Animal Health Center of Madison, MS 39110 | Dr. Angela Peterson, DVM, Veterinary Hospital, Animal Hospital, Veterinarian Clinic, Pet Doctor / Prescription for a Lifetime of Care

Animal Health Center of Madison
1146 Highway 51
Madison, MS 39110

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Animal Health Center of Madison

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Life Stages

Expected Changes and Potential Diseases

Common Conditions Recommended Preventative Care and Testing

Adolescent

Behavioral Training Optimal at 2-8 months

Sexual Maturity occurs at 6-12 months

Skeletal Maturity occurs at 8-12 months

Congenital Defects and Infectious Diseases are Primary Health Concerns

Puppy and Kitten Immunizations

Intestinal Parasite Exams

Spaying or Neutering at 6 months

Monthly Heartworm and Flea Preventative

Home Dental Care

Appropriate Growth Diet based on Breed

Adult

Peak Athletic Ability

Highest incidences of Unintentional Injuries (Trauma) and Heartworm Disease Occurs in Adulthood

Over Two Thirds (67%) of Adult Pets will Develop Periodontal Disease or Gum Disease

Annual Physical Examination

Immunizations based on Lifestyle

Annual Heartworm Disease Test

Intestinal Parasite Exam based on Lifestyle

Basic Blood Tests Yearly

Monthly Heartworm and Flea Preventative

Home Dental Care and Professional Cleanings

Adult Diet Based on Breed

Senior

Weight Increases and Shift from Muscle to Fat Tissues Often Occur Due to Overfeeding and Decreased Aerobic Activity

Graying of Hair coat

Heart, Kidney, Thyroid, and Liver Disease

Diabetes mellitus (Type 2 diabetes)

Osteoarthritis affects at least 20% of all Senior Pets

Begin Bi-annual Wellness Exams

Bi-annual Physical Examinations

Immunizations based on Lifestyle

Annual Senior Blood Tests and Urinalysis

Intestinal Parasite Exam based on Lifestyle

Home Dental Care and Professional Cleanings

Monthly Heartworm and Flea Preventative

Radiographs, EKG, Blood Pressure, and Glaucoma Testing every 12 months based on Doctor’s recommendations

Geriatric

Senior Changes Accelerate with higher Incidences of Heart, Thyroid, and Kidney Disease

Most Geriatric patients will Develop at Least One Age-related Condition

Decreased Immune System

Cancer Incidence Increases

Over 50% Develop Osteoarthritis

Bi-annual Physical Examinations

Immunizations based on Lifestyle

Senior Blood Tests and Urinalysis Tests Every 3-12 months based on Doctor’s Recommendations

Intestinal Parasite Exam based on Lifestyle

Home Dental Care and Professional Cleanings

Monthly Heartworm and Flea Preventative

Radiographs, EKG, Blood Pressure, and Glaucoma Testing every 12 months.

Prescription for a Lifetime of Health

Aging is a natural process of all living things. Recent scientific and medical advances are allowing people and pets to not just live longer, but healthier lives. It is important to recognize the important milestones in your pet’s life and the impact these life stages have on health. By providing Preventative care and recognizing diseases before they become irreversible, we can often prevent or reduce the irreversible and often debilitating consequences.

The following is a chart depicting the most common age-related changes and our recommended Preventative care. These changes and recommendations will vary from pet to pet. Our staff will guide you and your pet through the years. Remember, it’s not just about Life Span - it’s about Health Span! Let us help your pet enjoy the longest possible Health Span. It’s a Great Time to be a Pet!

Life Stages	Expected Changes and Potential Diseases	Common Conditions Recommended Preventative Care and Testing
Adolescent	Behavioral Training Optimal at 2-8 months Sexual Maturity occurs at 6-12 months Skeletal Maturity occurs at 8-12 months Congenital Defects and Infectious Diseases are Primary Health Concerns	Puppy and Kitten Immunizations Intestinal Parasite Exams Spaying or Neutering at 6 months Monthly Heartworm and Flea Preventative Home Dental Care Appropriate Growth Diet based on Breed
Adult	Peak Athletic Ability Highest incidences of Unintentional Injuries (Trauma) and Heartworm Disease Occurs in Adulthood Over Two Thirds (67%) of Adult Pets will Develop Periodontal Disease or Gum Disease	Annual Physical Examination Immunizations based on Lifestyle Annual Heartworm Disease Test Intestinal Parasite Exam based on Lifestyle Basic Blood Tests Yearly Monthly Heartworm and Flea Preventative Home Dental Care and Professional Cleanings Adult Diet Based on Breed
Senior	Weight Increases and Shift from Muscle to Fat Tissues Often Occur Due to Overfeeding and Decreased Aerobic Activity Graying of Hair coat Heart, Kidney, Thyroid, and Liver Disease Diabetes mellitus (Type 2 diabetes) Osteoarthritis affects at least 20% of all Senior Pets Begin Bi-annual Wellness Exams	Bi-annual Physical Examinations Immunizations based on Lifestyle Annual Senior Blood Tests and Urinalysis Intestinal Parasite Exam based on Lifestyle Home Dental Care and Professional Cleanings Monthly Heartworm and Flea Preventative Radiographs, EKG, Blood Pressure, and Glaucoma Testing every 12 months based on Doctor’s recommendations
Geriatric	Senior Changes Accelerate with higher Incidences of Heart, Thyroid, and Kidney Disease Most Geriatric patients will Develop at Least One Age-related Condition Decreased Immune System Cancer Incidence Increases Over 50% Develop Osteoarthritis	Bi-annual Physical Examinations Immunizations based on Lifestyle Senior Blood Tests and Urinalysis Tests Every 3-12 months based on Doctor’s Recommendations Intestinal Parasite Exam based on Lifestyle Home Dental Care and Professional Cleanings Monthly Heartworm and Flea Preventative Radiographs, EKG, Blood Pressure, and Glaucoma Testing every 12 months.