Wellness Visits

 Regular pet wellness exams are crucial for ensuring your pet’s long-term health. These exams include important vaccinations to protect against preventable diseases, as well as parasite screenings to detect fleas, ticks, and internal worms. Heartworm testing is also essential to prevent serious complications. For senior pets, yearly bloodwork helps monitor organ function and detect early signs of illness, while younger pets should have bi-yearly bloodwork to maintain overall health. Routine wellness exams, vaccinations, and diagnostic tests provide early detection of potential issues, allowing for proactive treatment and ensuring your pet enjoys a healthy, happy life.

During each wellness visit, we conduct a comprehensive physical exam to identify any abnormalities, such as lumps, hair loss, joint stiffness, irregular heartbeats, or abnormal lung sounds. The exam includes:

• Eyes, ears, and nose
• Skin and coat condition
• Heart and lungs
• Oral Health
• Legs, hips, joints, and spine
• Abdomen
• Weight and body condition score*

If your pet is overweight, we offer nutritional consultations.

While a thorough physical exam is essential, it’s often not enough to assess your pet’s overall health. To ensure a comprehensive evaluation, we also perform age-appropriate blood work and lab tests, which may include:

• Complete blood count
• Blood chemistry panels (to assess organ health)
• Heartworm test
• Fecal exam (to check for intestinal parasites)
• Urinalysis (to evaluate kidney function)

These tests help us detect any underlying health issues and ensure your pet stays in optimal condition.