Our wellness exams are extended appointments to ensure we always have time to learn about your pet and provide personalized care. Since dogs and cats instinctively hide illness and weakness to protect themselves, pet owners may miss subtle warning signs for common conditions such as arthritis, dental disease, weight loss, and vision changes. Annual wellness exams allow our veterinarians to identify small health changes before they become big concerns that cause your pet pain and potentially shorten their lifespan. Getting to know your pet helps us detect unseen shifts in their wellbeing, and predict potential health risks so we can ensure they live a long and healthy life.
- Thorough history — The veterinary technician will ask key questions about your pet’s recent health and behavior.Â
- Complete physical examination — After reviewing the history, one of our veterinarians performs a nose-to-tail assessment of your pet using gentle techniques.
- Review of findings — The veterinarian discusses the exam with you and describes their findings.
- Recommendations for further medical tests or treatment — Depending on their findings and your provided information, the veterinarian will outline potential next steps for your pet’s care, ranging from additional testing, to lifestyle changes, to medication.
