Since the life span of a dog or cat is only a fraction of your own, a yearly wellness exam is crucial to preventive health care. Early diagnosis of health issues can lead to a longer and happier life for your pet. A thorough physical examination, vaccinations, and internal parasite checks are part of most well-pet visits.
Based on the veterinarian’s findings, recommendations are given to improve your pet’s health. We make recommendations for:
- Nutrition for optimal weight and body condition
- Parasite control including selection of the best product for your pet’s needs
- Minor behavioral concerns
- Specific therapies for problems found during the exam
Older pets often benefit from more in-depth wellness testing, which may include sampling for cell counts, and blood chemistries to assess the function of internal organs such as liver and kidneys; or endocrine functions such as thyroid. Urinalysis is usually included as a simple yet very informative test.
"I took my beloved dog Gucci in to visit Dr. Heekin and her staff today. I was nervous about taking him to a new doctor as I am new to the area. Dr. Heekin and her staff were kind, thorough, compassionate and took all of the time I needed to answer my questions and to treat and assess my family member, as if he were her own. They worked my pet in without a moments notice and gave him all the time and care that I have never experienced from any veterinarian in the last 47 years. I would recommend Heekin Animal Hospital to any pet owner looking for top notch care with love. Thank God for Dr. Heekin and her staff!" - Saundra