Preventive Care for Pets

Why Preventive Care Matters

Preventative care consists of a combination of practices you can implement at home and services your veterinarian can provide to help prevent disease and increase the life of your beloved pet. By focusing on preventative care, you are taking an important step in keeping your friend healthy and happy for years to come.

Comprehensive Physical Examination
This head-to-toe examination includes, but is not limited to, temperature, weight, and the evaluation of the following:

• coat and skin
• eyes, ears, mouth, and teeth
• heart, lungs, and abdomen
• legs and paws

Vaccinations
Vaccines prevent diseases in your pets and reduce the risk of transmitting diseases to your family. We develop custom vaccine protocols based on your pet’s individual risk factors.

Parasite Prevention
Based on your pet’s lifestyle, we work with you to determine the best preventive treatment for your pet. Parasite prevention protects both your pet and your family from disease-carrying parasites.

Chemistry Profile and CBC
A blood chemistry profile, including electrolytes, provides information about your pet’s liver, kidneys, and pancreas as well as other functions of the body, such as blood sugar and hydration. A complete blood count (CBC) can identify infection, inflammation, and anemia.

Infectious Disease Screening
Identifies whether your pet has been exposed to parasitic diseases, such as tick-borne diseases, heartworm, or other infectious diseases.

Fecal Test
Check for intestinal parasites, which may live in your pet’s gastrointestinal tract. Since they are usually hidden from view, the only way to detect the presence of most intestinal parasites and identify them is by doing a fecal test.

Thyroid Function Test
A thyroid function test detects whether or not your pet’s thyroid gland is functioning properly. Thyroid disease is very common in older cats and dogs.

Complete urinalysis
Identifies an infection or inflammation in the urinary tract.