How to Keep Your Pet Healthy with Preventive Care
When it comes to optimal health and wellness for your pets, preventive care is a gold mine. Preventive pet care helps you keep your pets as healthy as possible for as long as possible so you can enjoy your lives together. Keep reading to learn more about preventive care and what it can do for your pet:
Spot Health Issues Early
One of the biggest benefits of getting your pet routine preventive care is the ability to spot any potential health issues early. When the vet sees your pet each year for an annual wellness exam, she can create a baseline of health. This baseline serves as a point for comparison in the future, which makes it easy to tell when something looks a little off with your pet’s health. Learning about any potential health issues early gives the veterinarian the best chance to successfully treat them.
Keep Up with Pet Vaccinations
Pet vaccinations are the cornerstone of preventive care. They help your pets build immunity to some of the most common (and preventable) diseases. The veterinarian will work with you to determine which vaccines are necessary for your pet’s age and lifestyle, so they only receive those that will be beneficial for his or her health.
Review Blood Tests and Fecal Exams
Regular vet checkups give the medical team a chance to review important data pertaining to your pet’s overall health. Routine checks like blood tests and fecal exams provide a lot of information about what’s going on internally to ensure your pet is healthy from the inside out.
Receive Monthly Preventives
Parasite prevention is another important element of pet health. Preventing fleas, ticks, and heartworms keeps your pets safe from skin issues and serious diseases. A simple monthly preventive can protect your pet’s long-term health. Talk to your veterinarian about a monthly preventive at your next wellness visit.
At PetSmart Veterinary Services – Alpharetta, we prioritize preventive care to ensure our pet patients start off life on the right paw. We utilize fear free practices to provide a safe and comfortable environment for pets at every visit. Call (770) 759-0692 to schedule your pet’s next preventive appointment.