Elderly Pet Care

Any point in your pet’s life

Managing pain in pets can occur at any point in their life, whether they're experiencing acute discomfort from an injury or chronic pain due to long-term conditions like arthritis.

We provide personalised treatment plans, which may include supplements, medications, rehabilitation, and lifestyle adjustments to support your pet's long-term health.

• Book a home visit (service an hour around Melbourne)

• Teleconsultationfrom anywhere in Australia

• Blog: Subtle signs of pain

Extending Quality of Life (Months to Years)

Palliation refers to the care we provide when a pet’s disease or condition is manageable but incurable, with the goal of enhancing their quality of life. This can range from several months to even years, depending on the pet's condition.

Early intervention in managing pain and detecting illnesses can help delay the next stage: end of life, making it easier to prepare both emotionally and practically.

• Book a home visit (service an hour around Melbourne)

• Teleconsultation from anywhere in Australia

• Blog: Is it time for a personalised plan to support my pet?

When interventions no longer help, we enter the end-of-life stage. Most pets are in the end-of-life stage for less than six months, with some only in this phase for days to weeks.

Dr Taylah can provide medication such as low-dose ketamine, opioids, anti-nausea, CBD oil and appetite stimulants, to keep your pet comfortable in their final days, weeks to months. There are usually affordable medciations you can use that you may already have at home!

Not sure what stage your pet is at? Enquire online, text us, call us, or book online for more advice.

More information:

• Cbd for pets

• Is it the right time to say goodbye to my pet?

• How to prepare the family for pet goodbye

• What is euthanasia?