Caring for Older Dogs

As our loyal canine companions age, they require targeted care to maintain their health and happiness in their senior years. At Sydney Animal Hospitals, our comprehensive Senior Dog Care services are designed to meet the unique needs of older dogs. From regular health check-ups to advanced medical treatments, we are committed to providing the best possible care to enhance your senior dog’s quality of life.

Dogs and cats over seven years of age are senior citizens in human years. Everyone gets older, and our best friends age faster than we do.

Time flies when you’re having fun. But at seven years young, your dog is nearing his or her 50th year.

Your dog’s age in human years (age varies based on weight and care).



Our special friends need special care in their older years. Note: This table is an approximation. As a rule, larger breeds age faster than smaller breeds.

As with humans, the need for health care increases with age in dogs and cats too. Like us, animals suffer from aches and pains related to ageing – see signs to look out for – but veterinarians at Sydney Animal Hospitals can help you ensure that ageing isn’t a pain for your best friend.

If your dog exhibits any of the signs below, it’s time to visit your veterinarian:

Veterinarians at Sydney Animal Hospitals are trained to identify and address age-related problems in cats early, so that they can be managed – ensuring that senior pets enjoy excellent quality of life.

Age-related conditions can be managed successfully with early diagnosis. A year in your senior pet’s life is five years in the life of a senior citizen, so we schedule six-monthly wellness checks to give your senior pet the best possible care.

Our aim is to identify any existing conditions and establish a baseline for your pet’s health, acting as a reference point for any future changes. Our Wellness exams for senior pets include:

An initial consultation includes:

We provide a personalised plan to ensure you’re in the best position to help your pet maintain optimum health. Our team will address any problems identified and consult with you on:

Veterinarians at Sydney Animal Hospitals love dogs. We know how much your dog means to you, and we’re happy to develop a lifestyle plan that ensures your pet remains healthy and pain-free.