Bringing your pet in for an annual wellness exam can help reassure you that your dog or cat is healthy or help us detect hidden diseases or conditions early. Early detection can improve the prognosis of many diseases, keep medical costs down, and help your pet live longer. Many dogs and cats are good at hiding signs that something is wrong, so subtle changes in their health or behavior might be easy to overlook. And, depending on the disease, some pets don’t show any symptoms.
Dogs and cats age more quickly than humans, so it is even more crucial for our companion animals to receive regular exams. In addition, the risks of arthritis, cancer, diabetes, heart disease, hormone disorders, and kidney and liver problems all increase with age.
During your pet’s wellness exam, we will perform a physical assessment, checking your dog or cat from nose to tail. We will also make sure your pet receives appropriate vaccinations and preventives. We will perform a diagnostic workup, which may include blood, fecal, and urine tests to check for parasites and underlying diseases. Routine diagnostics provide our staff with a baseline so we can determine what is normal for your pet and better track any changes in their health.
As the owner, you know your pet better than anyone else, and your observations are always appreciated. Your insights about changes in your pet’s habits can help us identify potential health problems and treat your pet in the most effective way.
Call us today to schedule your pet’s exam! If you have any questions about our adult wellness program, please let us know.