Life Stages and Wellness Care Recommendations

Dogs

Everyone knows that they need to have a physical exam annually, and sometimes more frequently as we grow older. Likewise, our pets need to be examined yearly to detect any hidden problems that may become more severe if undiagnosed. We want to ensure that your pet can be as healthy as possible for their age and lifestyle.

Annual Recommendations for Dogs

0 to 1 Year of Age

• Comprehensive Physical Exam
• Series of Vaccinations
• Heartworm Medication
• Deworming (two intervals)
• Avid Chip
• Spay and Neutering at 5 to 6 months
• Discussion of diet, socialization, behavior etc.

Adult Dogs (1-6 years)

• Comprehensive Physical Exam
• Immunizations
• Heartworm Test and Medication
• Deworming
• Dental Examination
• Blood Panel (CBC)
• Chemistry Panel
• Thyroid Panel
• Urinalysis

Senior Dogs (7+ years)

• All of the above plus:
• Discussion of Geriatric Issues
• Osteoarthritis Check
• Chest Radiograph
• EKG

Annual Recommendations for Cats

0-1 Year of Age

• Comprehensive Physical Exam
• Testing for Feline Leukemia and Feline Immunodeficiency Virus
• Series of Vaccinations
• Dewormings
• Avid Chip
• Discussion of diet, socialization, kitty behavior etc.
• Spay and Neutering at 5 to 6 months
• Declawing, if you choose, usually preformed with the spay or neuter procedure

Adult Cats (1-6 years)

• Comprehensive Physical Exam
• Immunizations
• Deworming
• Heartworm Test and Medication
• Dental Examination
• Baseline CBC and Chemistry Panel
• Urinalysis

Senior Cats (7+ years)

• All of the above plus:
• Discussion of Geriatric Issues
• Thyroid Panel
• Renal Disease Screen
• Osteoarthritis Check
• Chest Radiograph

The Importance of a Comprehensive Physical Exam
The physical exam is the most significant service that your veterinarian will provide because every diagnosis will begin here. The Doctor will check every aspect of your pet’s health including eyes, ears, teeth, skin and coat condition, joint mobility, and behavioral issues. The results from this exam will determine the course of action for your pet’s health care. We have many other services at our disposal, including the ability to perform bloodwork, ultrasound, radiographs, urinalysis etc. The physical exam allows the doctor the ability to determine which of the diagnostic tests would be most beneficial to further help with your pet’s course of healthcare.