{"id":366,"date":"2015-04-23T22:38:02","date_gmt":"2015-04-24T05:38:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rocklinranchvet.com\/blog\/?p=366"},"modified":"2024-07-25T04:47:46","modified_gmt":"2024-07-25T11:47:46","slug":"the-importance-of-regular-pet-wellness-exams","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rocklinranchvet.com\/blog\/the-importance-of-regular-pet-wellness-exams\/","title":{"rendered":"The Importance Of Regular Pet Wellness Exams"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"A<\/a>Apart from seeing your pet\u2019s sweet face, and hearing about his or her devotion, abilities, or antics once or twice a year, we truly value the time spent assessing your pet\u2019s health. We see your pet\u2019s regular wellness exam as an opportunity to finely tune the conversation between you and your pet\u2019s veterinarian, in order to support health, happiness, and longevity.<\/p>\n

Some pet owners wonder about the importance of wellness exams, especially if their pet is seemingly the same as the last time he or she was in for an exam. And, while we appreciate the old adage, \u201cif it ain\u2019t broke, don\u2019t fix it\u201d, there is so much to pet wellness than what is seen by the naked eye. The following offers a sketch of what we look for at regular pet wellness exams, and what you can observe at home.<\/p>\n

The Rundown On Pet Wellness<\/h3>\n

A commitment to routine pet wellness exams ensures that your pet receives preventive screenings that support long-term health. We can diagnose and treat potential conditions before they progress into serious health threats, resulting in expensive (and possibly painful or risky) emergency care<\/a>.<\/p>\n

What To Expect<\/h3>\n

When your pet comes in for a wellness appointment, we will first conduct a physical exam that includes evaluation of the eyes, ears, mouth, skin, coat, and abdomen. Beyond that, we will examine and recommend treatment for the following:<\/p>\n