An annual diagnostic and wellness checkup can help reassure you that your dog or cat is healthy and help us detect emerging 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 of pain or illness, so subtle changes in their health or behaviour may be easy to overlook. Sometimes, there are no visible external cues that there is a cause for medical intervention.
Dogs and cats age faster than humans, and annual wellness visits are crucial to help detect disease processes before they become advanced. Our doctors will be monitoring your pet for signs of arthritis, cancer, diabetes, heart disease, hormonal disorders, and kidney and liver problems, all of which increase with age.
During your pet’s wellness exam, we will perform a physical assessment, evaluating 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. We may also recommend that your pet receive dental care.
Please let us know if you’ve noticed any physical or behavioral changes in your pet, have questions about our adult wellness exams, or have any other concerns. Call us today to schedule your pet’s exam!
