Dog · Cat · 6 min read

A simple checklist for older pets

Small home changes and six-monthly checks make the later years easier.

By Dr Ioanna Petrou · 3 June 2026

Changes to watch for

Drinking more, losing weight, accidents indoors or confusion at night can all have treatable causes.

Non-slip rugs, ramps to favourite spots, a low-sided litter tray and a warm bed away from draughts all help.

Senior screens with blood and urine tests often find problems months before you would notice them.

General information only. If you're worried about your pet, call us.

Thirty unhurried minutes, nose to tail.

A quiet room, a few hiding spots and patience. Everything you need for a calm start.

Dogs rarely cry out. Here are the small changes worth noticing.

Walk early, find shade and know the signs of heatstroke.