Keeping your pet healthy and happy starts with regular preventive care. At our veterinary clinic, we provide comprehensive preventive care for cats, dogs, farm animals, and pocket pets & small mammals. Because every pet deserves personalized, lifelong care.
Routine veterinary checkups are one of the most important ways you can support your pet’s long-term health. These visits help us monitor your pet’s overall health, catch potential problems early, and build a lasting, trusting relationship with you and your pet.
Even if your pet seems perfectly healthy, annual (or even semi-annual) wellness exams allow us to:
Your pet’s wellness visit includes a comprehensive physical assessment and discussion about their lifestyle. Our goal is to keep your pet feeling their best and prevent future health issues.
A typical exam may include:
We also welcome any questions you have about your pet’s behavior, nutrition, or overall well-being.
From playful kittens to wise senior companions, your cat deserves dedicated care at every stage of life. Our wellness programs are designed to support your cat’s health, detect issues early, and ensure they live a comfortable, enriched life indoors or out.
Vaccines are tailored to your cat’s age, lifestyle, and risk exposure—especially if they go outdoors or live in multi-pet homes. Here’s a general guideline for vaccine recommendations:
| Vaccine | Reason | Schedule |
|---|---|---|
| FVRCP (Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis, Calicivirus, Panleukopenia/Feline Distemper) | Protects against highly contagious, potentially life-threatening respiratory and GI viruses. | Start at 6–8 weeks; boosters every 3–4 weeks until 16–20 weeks. Boost at 1 year, then every 1–3 years. |
| Rabies | Protects against a fatal disease that’s transmissible to humans; required by law in most areas. | First dose between 12–16 weeks; booster at 1 year, then every 1–3 years depending on local law and vaccine type. |
| Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV) | Prevents a contagious and often fatal virus; especially important for kittens and outdoor cats. | First dose at 8–12 weeks; booster in 3–4 weeks, then annually for at-risk cats. |
| Chlamydia (Chlamydophila felis) | Helps prevent conjunctivitis and upper respiratory issues in multi-cat environments. | Often included in FVRCP combo or given separately. Typically requires boosters; frequency depends on risk. |
We’ll work with you to determine the right vaccines for your cat based on their environment, lifestyle, and medical history.
Welcoming a new kitten? The first few months are full of learning, growing, and cuddles—but also important medical care. Our kitten wellness care helps lay the groundwork for lifelong health by combining expert veterinary support with education and early protection.
During your kitten’s visits, we’ll cover:
Kittens are vulnerable to parasites and contagious diseases, many of which are preventable through timely vaccination. Some parasites can also be transmitted to people (zoonotic), so early treatment helps protect your whole household.
We recommend scheduling your kitten’s first exam as soon as possible so we can begin vaccinations and care right away.
Even if your adult cat seems healthy, annual wellness exams are vital. Cats are naturally stoic and can hide signs of illness until a condition is advanced. With routine checkups, we can catch issues early and keep your cat’s care up to date.
During an adult cat wellness visit, we’ll:
We may also recommend baseline bloodwork and dental care, depending on your cat’s health and age. Our goal is to keep your cat feeling their best and prevent issues before they start.
Cats are considered seniors around 8 years of age, though some may experience age-related changes sooner. Our senior wellness services provide extra care, more frequent checkups, and deeper insight into how your cat is aging—so we can act quickly if something’s not right.
With senior cats, we focus on:
We’ll start with a baseline exam and diagnostics so we can track any changes over time. And if you’ve noticed any shifts in behavior, appetite, or mobility, let us know—early intervention makes a big difference.
Your dog’s health journey starts the moment you welcome them into your home—and continues through every stage of life. At our clinic, we’re here to provide personalized, preventive care for puppies, adult dogs, and senior companions, ensuring your dog stays happy, active, and thriving for years to come.
Vaccinations are a key part of preventive care. Based on your dog’s age, lifestyle, and risk factors, we’ll create a vaccine schedule that keeps them safe and protected.
| Vaccine | Type | Schedule |
|---|---|---|
| Bordetella (Kennel Cough) | Core | Start at 8 weeks; booster every 6–12 months, based on lifestyle |
| DHPP (Distemper, Hepatitis, Parainfluenza, Parvovirus) | Core | Start at 6–8 weeks, boosters every 3 weeks until 16 weeks; booster at 1 year, then every 3 years |
| Rabies | Core | First dose at 16 weeks; booster at 1 year, then every 1–3 years per local laws |
| Leptospirosis | Core in high-risk areas | Start at 8 weeks; booster in 3–4 weeks, then annually |
| Lyme Disease | Non-core | Start at 12 weeks; booster at 15 weeks; then annually if risk is present |
Not sure which vaccines your dog needs? We’ll discuss your dog’s environment, travel, social exposure, and overall health to make recommendations tailored to their lifestyle.
The first few months of your puppy’s life are full of growth, learning, and exploration. Our puppy wellness program is designed to support this critical development phase and help your puppy build a healthy foundation for life.
