WELLNESS EXAMS

Comprehensive Wellness Exams

 

Regular wellness exams are the foundation of preventive care, allowing us to detect potential health concerns before they become serious. These exams are tailored to your pet’s age, breed, and lifestyle, ensuring a personalized approach to their well-being.

 

During a comprehensive nose-to-tail examination, we assess:

• Oral health – Checking for dental disease, gum inflammation, or oral masses.

• Eyes and vision – Screening for cataracts, infections, or early signs of diseases like glaucoma.

• Ears – Looking for infections, polyps, or excessive wax buildup.

• Nasal passages – Checking for discharge, obstructions, or signs of respiratory issues.

• Skin and coat – Evaluating for lumps, infections, parasites, or allergies.

• Heart and lungs – Listening for murmurs, arrhythmias, or abnormal lung sounds.

• Abdominal palpation – Feeling for abnormalities in organ size, tenderness, or hidden masses.

• Musculoskeletal system – Assessing for arthritis, joint pain, or mobility issues.

• Neurological function – Evaluating reflexes, coordination, and alertness.

 

In addition to this hands-on assessment, we often recommend diagnostic screenings such as:

• Bloodwork – Detecting organ dysfunction, metabolic conditions, infections, or anemia.

• Urinalysis – Assessing kidney function, hydration, and possible infections.

• X-rays and ultrasound – Providing internal imaging to catch hidden concerns, including tumors or organ abnormalities.

 

These diagnostic tools help us identify silent but serious conditions before they progress. For example, during a routine wellness exam, we discovered a spleen mass in a dog that showed no symptoms. If left undiagnosed, it could have grown and ruptured, leading to a life-threatening emergency. Thanks to early detection, we were able to intervene in time, preventing a critical situation.

 

By staying ahead of potential health issues, we help ensure your pet lives a longer, healthier, and happier life.