Overview

A wellness exam is provided for healthy pets, usually on an annual or semi-annual basis. A thorough physical exam will be performed and any problems will be addressed at that time. Vaccinations will be discussed and a vaccination protocol will be tailored for your individual pet & his/her lifestyle.

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Medical Exams

If your pet is not feeling well or if you have a medical concern, please set up an appointment for a medical exam with one of our veterinarians. Our veterinarians will provide your pet with a thorough examination for a variety of problems.

Why are wellness exams important?

Wellness exams give us a chance to evaluate the overall health of your pet while also giving us a baseline for their own unique bodies and tendencies. They also allow us to detect potential problems before they become serious, and even make your pet more familiar with our veterinary hospital, making future visits easier on them and you.

When should my pet visit the vet?

We believe in preventative medicine as the best approach to keeping our patients healthy. This includes annual wellness examinations, vaccinations on a one- or three-year basis, external and internal parasite prevention, and dietary management. Our doctors will help determine what vaccinations are appropriate according to you and your pet’s needs. We will discuss in detail what your options are to help you make the best possible health decisions for your pet.

How do wellness exams work?

During a wellness exam, our veterinary team will start out by taking your pet's vital signs. Our veterinarian will perform a comprehensive examination of your pet from nose to tail and may also perform diagnostic tests such as blood work, urinalysis, or intestinal parasite tests. Depending on your pet’s life stage, vaccines may be administered, as well as disease screenings for heartworm, kidney, liver, blood disorders, and more.

Wellness examinations do not necessarily mean that your pet is going to be subjected to complicated or costly medical tests and treatments. This allows us to prevent major health issues from developing undetected and gives us the opportunity to analyze and record baseline values such as temperature, body condition, and lab work. We measure these when your pet is healthy in order to provide better care in the event of illness or emergency. A dental health exam and a weight check are always important parts of a wellness exam, and may indicate problems that can progress rapidly and have significant impact on your pet's overall health.

Early detection and correction of medical problems will help to ensure that your pet will live a long, healthy, and active life.

Puppy & Kitten Socialization Visits

Technician appointments for kittens, puppies, or any pet who is new to our practice

• Acclimate your pet to veterinary visits, exams, and treatments. We make these appointments FUN so your kitten or puppy learns to LOVE visiting us!

• Discuss training concerns you may have

• Practice trimming nails

Counter-conditioning Technician Appointments

For pets who fear or dislike the vet or certain treatments

• Nail trims

• Blood draws

• Exams & handling

• Ear cleaning

Practice modern, humane training methods to gradually “reprogram” the pet’s emotional & behavioral reaction to the event that he finds unpleasant or frightening. Please visit our Pet Behavior Center for more information on pet behavior.