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Is your pet a senior? |
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The first year of
a pet's life is roughly equivalent to about the first fifteen years for a
human and two pet years are equal to about twenty-four human years. After
that, each year for a pet is equivalent to four years. |
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DOGS This age
comparison table provides general age comparisons between dogs and humans. |
Click here for more information about senior dogs |
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CATS Cats are
considered to be entering their senior years at age seven. The table below
provides age comparisons. |
Click here for more information about senior cats |
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As an animal ages many of
the normal organ functions gradually begin to decline, just as in
humans. The eyes, ears, heart, lungs, liver, and
kidneys may start to function less optimally, possibly leading to
significant medical problems. It is
more difficult for older animals to fight infections and problems such
as arthritis frequently set in. It is ideal for senior pets to have
their owners and veterinarians work closely together to find and treat
problems as early as possible. |
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Information from Antech Diagnostics. |
