Regular wellness exams are the foundation of your pet’s long-term health and happiness. At Winslow Park Animal Hospital, we recommend annual physical exams for all dogs and cats, with more frequent visits as your pet enters their senior years. These comprehensive exams, combined with proper vaccinations, diagnostics, parasite prevention, and microchipping, help us keep your pets safe, happy, and healthy throughout their lives.
Why Pet Wellness Exams Matter
Even when your pet seems perfectly healthy, routine wellness exams allow us to establish a baseline for their health, get to know what’s normal for your individual pet, and quickly detect subtle changes that may indicate developing problems. Many health issues in dogs and cats go undetected until they become serious. Regular checkups help us catch concerns early when they’re easier and less expensive to treat.
Exam Frequency Recommendations
For most adult pets, we recommend annual wellness exams. Senior pets benefit from twice-yearly visits, as aging can bring rapid changes in health. During these senior wellness visits, routine bloodwork and diagnostic imaging help us monitor the aging process and keep your pet feeling their best for as long as possible.
What to Expect During Your Pet’s Wellness Exam
Our thorough wellness exams typically include:
- Comprehensive physical examination
- Ear and eye evaluation
- Dental assessment
- Cardiovascular and respiratory evaluation
- Abdominal palpation and internal health check
- Musculoskeletal and neurological assessment
- Nutrition consultation
- Behavioral counseling
- Parasite screening recommendations
As an independently owned practice, we take the time needed for each exam—there’s no rushing through appointments to meet quotas. We believe in building lasting relationships with our clients and patients, which means really getting to know your pet and partnering with you in their care.
Schedule Your Pet’s Wellness Exam Today
Taking care of your pet’s health starts with regular preventive care. To schedule a wellness exam at our Westport, CT veterinary hospital, call us at (203) 226-5555. We look forward to seeing you and your pet!