FUNCTIONAL HEALTH -- SENIOR SCREENING AND EARLY DETECTION

Why Age Is the Biggest Risk Factor

Most chronic disease is silent for years.

Waiting for symptoms means:

fewer options
more aggressive treatment
less time to intervene gently

What “Senior” Really Means

Dogs: ~7 years (earlier for large breeds)
Cats: ~8–9 years

This is when functional decline begins.

Key Screening Areas

kidney function
heart health
blood pressure
inflammation markers
dental disease

Functional Health Goal

Detect:

trends, not crises
risk, not failure

When Early Detection Changes Outcomes

Early detection can:

delay disease onset
preserve quality of life
reduce medication burden later

Next Step

Senior pets benefit most from:

Foundations + Senior Screening worksheet
consult if abnormalities cluster

FUNCTIONAL HEALTH -- SENIOR SCREENING AND EARLY DETECTION

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