WELLNESS

WHY BLOODWORK?

Blood work and urinalysis are recommended at least once a year for many  reasons.  Depending on a pet's medical problem we may do blood work and  urine every few months. Vets can use baseline values to determine if a  problem is lurking and start treatment.  A pet may look and act  perfectly healthy, but lab work may tell a vet something different.   Many problems, if detected early and before the pet is showing clinical  signs, may be treated more effectively.   If sick, lab work results can  be compared to previous results to hopefully determine the problem.  Blood work also tells vets what medicines to or to not give and what  anesthesia to or to not use.  Why is Preanesthetic Blood work Necessary? Wellness testing in DOGS...Wellness Testing in Cats  Can Testing Uncover Hidden Health Problems in DOGS and CATS? How can you understand Blood work and Urine? What are the common questions you may have? 

YOUR PET'S HEALTH

Why are Fecals are recommended every 4-12 mos depending on age and lifestyle.
What are the Preventive Healthcare Guidelines for Dogs and Cats?
Obtaining a Urine Sample Made Easy: DOGS
What we are looking for on a Physical Exam-the basics
Importance of wellness exams
8 cat diseases you can prevent with vaccination and deworming
12 dog diseases you can combat with vaccination and deworming 

Wellness FAQ

AGE-IT'S JUST A NUMBER

Age Chart for Cats and Dogs
How to Determine a CAT or DOG's Age
Feline Life Stage Guidelines-2021 AAHA/AAFP
Canine Life Stage Guidelines 2019

Muscle Condition Score Chart:DOG

Muscle Condition Score Chart:CAT

Body Condition Score Chart:DOG

Body Condition Score Chart:CAT