Senior Pet Care
Older pets change faster than younger ones, so a year between checkups can hide a lot. Our Sugar Land clinic near First Colony and Telfair sees senior dogs and cats for exams, lab work, and comfort plans that keep them moving.
Slowing down isn't always just age. Many changes have treatable causes.
Call (346) 436-6295 or book online.
When it's an emergency: Go straight to a 24-hour emergency hospital for collapse, trouble breathing, a seizure, sudden blindness, or a pet that can't stand. We're open 8 AM to 6 PM, seven days a week, and we don't provide overnight care.
When Is a Pet a Senior?
Most cats and smaller dogs are considered seniors around 7 to 10 years old, and large dogs sooner. The American Animal Hospital Association's senior pet guide explains how life stage depends on size and species.
“Bringing her to Pet Folk has been the best decision we could have ever made for her care. The staff is responsive and caring.”
— Tash T., Petfolk client.
Changes Worth Mentioning
Drinking or urinating more
Weight loss, or a change in appetite
Stiffness, trouble with stairs, or reluctance to jump
Confusion, pacing at night, or new accidents in the house
Lumps, bad breath, or changes in coat
Many of these point to arthritis, kidney or thyroid disease, dental pain, or diabetes, all of which can be managed.
What a Senior Visit Includes
The doctor does a full exam, including joints, teeth, eyes, and weight, and usually recommends lab work to check the kidneys, liver, thyroid, and blood sugar. You'll see an estimate first. Most senior pets come in twice a year.
A Storm Plan for Older Pets
Gulf storms and power outages are harder on senior pets, especially those on daily medication or with heart or breathing problems.
Keep at least two weeks of medication on hand during hurricane season.
Ask whether any medication, like insulin, needs refrigeration, and plan for outages.
Keep a printed list of medications and doses with your pet's records.
Keep older pets cool and indoors when the air conditioning is out.
When Home Monitoring Is Enough
A senior pet that's eating, drinking normally, and moving as usual between visits may only need its scheduled checkups. Tracking weight and water intake at home helps you spot changes early.
What Senior Care Costs
Senior visits start with a wellness exam: $99, or included with PetfolkCare. Lab work and medications are separate, and you'll see each before it's added.
PetfolkCare is $199 a year and takes 10% off labs, vaccines, and preventives.
Keep Your Senior Pet Comfortable
Book a senior visit online or call (346) 436-6295.