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Every pet needs to see the veterinarian at least once a year. Pets are good at hiding their problems from us. They can't tell us when something is bothering them, especially if the problem is mild. Preventive medicine is the key to keeping our pets as happy and healthy as possible.
Before administering annual vaccinations, the veterinarian will always perform a physical examination. Vaccines are designed to stimulate the immune system. Only completely healthy pets should be vaccinated. It is our duty to ensure the health of every pet we vaccinate prior to administering immunologic agents. Vaccines are a necessary part of pet care to keep both animals and humans healthy. Diseases like Leptospirosis and Rabies can be transmitted between pets, wildlife and humans, and are potentially life-threatening.
For young, healthy pets, a visit to the veterinarian is peace of mind. Assuring everything is progressing normally, scheduling a dental cleaning or ear cleaning as necessary, and doing any scheduled vaccinations, fecal or blood tests detects and prevents problems before they become serious. Early diagnosis and treatment is key to maintaining optimal pet health.
Dental disease, ear and skin problems, obesity, heart murmurs and lumps and bumps are all common examples of findings during annual checkups. Schedule your annual examination with the veterinarian to keep your pet on-track with his or her preventive care plan.
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