Wellness Care/Checkups

Annual Wellness/Health Checkups

When your pet gets their annual wellness checkup, here’s what you can expect. First, your pet will be checked over in a general way that starts with a physical examination. This is done to help catch any potential obvious problems, such as deformities, growths, areas of pain or discomfort, or motility issues. During the visit, you’ll discuss your pet’s health at home, and you’ll have the opportunity to convey anything that may be concerning you, such as changes in behavior or appetite, or anything else that’s changed since the last visit. Your vet will also ask you specific questions in order to highlight common potential issues, as well as to get a better sense of the animal’s lifestyle at home. Next, your pet’s file will be carefully reviewed to ensure that all preventative treatments and any local government-mandated animal treatments are brought up to date during the annual wellness checkup. These may include things like:

• Parasite control treatments

Wellness Checkups for Special Situations

Consistent wellness checkups are also crucial for pets that fall into special categories, such as aging pets and relatively newborns, like puppies and kittens.

Puppy and Kitten Care

At a minimum, you should strive to have your new puppy or kitten get a visit when they are about eight weeks of age. Early wellness checkups can reveal health conditions you should be aware of, as well as to build a baseline of health that can be used throughout your new pet’s life. In addition, if you’re a new pet owner, you can receive valuable advice and tips on caring for your young pet, such as tooth brushing techniques and parasite control. These are just some of the many services and treatment options available during routine veterinary wellness checkups at All Creatures Veterinary Center. We are dedicated to providing the most advanced care for your pet in Newhall, and we can’t wait to be a part of your pet’s whole life health!