Is Your Pet Overdue for a Vet Visit? Start the Year with a Checkup
If your pet’s annual vet checkup got lost amid the hustle and bustle of the holidays, now is the perfect time to schedule a vet visit and start the new year off on the right paw! At Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital, our team is dedicated to supporting the health and longevity of your pets all year long, and in this blog, we take a closer look at some of the reasons why preventive pet care should top your list of New Year’s resolutions.
Preventive Pet Care Promotes Ongoing Health
Your pet’s yearly pet checkup includes the administration of core vaccines that protect your pet against serious illnesses like rabies, canine parvo, and feline leukemia. Plus, we’ll make recommendations regarding lifestyle vaccines based on your pet’s risk factors, and we’ll talk about preventive treatments for parasites like fleas, ticks, and heartworms.
Early Detection is Key
Bloodwork and other diagnostics at your pet’s annual vet checkup help us identify diseases like diabetes, heart disease, and cancer in the early stages when treatments can be more effective and before your pet becomes seriously ill.
The Unbearable Weight of Pet Obesity
Another key component of every pet checkup is getting your pet’s accurate weight. By tracking fluctuations in weight over time, we can spot upward trends that can lead to pet obesity. For other pets, a downward trend in weight can point toward the presence of an underlying health condition such as diabetes.
Dental Health to Protect Your Pet’s Pearly Whites
At every pet wellness exam, we thoroughly examine the inside of your pet’s mouth to check for signs of gum disease or unusual lumps and bumps. If a professional dental cleaning under anesthesia is warranted, we will let you know.
Behavioral Guidance
Has your cat or dog been displaying any unusual behavior, such as acting withdrawn, showing aggression, or not playing as much as usual? We can help you get to the bottom of your pet’s behavioral changes and provide suggestions for treatment.
Nutritional Support
Your pet’s nutritional needs will change over the course of his or life, and we can help tailor a nutritious pet diet that’s appropriate for your pet’s age, lifestyle, and physical health.
Contact Us to Schedule Your Pet’s Veterinary Visit
If an overdue vet visit has you concerned, we’ve got it covered! Contact us at (916) 624-7387 to get your pet health check on the calendar. From all your friends at Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital, cheers to the new year and to your pet’s ongoing good health!