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If your pet\u2019s 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<\/a>, 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<\/a> should top your list of New Year\u2019s resolutions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Preventive Pet Care Promotes Ongoing Health<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Your pet\u2019s yearly pet checkup<\/a> includes the administration of core vaccines<\/a> that protect your pet against serious illnesses like rabies, canine parvo, and feline leukemia. Plus, we\u2019ll make recommendations regarding lifestyle vaccines based on your pet\u2019s risk factors, and we\u2019ll talk about preventive treatments for parasites like fleas, ticks, and heartworms<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Early Detection is Key<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bloodwork and other diagnostics at your pet\u2019s annual vet checkup help us identify diseases like diabetes<\/a>, heart disease, and cancer in the early stages when treatments can be more effective and before your pet becomes seriously ill.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Unbearable Weight of Pet Obesity<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Another key component of every pet checkup is getting your pet\u2019s accurate weight. By tracking fluctuations in weight over time, we can spot upward trends that can lead to pet obesity<\/a>. For other pets, a downward trend in weight can point toward the presence of an underlying health condition such as diabetes<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dental Health to Protect Your Pet\u2019s Pearly Whites<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At every pet wellness exam, we thoroughly examine the inside of your pet\u2019s mouth to check for signs of gum disease<\/a> or unusual lumps and bumps. If a professional dental cleaning under anesthesia is warranted, we will let you know.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Behavioral Guidance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Has your cat or dog been displaying any unusual behavior, such as acting withdrawn, showing aggression, or not playing as much as usual?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\u2019s behavioral changes<\/a> and provide suggestions for treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nutritional Support<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Your pet\u2019s nutritional needs will change over the course of his or life, and we can help tailor a nutritious pet diet<\/a> that\u2019s appropriate for your pet\u2019s age, lifestyle, and physical health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Contact Us to Schedule Your Pet\u2019s Veterinary Visit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If an overdue vet visit has you concerned, we\u2019ve got it covered! Contact us at (916) 624-7387<\/a> to get your pet health check<\/a> on the calendar. From all your friends at Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital, cheers to the new year and to your pet\u2019s ongoing good health!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

If your pet\u2019s 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 […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[1113,1106,1111,1109,1110,1114,1112,1107,1108],"class_list":["post-2936","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-news-events","tag-annual-vet-checkup","tag-overdue-vet-visit","tag-pet-checkup","tag-pet-health-check","tag-pet-wellness-exam","tag-preventive-pet-care","tag-schedule-a-vet-visit","tag-veterinary-visit","tag-yearly-pet-checkup"],"yoast_head":"\nOverdue for a Vet Visit? 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