Description
In this issue of Veterinary Clinics: Small Animal Practice, guest editor Dr. Mary Gardner brings her considerable expertise to the topic of Geriatrics. As the pet population ages—with research showing that 43% of patients are now considered senior—it is alarming that nearly 50% never see their vet before the end. In this issue, top experts cover key issues such as managing chronic pain, mobility challenges, sensory decline, and co-morbidities while also addressing the importance of client education and support for stressed caregivers. Drawing on insights from our experiences and research, this issue offers real-world strategies to ensure that every geriatric case is met with effective, compassionate care for both the pet and their families.- Contains 15 relevant, practice-oriented topics including how rehabilitation revitalizes aging pets; dental care in the golden years; managing co-morbidity: coordinating care for complex geriatric cases; unique species considerations; supporting caregivers; euthanasia and post-euthanasia; and more- Provides in-depth clinical reviews on geriatrics, offering actionable insights for clinical practice- Presents the latest information on this timely, focused topic under the leadership of experienced editors in the field. Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create clinically significant, topic-based reviews
Table of Contents
Senior Versus Geriatric: Unpacking the Frailty of AgingChronic Pain: Effective Relief Strategies for Geriatric PetsMovement Is Medicine: How Rehabilitation Revitalizes Aging PetsSensory Decline: Real-World Tactics for Managing Vision and Hearing LossDental Care in the Golden YearsAddressing Cognitive Dysfunction: Education, Diagnosis, and Practical CareManaging Comorbidity: Coordinating Care for Complex Geriatric CasesClient Education: Empowering Pet Owners Through the Geriatric JourneyGoals of Care: Prioritizing What Truly Matters at Life's EndVeterinary Hospice—Enhancing Quality Without Prolonging SufferingGuiding End-of-Life Decisions and Quality of Life AssessmentsJust as Loved: Unique Species Considerations at End-of-lifeSupporting Caregivers: Overcoming Stress, Burnout, and BurdenEuthanasia: The Ending Matters MostPost-euthanasia: How to Provide Continued Support
