Wellness Exams
Wellness Exam Overview
At Floresta Animal Hospital, we are committed to accompanying your pet through the various stages of their life. From specialized preventive care during their younger years to routine wellness checks as they age, we strive to identify and address potential health issues before they arise. We understand the importance of your pet in your life, which is why we are dedicated to providing the highest quality of care at every stage of their journey.
The American Animal Hospital Association recommends that pets undergo a wellness examination at least annually, with increased frequency as they age. We believe in the value of preventive care and have developed wellness protocols tailored to each stage of your pet’s life, which includes the administration of vaccines and disease screenings as necessary.
Early detection and intervention of medical problems are essential in ensuring that your pet enjoys a long, healthy, and active life.
Why Are Wellness Exams Important?
- Wellness exams allow us to evaluate your pet’s overall health and establish a baseline for their unique physiological characteristics.
- These examinations enable early detection of potential health issues before they escalate, while also helping your pet become accustomed to our veterinary practice, easing future visits for both you and your animal.
Early detection and intervention of medical problems are essential in ensuring that your pet enjoys a long, healthy, and active life.
When Should My Pet Visit the Vet?
- We advocate for preventive medicine as the optimal strategy for maintaining our patients’ health. This encompasses annual wellness examinations, vaccinations administered on a yearly basis, prevention of external and internal parasites, and dietary management.
- Our veterinarian will work with you to determine the appropriate vaccinations based on your pet’s specific needs. We will provide detailed information on available options to help you make informed health decisions for your pet.
Early detection and intervention of medical problems are essential in ensuring that your pet enjoys a long, healthy, and active life.
How Do Wellness Exams Work?
- During a wellness exam, our veterinary team will begin by assessing your pet's vital signs. Our veterinarian will conduct a thorough examination from nose to tail and may perform diagnostic tests such as blood work, urinalysis, or intestinal parasite screening.
- Depending on your pet’s life stage, vaccines and disease screenings for conditions including heartworm, kidney and liver function, and blood disorders may also be administered.
- Wellness examinations do not necessarily involve complex or costly medical tests; rather, they serve as a proactive approach to prevent the onset of significant health issues. These visits allow us to document baseline values, including temperature, body condition, and laboratory results, when your pet is healthy, enabling us to provide better care in the event of illness or emergencies.
- A dental health assessment and weight check are integral components of the wellness exam, as they can reveal potential issues that may progress rapidly, impacting your pet's overall health.
Early detection and intervention of medical problems are essential in ensuring that your pet enjoys a long, healthy, and active life.