Regular Wellness Checks
A wellness examination is a routine medical examination of a dog who appears healthy, as opposed to an examination of a dog who is ill. A wellness examination may also be called a “check-up” or a “physical examination”. The focus of a wellness examination is to make sure your dog is as healthy as possible.
Pets age faster than people. It is a popular misconception that one calendar year equals seven years in a dog's life. In fact, in one calendar year, a dog may age the equivalent of 4 to 15 years in a human's life. The reason for this dramatic difference is that puppies reach maturity very quickly and are essentially teenagers or young adults by one year of age; therefore, they are considered equivalent to a 15-year-old by their first birthday.
During the second year, the rate of aging slows down a little so that the average dog will be the equivalent of a 24- or 25-year-old by their second birthday. After that, the rate of aging is estimated to be 4-5 dog years per calendar year, depending on the size and breed. Additionally, large breed dogs age more quickly than small breed dogs. By the time your dog reaches their sixth birthday, they will either be middle-aged (if a small or medium breed dog) or senior (if a large breed dog). Dogs are considered geriatric when they surpass their average breed life expectancy.
Your veterinarian is in the best position to recommend how often your dog should have a wellness examination based on his breed, health status, and lifestyle.
during a wellness examination?
During a routine wellness examination, your veterinarian will ask you questions about your dog's diet, exercise, how much they’re drinking, breathing, behavior, habits, elimination patterns (i.e., bowel movements and urination), lifestyle, and general health. Your veterinarian will also perform a physical examination of your dog.
Based on your pet's history and physical examination, your veterinarian will then make recommendations for specific preventive medicine treatments. These may include vaccination, parasite control (including preventive treatments for fleas, ticks, intestinal parasites, and heartworm), nutrition, skin and coat care, joint health, weight management, or dental care.
In addition, your veterinarian will discuss your dog's individual circumstances and decide whether any other life-stage or lifestyle recommendations are appropriate.
Preventative care is key to maintaining your pet's long-term health. Our consultations include discussions on
Vaccinations
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Nutritional advice
For optimal pet health, ensure a balanced diet with high-quality food, fresh water, and appropriate portion sizes, while consulting with your veterinarian .
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Parasite control
To ensure your pet's health, implement a comprehensive parasite control plan encompassing regular preventative treatments.
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Dental care
Dental health is a very important part of your pet's overall health, and dental problems can cause, or be caused by, other health problems.
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Regular wellness checks
Regular wellness checks for pets, ideally at least twice a year, are crucial for early disease detection and maintaining overall health.
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Diagnostic Services
Along with helping to diagnose specific conditions, blood work is also a part of routine diagnostics to monitor your pet's overall health.
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