As pets get older, changes often happen slowly. You might notice your pet moving a bit less, eating differently, or their weight shifting over time. It is easy to think these changes are just part of getting older.
Sometimes, these changes are simply part of ageing. Other times, they can be a sign that something needs a closer look.
At Logan Village Vets, we begin by getting to know what is normal for your dog or cat. From there, we monitor for any changes and consider together whether anything needs attention. Sometimes that means a health check; sometimes it means keeping an eye on things over time; occasionally, it means looking into something more closely. What we do depends on your pet and their needs.
Our goal is to make sure you understand what we have noticed, what matters most right now, and what the next steps could be for your pet.
When you spend every day with your pet, it is easy for gradual changes to slip by unnoticed.
You might spot your dog moving a little differently around the house, or notice your cat eating less, drinking more, or acting differently.
Weight can change slowly as well. Often, it is only when we look back at previous visits that we see how much has changed.
These small details matter. They help us build a clearer picture of your pet’s overall health.
We would always rather you mention a small change than assume it is just part of getting older.
There is no single senior health check that suits every dog or cat. Age is important, but so are your pet’s history, their current health, and anything you have noticed at home.
During your visit, we can discuss any changes in weight, movement, appetite, behaviour, and general condition. Dental health, nutrition, or any other concerns you have noticed between visits are always welcome parts of the conversation.
We are not here to run through a long checklist just because your pet has reached a certain age. Instead, we focus on what deserves your pet’s attention right now.
Sometimes a conversation and physical examination give us enough information to decide what comes next. Sometimes they do not.
If we need more information, your veterinarian may recommend diagnostic testing. Logan Village Vets offers services including bloodwork, in-house pathology and X-rays.
We do not automatically recommend tests just because a pet is older. We consider them when they might help us understand a specific concern. If we suggest a test, we will always explain why and what we hope to learn from it.
Depending on what we find, the next step might be treatment, further investigation, monitoring, or simply a follow-up visit. We will talk through what makes sense for your pet.
Weight is one of those things that can change quietly. A dog or cat can gain or lose weight slowly enough that the difference is hard to see from one day to the next.
Our team can check your pet’s weight and body condition, and talk with you about nutrition as part of their overall health. Our nurses are here to help with regular weigh-ins and body condition checks, making it easier to keep track of changes over time.
We do not focus on the number alone. What matters is what any change means for your pet as an individual.
Movement is another area where small changes are worth mentioning. If you notice your pet moving differently than before, that is helpful information for us to talk about during their visit.
We do not assume every change in movement has the same cause. Your vet will examine your pet, consider their overall health, and decide whether anything else needs further investigation.
This approach is important for older pets. Age gives us context, but it never replaces a proper look at what is really going on.
Knowing a pet over several years gives us useful context when something changes. We can look at their history, previous visits, and what has been normal for them.
Many local families have built long-standing relationships with our team. That continuity becomes especially helpful as pets grow older and their needs change.
If you are new to Logan Village Vets, you can expect the same practical and caring approach. Let us know what your pet is usually like at home, and share any changes you have noticed, even if they seem small. These everyday observations often give us a much better starting point during your visit.
Older dogs and cats each have their own needs. Not every pet will need the same tests, treatments, or schedule. One pet might need us to look more closely at a change in weight. Another visit could focus on movement, dental health, or a change in behaviour that is not easily explained.
We take each concern as it comes and talk through what we think is worth doing next. That may mean treatment. It may mean testing, monitoring, or simply checking the situation again later.
Senior pet care should help you feel clearer about your pet’s health, not just assume that age means something is wrong.
Your pet’s needs change as they move through life. A young puppy needs different care than an adult dog, and older cats often benefit from a closer look as small changes start to show.
We’re here for dogs and cats at every stage, from prevention and routine health checks to diagnostics, surgery, and gentle support in later years.
Seeing your pet regularly helps us learn what’s normal for them and spot changes early, so we can step in when it matters.
Everyday care covers consultations, health checks, vaccinations, desexing, dental care, support for senior pets, microchipping, weight checks, and advice on nutrition.
