Annual exams can detect health issues before the onset of noticeable symptoms. During a preventative care exam, we’ll check your pet’s skin, coat, eyes, ears, heart, musculoskeletal system, and examine their physical health.

If we notice abnormalities or areas where we can improve your pet’s diet and lifestyle, our team will make recommendations for procedures, foods, medications, and more.

Heartworm disease is caused by a parasitic roundworm and can result in severe lung disease, heart failure, and other health complications. Heartworms can transmit from one animal to another. If left untreated, it is potentially fatal in dogs, cats, ferrets, and other small mammals.

Signs of heartworm disease in dogs include:

• Persistent dry cough
• Difficulty breathing
• Rapid breathing
• Lethargy
• Bulging chest
• Weight loss

Signs of heartworm disease in cats include:

• Difficulty breathing
• Rapid breathing
• Coughing or gagging
• Vomiting
• Lack of appetite or weight loss
• Coughing
• Fainting

We offer parasite control services and will work closely with you to provide your pet with the best options in preventative medications.

The more often you brush your pet’s teeth, the better. Like humans, daily brushing is ideal for dogs, cats, and other small animals. Taking care of your animal’s oral hygiene can be challenging; if ignored, bacteria growth can lead to plaque and tartar buildup, which can result in other health complications. Aim to brush your animal’s teeth at least once per week. You can also give them teeth cleaning treats in the meantime.

Good hygiene keeps your pet healthy and lowers their risk of infection and disease. Owners should aim to brush their animal’s fur every couple of days, or at least once per week. Be sure to check your pet’s skin and coat for abnormalities. Make regular bathing, nail clipping, hair trimming, and brushing teeth a part of your pet’s hygiene routine.