Pathophysiology of geriatric diseases in dogs and cats: a foundation for geriatric care

Author: P. Jane ARMSTRONG ¹ ; Won-Seok OH
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1. Veterinary Clinical Sciences Department (Small Animal Internal Medicine), College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota, St. Paul, MN 55108, USA
Publication Type:Narrative Review
From:Journal of Veterinary Science 2025;26(S1):S60-S95
CountryRepublic of Korea
Language:English
Abstract: and Relevance: By aligning geroscience concepts with practical, speciesspecific clinical frameworks, this review provides veterinarians with tools to improve proactive screening, precision diagnosis, and individualized management in aging pets.Applying these findings may extend healthspan, mitigate functional decline, and enhance quality of life in senior and geriatric dogs and cats.