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once a year. We get a good physical
exam, check out our weight ( ugh! ), our vital signs, and age appropriate lab
work. We know this is necessary for our
overall health. We want to be sure to catch
any illness or disorder early so it can be treated. Makes complete sense right? So doesn’t it make sense that a yearly
wellness exam is just as important for your pets? </i><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">Your pet’s “annual visit” is
about so much more than vaccines. During
a physical exam your veterinarian can find skin issues, growths, weight
changes, and dental disease~ things that can easily go undetected at home. Finding illnesses in the early stages allows
for treatment to begin sooner often saving lives and money. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">Dental disease is probably
the most common abnormality diagnosed during a physical exam. 80% of dogs and 70% of cats have periodontal
disease by the age of 3. If left
untreated, it can decrease life expectancy up to 20%. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">While the physical exam
allows us to see the outside of your pet, annual lab work gives us a “picture”
of the inside. This is especially
important for our senior pets. Even the
simplest thing like a little weight loss can indicate illness. Age appropriate lab work and a urinalysis allows
your veterinarian to ensure the kidneys, liver, thyroid, and heart, and other
internal organs are functioning as they should.
Since our pets can’t talk and tell us when something is wrong, yearly
lab work can save us time and money in the long run. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">Checking for internal and
external parasites yearly is essential. Internal parasites are fairly common and can
be contracted anywhere~dog parks, while out on a walk, the beach, and even by
drinking contaminated water. Testing
your pet annually and treating as needed will keep your pet healthy and
eliminate the risk of your family members from being infected as well. Heartworms affect more than just the heart
and are easily prevented. Annual testing
is recommended by the AVMA and is done with a simple blood draw. We recommend Proheart 6, a twice yearly
injection, for year-round prevention for your companion. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">This is also the perfect
time to ask any questions, discuss diet, behavioral issues, flea control, or
anything that comes to mind. </span></div>
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exams are one of the most important
things we can do for our pets to help ensure a longer, healthier, life. </span></i></span></div>
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<i><span style="color: #990000;"><o:p> <b><span style="font-size: small;">D</span></b></o:p><b><span style="font-size: small;">ental health is extremely important for the overall
health of your furry family members- going far past just oral hygiene. Think of
all the chewing, licking, and eating your pet does. Is your pet’s dental
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By three years of age, 70% of cats and 80% of dogs have some
form of periodontal disease. Periodontal
disease is an infection caused by plaque bacteria. If left untreated, it can cause serious
illness in your pet. Heart, kidney,
liver and chronic inflammatory diseases have all been attributed periodontal
disease. Other medical problems such as
chronic sneezing (oronasal fistulas), jaw fractures, eye problems, and oral
cancer, can be detected with regular dental cleanings allowing for treatment to
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You are probably already familiar with your dog’s mouth and
breath from the daily welcome home kisses. Be on the lookout for any particularly
offensive odor or discoloration of the teeth or gums. Keep your eyes open for any changes in eating
habits, chewing, or salivating. These could
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“Flip the lip”….If you see calculus along with red, inflamed
gums, it’s time to have the teeth cleaned.
Sniff….If you smell “bad breath”, you can be reasonably certain your
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<b><span style="color: #660000; font-size: 14.0pt;"><i>Be an advocate for your pet and seek<br />
dental care to keep your furry companions healthy and happy!<o:p></o:p></i></span></b></div>
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Mild gum swelling and inflammation<br />
Some plaque and tarter buildup</div>
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Severe tarter and calculus buildup<br />
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Chronic infection destroying the gums, teeth and bone<br />
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