It’s fairly commonplace for dogs and cats to live long enough to earn their senior stripes. But what about exotic senior pets? With advancements in wellness care, good husbandry, and better-than-ever treatment options, it is no surprise that all species are living longer lives than ever before. Caring for an older exotic pet is a [...]
Thanks to advancements in veterinary medicine and increased owner involvement, our pets are living longer than ever. As a result, senior pet care has become more and more important. Although some pets may still run, jump, and behave like a young pup or kitten, what happens when an older pet starts to slow down? It [...]
Just like us, pets develop health problems as they age. It’s hard to admit (or even recognize), but modern veterinary medicine and regular at-home care can go a long way to improving and extending the lives of senior pets. The Timeline Senior pets are generally considered geriatric at 7 years old. As your pet ages, [...]
While many of our adult pets are still active, playful, and in good health; did you know that after six to seven years of age, your cat or dog is considered to be in his or her senior years? Pets age much more rapidly than we often notice, leaving the early-stages of health issues undetected [...]
Summer is finally here and it’s likely that you can’t wait to get outside with your pet. This may be especially true if you have a senior pet, who has probably felt cooped up indoors for too long and is aching to soak up the sunshine and stretch the old bones a bit. However, spending [...]
Happy 2013! In order to help ensure that this year is a happy and healthy one, Billings Animal Family Hospital is pleased to be offering new, specially designed wellness plans for your pets. These plans help to make comprehensive, quality preventive veterinary care more affordable, allowing you to provide your pets with what they [...]