Annual Physical Exam
ANNUAL PHYSICAL EXAMS ARE IMPORTANT TO MAINTAINING HEALTH AND WELLNESS
All pets should be seen at least once a year by a Veterinarian. Even when there are no apparent health concerns?
Yes, here are 3 reasons:
Yes, here are 3 reasons:
1. Deworming should be done at least twice a year. Deworming is often recommended more frequently depending on the lifestyle, travel history and other risk factors unique to your pet. Control of other parasites, such as fleas, ticks, heartworm and lice, is also recommended and can be discussed with your Veterinarian.
2. Physical exams help to ensure systemic health and prevent disease. Objective measurements, such as weight and heart rate, may reflect change that is not apparent when you look at your pet every day. These changes are very important and help diagnose health problems early. This results in the most effective treatment leading to longer, healthier life of your pet. The same as people, the needs of pets change as they age. It is important to address these changes.
3. Maintaining a Vet-Client-Patient relationship with your Veterinarian. By law, in order to give medical advice and prescribe medication for a patient, the Veterinarian needs to have seen the patient within the last year.
