Senior Cat Care

It's our goal to provide your pets with the best veterinary care so they live long, healthy lives.

Health Care for your Senior Cat in Nashville, TN

It’s important that your senior cat receives regular wellness exams to prevent and treat diseases that cats are more prone to in their senior years such as bone and joint problems, hormone disorders, cancer, and diseases of the kidney, heart, and liver. At Belle Meade Animal Hospital, we recommend bi-annual wellness exam for senior cats to screen for any underlying conditions that are common in senior pets.

During the senior wellness exam, your cat will receive:

  • A thorough physical examination
  • A detailed dental evaluation
  • Tailored vaccinations
  • Comprehensive diagnostic testing
  • Parasite testing and prevention
  • Heartworm testing and prevention
  • Nutrition and diet counseling
  • Behavioral evaluation and counseling

Our veterinarians will also discuss any age-related changes your cat may be experiencing or any concerns you have about his or her health such as nutrition, exercise, mobility, and changes in your pet’s lifestyle. To schedule your senior cat’s wellness exam, please call us at (615) 352-4370.

 

Signs of an Emergency

Please call us if you notice any of the following signs to schedule an appointment to have your cat evaluated:

  • Weight loss
  • Decrease in appetite
  • Bad breath or drooling
  • Increased appetite, especially if accompanied by weight loss
  • Excess urination
  • Increased water intake
  • Reduced exercise, increased stiffness, trouble jumping or walking
  • Apparent pain when your cat moves or is handled
  • Any vomiting, abnormal stool or decreased frequency of bowel movements
  • A new lump or growth, especially if it appears to increase in size quickly
  • Bloated abdomen
  • Depression or listless behavior
  • Excessive panting
  • Heavy or rapid breathing when resting
  • Coughing

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Jodi Yenchik
Jodi Yenchik
Three times I have had to use the vets ER. It’s reassuring that the hospital is open 24/7. Because we use Quakertown vets for regular care, vaccines and well checkups we are not charged the ER fees. My older lab was recently found to have heart failure. Due to the vet finding it when he was there for another reason, led to Alex getting early treatment. They have every specialist one could need. Frosty our German shepherd puppy was found to have a GI infection and treated. I can always get an appointment fairly quickly. The staff are great, understanding, very competent and knowledgeable. They take the time to care for my boys and answer my questions so I can make an educated informed decision caring for them.
Terri Lever
Terri Lever
Very caring. Understands all the needs of small dogs.
Alexis Russo
Alexis Russo
Love this place. Will go no where else for my pig. Highly recommend.
sharon miller
sharon miller
my best friend and I came to Quakertown Vet Clinic from 1.5hrs away for an emergency with her bearded dragon. after calling place after place with dead ends, Quakertown was the only one willing to take her and treat her. from the moment of speaking on the phone to leaving at the end of the night, every staff member was so professional, kind, and compassionate. Dr. Heidi Free treated Beardy and communicated with us clearly about everything that could be going on. She is truly one of the most knowledgeable and informative veterinarians I have ever met, and we are so thankful she was able to help in such a stressful situation. there are not enough kind words for Quakertown Vet!
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Hours & Location

  • Hours

Mon – Fri: 7:30am – 6:00pm
Sat: 8:00am – Noon
Sunday: Closed

  • Location

6210 Hwy 100 Nashville, TN 37205

  • Phone

(615) 352-4370

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