Routine wellness exams and diagnostic testing are crucial to maintaining your dog’s health, particularly as they age. Annual checkups help us confirm your dog is in good health or identify early signs of illness before symptoms become noticeable. Early detection is essential for more effective treatment, improved outcomes, and reduced long-term medical costs.
Dogs are skilled at masking discomfort, and many health issues, such as arthritis, heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and organ dysfunction, develop gradually without clear signs. As your dog ages, it becomes increasingly important to stay on top of their health. To support your dog through all stages of life, we recommend:
- Annual wellness exams for all adult dogs, including comprehensive bloodwork, urine testing, and fecal screening to detect any underlying health issues.
- Exams every 6 months for senior dogs (age 7 and older), as older dogs are at greater risk for age-related conditions. More frequent visits allow us to track changes over time and intervene early when needed.
- Annual heartworm testing to monitor for this serious, preventable disease transmitted by mosquitoes. Regular testing helps us catch it early before it causes severe damage.
- Year-round heartworm prevention to protect your dog from this potentially fatal disease.
Additionally, we offer a range of flea and tick prevention products tailored to your dog’s lifestyle—whether they’re active outdoors or spend more time inside. We’ll help you find the right preventive care plan to ensure your dog stays healthy and protected throughout the year.
By staying proactive with regular exams and diagnostics, you’re helping your dog live a longer, healthier life. Let’s work together to keep your dog feeling their best at every stage of life.
