WINNIPEG, Manitoba, Nov. 4, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Southglen Veterinary Hospital in Winnipeg, MB is offering a special senior pet wellness care promotion for pets aged seven and older through the end of November. Pet owners who book a wellness exam this fall will save 10% on the exam plus diagnostic screening tests. According to the vet hospital, diagnostic tests are important for detecting illness in pets aged seven and older before these illnesses compromise pets' overall health. Common senior health problems include thyroid imbalances, cancer, obesity, heart disease, dental disease, renal disease, and diabetes.
Pet owners with senior pets can save 10% on their pets' wellness care exams including diagnostics this fall. Southglen Veterinary Hospital is offering as special discount for pet owners as part of the vet hospital's efforts to raise awareness about the importance of senior pet wellness care.
"Starting at age seven, we begin to see some age-related pet health issues," said veterinarian Dr. Sra. "At this early stage, these conditions typically do not have outward symptoms. Instead, the best way to detect health problems is through blood and urine tests or even with x-rays. The earlier we can identify a potential health problem, the more options we have for successful treatment."
Common senior pet health problems treated by the veterinary hospital in Winnipeg include: kidney, heart, and liver disease, a thyroid imbalance, diabetes, dental disease, and some cancers. Older pets may also be less active and more susceptible to weight gain.
"As pets age, many owners notice a gradual slowing down," said veterinarian Dr. Tait. "A pet's hearing, eyesight and sense of smell may slowly deteriorate. However, what pet owners can't see are the physiological changes occurring inside a pet's body. This is why diagnostic tests are so important. These tests give us a snapshot of a pet's well-being."
According to the veterinary hospital care team, early intervention in the form of dietary changes or exercise can help significantly reduce the risk for long-term health problems.
"Just like with humans, changes to diet can help a pet live a longer, healthier life," said veterinarian Dr. Braha. "For example, the addition of glucosamine may protect the joints and reduce pain for mildly arthritic pets. This can help delay or even prevent the need for pet surgery. A wellness exam helps us identify the small changes that will significantly improve a pet's overall health."
The vet hospital is encouraging pet owners to take advantage of the fall discount to ensure their pets are in good health.
In addition to senior care, the veterinary hospital provides comprehensive vet care services, including vaccinations, spay and neuter operations, dietary counseling and pet dental care.
Pet owners may take advantage of the senior pet wellness exam discount by contacting the veterinary hospital by phone or by using the online appointment request form at http://www.southglenvethospital.ca/.