Bringing your pet in for an annual diagnostic and wellness checkup 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 future 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 quicker 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 full body physical assessment, checking your dog or cat from nose to tail. We will also make sure your pet receives appropriate vaccinations and preventives. We may also suggest a diagnostic workup. This can include blood, fecal, and urine tests to check for parasites and underlying diseases. We may also recommend that your pet receive dental care depending on the oral exam.
As your pet ages, it will become increasingly important to come for regular check ups. This will enable us to know what is normal for your pet and keep track of any changes. If you have noticed any recent changes or you have any other concerns, please contact us today for a check up.