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Did you know that approximately 10% of pets
presented to veterinary clinics for annual
check-ups have some underlying disease or
abnormality?
Due to advances in veterinary
care, cats today are living longer than ever
before. This means that more cat owners will
be faced with the special demands and
problems that become apparent with age.
Understanding the aging process and the most
common problems that face the aging cat is
the first step in providing the best
possible care to elderly patients. The
doctors and staff at Manhattan Cat
Specialists have a special fondness for
senior kitties, and we are keenly aware of
the special problems and needs of our
elderly patients.

Did you know that approximately 10% of pets
presented to veterinary clinics for annual
check-ups have some underlying disease or
abnormality? Most of these pets appear
normal on their physical examination, and
therefore any abnormalities go undetected
without a wellness health screen.
Manhattan Cat Specialists' Wellness Programs
have been carefully designed by our doctors
so that we can detect problems early and
prevent or delay the development of
disorders associated with aging. Practicing
preventive medicine improves quality of life
and is more cost effective than attempting
to treat problems after they appear.
PRIME WELLNESS PLAN - Ages 3 to 6
MATURE WELLNESS PLAN - Ages 7 to 10
SENIOR WELLNESS PLAN - Ages 11 to 14
GERIATRIC WELLNESS PLAN - Ages 15 and Up
Click here to read more about geriatric
wellness.
Simple tests can check
your cat’s liver and kidneys, white cell
count and red cell count, blood sugar,
electrolytes, and thyroid status. They can
also alert us to hidden infections,
inflammatory disease, anemia, and sometimes
cancer. Once the problem is identified,
appropriate treatment decisions can be made.
Many times, a simple change in diet is all
that is needed to avoid major health
problems in your pet. Manhattan Cat
Specialists is devoted to keeping your
senior cat happy and healthy for as long as
possible. |