During your puppy’s wellness visits, we’ll guide you through:
Puppies are especially vulnerable to parasites and diseases, so timely vaccinations and parasite control are essential—not only for your pup’s safety but for your family’s health too. Many intestinal parasites are zoonotic, meaning they can be passed from pets to people.
We recommend bringing your puppy in for their first exam as soon as possible. The earlier we begin care, the better we can protect your pup’s health.
As your puppy grows into adulthood, routine veterinary care becomes just as important. Dogs are experts at hiding signs of illness, which means annual exams help us spot subtle changes early—before they develop into something more serious.
During your adult dog’s annual wellness visit, we’ll:
We’ll also monitor for early signs of chronic conditions like arthritis, allergies, diabetes, or heart disease—conditions that are more manageable with early intervention.
As dogs age, their needs evolve. Our senior wellness care helps you navigate your dog’s golden years with confidence and compassion. Smaller dogs are generally considered seniors around 7 years old; larger breeds may reach senior status sooner.
Senior dogs benefit from more frequent exams (every 6 months) so we can:
We’ll also conduct baseline diagnostic testing to track changes over time and tailor care to your dog’s unique needs.
Routine wellness care is vital for maintaining the health, productivity, and longevity of farm animals—including cattle, goats, and sheep. These animals may serve as companions, production animals, or breeding stock, and their health needs vary by species, age, and purpose.
We recommend regular veterinary wellness exams at least once per year, with more frequent visits for animals in breeding programs, herd outbreaks, or under intensive management. These visits provide an opportunity to:
Newborns, Kids, and Lambs: Colostrum intake is vital within the first 24 hours. Early-life vaccines may begin around 4–8 weeks, depending on maternal antibody levels. Monitor for congenital issues, diarrhea, and navel infections.
Growing Young Stock: Monitor weight gain, deworm regularly, and administer core vaccinations. Castration and disbudding may occur in this stage.
Breeding Adults: Focus on reproductive health, parasite control, nutritional support, and vaccinations that protect against diseases affecting fertility, pregnancy, and offspring viability.
Seniors: Older animals require monitoring for chronic conditions like arthritis, weight loss, dental wear, or metabolic issues. Disease resistance may decline, so vaccination and nutrition plans may need adjustments.
Vaccination recommendations vary slightly between sheep and goats, but these core vaccines are commonly recommended across species to prevent serious, often fatal diseases.
Additional non-core vaccines are based on your farm animal’s location, lifestyle, and level of exposure. These vaccines could include:
Please contact us in advance to see if we can accommodate your farm animal and their specific care needs.
Small mammals—including pocket pets like guinea pigs, hamsters, rats, mice, and sugar gliders—require specialized care to stay healthy. Though small in size, these pets have unique medical and husbandry needs that benefit from regular veterinary attention.
General care for small mammals, pocket pets, and rabbits includes:
Rabbits are prone to dental problems and digestive issues, both of which can develop quickly and become serious without early detection. Regular veterinary exams help monitor for these conditions and offer guidance on diet, housing, and stress reduction. In some cases, we may recommend vaccination against Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Virus (RHDV), depending on regional outbreaks.
Ferrets have unique needs and benefit from routine wellness care to monitor for common conditions such as adrenal disease and insulinomas. They also require vaccinations—most notably for rabies and canine distemper—along with annual exams and age-appropriate diagnostics.
While most small mammals and pocket pets don’t need vaccines, ongoing veterinary care supports their quality of life by helping catch health concerns early and fine-tuning their care environment.
Please contact us in advance to see if we can accommodate your pocket pet and their specific care needs.
Choosing our hospital means choosing a team that treats your pet like family. We’re here to support your pet’s health at every stage of life—whether it’s their first checkup or a visit during their senior years. Let’s work together to ensure your furry, scaly, feathery, or hooved friend lives a long, joyful, and healthy life.
Contact us today to schedule a wellness exam for your pet!
We recommend most pets receive a wellness exam every 6 months when they are healthy to catch early signs of illness before they become serious and to ensure they stay up to date on preventive care, keeping them healthier and happier for longer. Regular checkups also allow our veterinarians to tailor recommendations based on changes in a pet’s age, lifestyle, or environment.
A wellness exam is a routine checkup focused on preventive care and early detection in healthy pets, while a sick exam addresses specific symptoms or concerns when our pets are not feeling well.
Preventive care is essential for pets because it helps detect health issues early, supports a longer, healthier life, and reduces the risk of serious illness.
Flea, tick, and heartworm preventatives are available during the exam. Your pet’s veterinarian will recommend the most appropriate option based on your pet’s health and lifestyle.
Wellness exams for senior pets often include additional diagnostics, such as bloodwork or imaging, to help detect age-related conditions that may not show obvious signs. Unlike younger pets, seniors are more likely to hide symptoms, making early detection through testing especially important.
We believe every pet deserves top-notch care—and that cost shouldn’t stand in the way. That’s why we offer flexible payment options to help you plan and pay for your pet’s care with confidence. Click the button below to learn more about how we handle payments and pet insurance at our hospital.
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