These visits are also a good time to talk about smaller concerns, like changes in appetite, movement, behaviour, or anything else you’ve noticed at home.
Sometimes, a physical exam isn’t quite enough to get the answers we need.
We offer diagnostic imaging, in-house pathology, orthopaedic surgery, and care for more complex health concerns.
What happens next depends on your pet, what we find, and the kind of care they need.
Puppies learn so much in their first months, and it’s a key time for building good habits and confidence.
Our puppy preschool gives young dogs and their families a gentle start, with early learning in a supportive setting. It’s a great way to build helpful habits right from the beginning.
We know that unexpected vet visits can put pressure on the family budget.
We can help with pet insurance claims and offer payment options that may make things easier for eligible clients. What’s available will depend on your insurer or payment provider.
I took my beautiful boy to get a concern I had checked. This was our first visit. We were greeted by friendly and caring staff. We felt in very good hands. I would highly recommend this practice if you need a vet.
This vet is the best I have been too and the most caring to an animal I have seen. There loyal and very friendly. Highly recommend for ur fur baby.
Dr Nigel is so nice he’s very caring and compassionate thorough in his work feel really comfortable bringing my boy Shnickles to c him staff are absolutely amazing very friendly and helpful wouldn’t go anywhere else
Couldn’t recommend this vet enough! It is a bit of a drive for me and my partner but went on a recommendation from my sister. Unfortunately, one of my cats had to have her leg amputated after she broke her leg and we were taken care of so well! The vets loved my baby and treated her with so much kindness and went above and beyond to keep any worries I had at bay. You can tell this vet genuinely cares about their patients and will go above and beyond to take care of you.
Have had great service and attention in particular from Vicky every time I have had to visit the clinic. Happy to recommend
Very professional in looking after my dog along with reasonable pricing excellent for great advice as usual.
Dr Richard was fantastic with my dog, who can be quite nervous at the vet. Even when things got a bit stressful, he stayed calm, kind, and professional the whole time. Really appreciated how understanding and gentle he was – you can tell he genuinely cares about animals. Highly recommend.
I took my little guy here after having other vets dismiss my concerns about his symptoms. I was blown away by the personable, kind, informative care we received. The reception staff are also so lovely. I’ve never seen my little guy so confident at the vet due to the doctor’s impeccable bedside manner. He’s been started on new meds and I’ve never seen my little guy so happy. The prices are incredibly reasonable as well.
Changes in weight, appetite, movement, behaviour or general condition are all worth discussing. You do not need to know the cause of the change before making an appointment.
Your veterinarian can examine your pet and decide whether anything needs further investigation.
Yes, changes in behaviour can be relevant when looking at an older pet’s overall health.
Tell your veterinarian what has changed and when you first noticed it. That information can help guide the examination and any next steps.
A gradual change in weight can be difficult to notice when you see your pet every day.
Weight loss is worth discussing rather than assuming it is simply related to age. The team can assess weight and body condition in context.
Yes. Our nursing team provides weigh-ins and body condition checks as part of practical preventative support.
Keeping track over time can make gradual changes easier to recognise and discuss in the context of your pet’s overall health.
An older dog may raise different health questions than a younger dog, but there is no single approach for every senior pet.
Care depends on their history, current condition and any changes you have noticed at home.
A change in appetite is useful information to discuss with your veterinarian, particularly when it is different from your cat’s normal habits.
The next step depends on the wider picture, including any other changes and the findings from their examination.
No. Logan Village Vets does not take a one-size-fits-all approach to diagnostic testing.
Bloodwork may be recommended when your veterinarian needs more information about a particular health concern. Testing depends on your pet and what is being investigated.
Your veterinarian can examine your pet and consider the change in movement alongside their age, history, and general health.
Further investigation may be recommended if the examination does not provide enough information on its own.
Contact Info
Opening Hours
Monday to Friday: 8:00am – 6:00pm
Saturday: 8:00am – 1:00pm
Sunday: CLOSED
Closed on public holidays
