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Canine senior wellness package

Is Your Dog “Over 50”?

The age of dogs is dependent on body weight.  This table helps you determine your pet’s actual age in “human years”.
Like humans, older dogs are more likely to encounter health problems than younger pets.  That’s why a “Wellness Profile” can help us assess your pet’s current health, and provide a baseline for monitoring changes in the years ahead.

Protecting your pet—the first step is knowledge.

Our pets can’t tell us how they are feeling, only diagnostic testing can.  The Wellness Profile is the easiest and best way to get an overall picture of your pet’s health.  The Wellness Profile can provide you and your veterinarian with a clear picture of your animal’s overall health.  It can help identify problems early on so your pet can be diagnosed and properly treated; or , if all tests are normal, provide comforting peace of mind.  A negative heartworm result indicates your pet is free from this serious infestation and you can start them on preventative medication.

Age  1-20 lb 21-50 lb
50-90 lb 
 6yr
 40yr 42yr 45yr
 7yr 44yr 47yr 50yr
 8yr 48yr 51yr 55yr
 9yr 52yr 56yr 61yr
 10yr 56yr 60yr 66yr
 11yr 60yr 65yr 72yr
 12yr 64yr 69yr 77yr
 13yr 68yr 74yr 82yr
 14yr 72yr 78yr 88yr
 15yr 76yr 83yr 93yr

 

Listed below are a few of the diseases we are screening for with our wellness package:

ProblemFacts
DiabetesA glucose test will detect abnormally high blood  sugar levels which may indicate diabetes
Kidney Disease
Kidney Disease can occur at any age and is incurable
Liver Disease
Liver Disease is a common disorder in dogs and cats
Infection
Inflammation
Anemia, Leukemia
A complete blood count (CBC) provides detailed information about red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets, and bone marrow function
ntestinal Disease,
Kidney Disease,
Liver Disease,
Malnutrition		These disorders may in part be detected by measuring your pet’s albumin and total protein levels.  Further testing may be done to determine a specific diagnosis
Intestinal ParasitesIntestinal parasites can affect humans as well as pets.


By purchasing our Senior Wellness Package you will receive 20% off the original cost of the individual services.
Our staff can provide more detailed information as requested.

 

Dog Cookies

Dog Cookies
· 3 cups whole wheat flour
· 2 small cans dog food or cat food
· 1 egg
· 1 ½ to 2 cups liquid (I make sure it isn't to dry or to wet so you may have to make your own judgment as to how much liquid to use. I also use left over gravy or broth as the liquid).
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Stir together all ingredients and drop by spoonful on greased cookie sheet. Bake for  12-14 minutes. These can be stored in refrigerated and also frozen.
After these are cooled down I cut them into small pieces with kitchen shears then put them in freezer bags and store in the refrigerator.

Clinic Hours

DOCTORS’ HOURS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY.

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday
7:00am - 7:00pm
Tuesday, Friday
7:00am - 6:00pm
Saturday
8:00am - 12:00pm

Support

Four Paws Veterinary Clinic is accepting donations for the
American Cancer Society’s
Relay for Life walk of Sauk Prairie.
Our goal is to raise $1000.00
Please call or stop in for more details.

* Update * We have currently raised $260.00.  Thank you for your support.