Geriatric Care
Compassionate Senior Pet Care in Crozet, VA
As pets age, their medical needs change rapidly. Geriatric Care at Animal Wellness Centre (AWC) is dedicated to extending the quality and comfort of your senior dog or cat's life.
Our comprehensive approach focuses on early detection, effective pain management, and specialized geriatric treatments for dogs. We seamlessly integrate advanced diagnostics with therapeutic modalities to help your senior companion thrive through their golden years.
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Advanced Senior Pet Care Services
for the Crozet Community
Located conveniently for pet owners in Crozet, Charlottesville, and surrounding communities
AWC is committed to providing comprehensive senior pet care in Crozet and the surrounding areas. We believe that senior pets (usually over age 7) should receive a full wellness examination every six months to detect diseases in their earliest, most treatable stages.
Geriatric Focus: Our program addresses common age-related issues including decreased mobility, cognitive decline, nutritional changes, organ function decline, and chronic pain.
Specialized Geriatric Treatments for Pet Comfort
We offer a full spectrum of therapeutic options to improve your pet’s comfort and mobility, focusing on effectively managing dog arthritis pain.
Pain Management & Mobility Solutions
- Joint Injections: To relieve dog arthritis pain and improve mobility.
- Laser Therapy: Non-invasive treatment to reduce inflammation and accelerate healing in joints and tissues.
- Therapeutic Ultrasound: Used for deep heat therapy and pain relief.
- Canine Rehabilitation: Seamless integration into our rehab programs, including Underwater Treadmill Therapeutic Exercise Therapy and Range of Motion exercises, to maintain muscle mass and joint function.
- Nutritional Consults: Customized diet plans designed to support joint health, maintain ideal body weight, and manage chronic disease.
- Massage: Gentle, therapeutic techniques to relieve muscle stiffness and promote circulation.
Geriatric Screening for Pets and Animal Diagnostics
Early detection is key to successful senior pet care. Our geriatric wellness exams
are thorough and rely on our advanced in-house diagnostic capabilities.
Geriatric Diagnostic Protocol
- Twice-Yearly Wellness Exams: Frequent exams allow us to catch subtle changes in weight, organ function, and joint health.
- Comprehensive Laboratory Work: Advanced blood and urine analysis from our Laboratory monitors kidney, liver, thyroid function, and screens for diabetes and other age-related conditions.
- Advanced Imaging: We use Digital X-ray to check for heart size changes or degenerative joint disease and Ultrasound to evaluate internal organs.
- In-house Electrocardiogram (ECG): Crucial for evaluating heart rhythm and health, especially before any surgical or dental procedures.
See what other Pet owners say about us
- Nikki Duncan
My hedgehog was very sick and they were the only ones who would see him the next day. Dr. Raab and her assistant were so thorough and knowledgeable I felt very comfortable. They treated him so well and you could genuinely see their love for all animals. I can't thank them enough!
- KJ
Lovely clean pleasant facility, and everyone on the staff is friendly and helpful. Dr. Raab is wonderful and was great with our skittish bunny! There are very few small animal vets in the area, so we were grateful to find Dr. Raab.
- Barbara Tomlin
Dr. Raab is the only vet who is able to handle my African Gray parrot without causing her stress. She is gentle, kind, and patient. Autumn had her nails and beak trimmed and is a happy bird! I always recommend Animal Wellness Center to anyone looking for a vet.
Your Pet’s Geriatric Care FAQs
Common Questions About Caring for Aging Pets
This varies by breed, but generally, dogs and cats are considered seniors around age 7. We recommend increasing wellness exams to every six months at this stage.
High-quality veterinary services in Crozet
Ensure Comfort and Quality of Life
Give your senior pet the specialized attention they deserve. Contact AWC today to schedule a comprehensive Geriatric Care consultation.