2006-08-09 05:27:06 · 5 answers · asked by Patty5821 4 in Pets ➔ Dogs
My vet requires it at 9 years or older. Costs $36 here..I thouhgt that was a bargain..
2006-08-09 05:31:49 · answer #1 · answered by Chetco 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Usually over 9 yrs old. that is considered geriatric. However the word geriatric has nothing to do with the tests. The screen consists of a CBC(complete blood count), blood chemistry, t4 (thyroid) and urinalysis. All animas should have a cbc/chem done prior to surgery if they are over 4 yrs old.
2006-08-09 05:37:23 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on the surgery. If it's just an elective surgery (dental, spay or neuter) then I'd say 5 years and older. If it's a more complicated surgery, then I'd say 3 years and older. Getting the Geri Panel with a CBC will help in the long run too. It tests way more than a Mini Panel would.
Hope this helps!
2006-08-09 05:31:57 · answer #3 · answered by M C 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Our hospital requires it at five years old prior to surgery. It's optional, but recommended, if under five years old. ECG's are also recommended prior to surgery, but not required, even though all pets are on an ECG monitor during surgery. Bloodwork is recommended for all pets when they come in for yearly exams to look for any potential problems, too.
2006-08-09 12:57:17 · answer #4 · answered by GSDoxie3 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
age 5 to 7 depending on the breed...and sometimes the individual vet depending on the pets health at the time and past surgeries.
2006-08-09 05:31:09 · answer #5 · answered by eva diane 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