet Ormeau Location
Looking for a vet near Pimpama? We’re just down the road at Unit 8/29 Blanck St, Ormeau.