48 Questions
What is a major misconception pet owners have about feline medicine?
Cats are generally healthy until they're 18 to 20 years old
What barrier to healthcare do senior pets often face?
Owner reluctance to bring them into the clinic
What is a key aspect of maintaining healthy ageing in senior pets?
Regular check-ups to prevent illness
What is caregiver burden in the context of senior pet care?
The emotional toll of caring for a senior pet
What is a common misconception about ageing in feline medicine?
Cats naturally lose muscle mass as they age
What is a key challenge in healthcare for senior pets?
Owners' unrealistic expectations of longevity
Why is it important to explain the benefits of maintaining healthy ageing to pet owners?
To encourage owners to bring their pets in for regular check-ups
What is a key aspect of communicating with owners of senior pets?
Discussing the health issues associated with ageing
What is a major consequence of frailty in older pets?
Increased susceptibility to disease
What is the primary driver of the 'circle of frailty' in older pets?
Chronic under-nutrition and reduced activity
What is the term used to describe the ageing of cells?
Senescence
What is the key difference between chronological ageing and biological ageing?
Chronological ageing is based on years of life, while biological ageing is based on physiological changes
What is the definition of ageing?
A progressive, normal and expected loss of physiological integrity
What is the consequence of frailty on the immune system?
Reduced immune system function
What is the relationship between ageing and disease?
As physiological age increases, so does the likelihood of disease
What is the goal of healthcare providers in managing ageing in older pets?
To improve the journey through the ageing process
What does caregiver burden primarily encompass for pet owners?
The stress and burden from caring for ill pets
What concept helps predict the likelihood of falls and health care needs in humans and is now being evaluated for pets?
Frailty indexes
What is the main characteristic of frailty in senior pets?
Decline in physiological reserves
What is one way owners' willingness to care for frail pets often conflicts with?
Their financial and mental well-being
How does frailty in pets differ from normal aging?
Frailty involves clinical status and a decline in stress resilience
Why is it important to consider caregiver burden in senior pet care?
To improve the mental and financial well-being of pet owners
What aspect is NOT included in the frailty assessment for pets?
Owner's physical activity
Which type of pets are mentioned as having caregiver burdens due to medication administration?
Ill cats
What is a common finding in cats with underlying heart disease?
Gallop rhythms
What is a common characteristic of congestive heart failure in cats?
Tachycardic heart rate
What is a common dental change observed in older cats?
Yellowing of the teeth due to dentin thickening
What is a common complication of periodontal disease in older cats?
Oral neoplasia
What is a common finding in older cats with periodontal disease?
Plaque without inflammation
What is the prevalence of periodontal disease in cats over three years of age?
70%
What is a common characteristic of older cats with heart disease?
Stress plays an important role in heart disease
What is a common finding in older cats with heart disease?
Murmurs can be misleading in heart disease diagnosis
What is a characteristic finding on radiographs for older cats with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy?
Increased sternal contact of the heart
In older dogs, what is the significance of heterotopic bone formation observed on radiographs and CT scans?
It increases with age
In both dogs and cats, bronchial calcification can be particularly associated with which condition?
Cushing's disease
What condition in older cats can cause a radiographic finding of a tortuous or redundant aorta, which can be misinterpreted as a mass in the thorax?
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
What percentage of older cats without heart disease can have a heart murmur due to stress and tachycardia?
Up to 50%
What radiographic change is common in older cats with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy that can incidentally appear on lateral radiographs?
Heart tipped cranially
Which imaging technique might show less difference in lung condition between older and younger dogs?
CT scans
Why might a new or loud heart murmur in older cats necessitate follow-up?
It may be more significant in older cats
What condition might a cat with an unkempt hair coat be suffering from?
Severe osteoarthritis
Which disease is generally associated with older dogs and can result in severe calcinosis cutis?
Cushing's disease
What is a potential consequence of immobility, incontinence, and obesity in older pets?
Decubital ulcers
In dogs over 10 years old, what is the likelihood of developing mitral valve disease?
33%
At what age are three quarters of dogs diagnosed with Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)?
Seven years
What normal ageing change in the cardiorespiratory system might be observed in dogs during radiographs?
Increased bronchio-interstitial pattern
What breed is particularly predisposed to developing mitral valve disease?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
What might be a contributing factor to dermatitis in older pets?
Immobility
This quiz explores the common misconceptions about the lifespan of cats and dogs, and the differences in longevity between breeds. It discusses the average lifespan of cats and dogs, and how owners often have unrealistic expectations.
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