Responsible pet owners take their pets for vaccinations and a check-up when the animals are young. Unless the pet is one you are planning to breed, specifically, you will probably also want to have the pet spayed or neutered as soon as they are sexually mature. But beyond these initial veterinarian visits, responsible pet owners should seriously consider annual exams for their pets as well. Many people only take their adult pets to a vet if they become ill. But an annual wellness check with your veterinarian can make a big difference in your pet’s chances of becoming sick.
Even Inside Pets Need Regular Check-ups
Regular check-ups are important even if a pet isn’t allowed to go outside. Not all animal illnesses are airborne or contagious. Inside pets can become ill, too.
Yearly Check-ups can Protect Your Pet
Animals can get illnesses that are degenerative and slowly debilitate and / or rapidly age your pet. Annual wellness exams can watch a variety of elements to help keep your pet healthy and / or catch minor problems early before they become major problems. The sooner your veterinarian catches problems the better your pet’s chance of recovery. Those who wait for signs of illness often don’t notice until their pet is quite ill. Animals often try to hide their weaknesses, especially pack animals like a dog, and because your pet can’t communicate the way a person can, it’s easy to miss problems that indicate an illness. Your vet is trained and experienced and he or she knows the signs to watch for as well as has the ability to check internally via x-ray, ultrasound, blood tests, and other examination methods.
Wellness exams can help you address small concerns and your vet can ensure that common problems for specific pet breeds are carefully watched. Some dog breeds are known for hip problems, for example. Being proactive by having your pet examined regularly can help ensure pain and mobility issues are minimized.
Wellness exams can help indoor as well as outdoor pets avoid parasites, avoid becoming overweight, and can help avoid common problems seen in pets that don’t have regular veterinary care. Talk to your local veterinarian about your concerns regarding your pet’s health and chances are that small things can be addressed promptly, minimizing the chance of these problems becoming bigger ones as well as exposing your beloved pet to unnecessary discomfort.
Visit All Creatures Hospital, Inc. if you are looking to make an appointment or a wellness exam for your pet with a skilled and caring veterinarian.
