The proactive approach to feline veterinary care
Felines are masters at hiding discomfort and illness, which is why preventive care for cats is crucial for their long-term well-being. Routine exams allow us to detect, diagnose, and address health issues before they become serious. Early intervention ensures more effective treatment, minimizing pain and suffering for your cat.
Preventive Health Measures
Veterinary Exams: Our comprehensive exams evaluate the heart and lungs, eyes and ears, skin and coat, gastrointestinal and urinary health as well as muscle strength and joint function.
Vaccinations: We tailor vaccine recommendations based on a risk assessment to ensure your cat receives only the necessary vaccines, avoiding unnecessary exposure. Vaccine titers are available and encouraged for those wishing to avoid immune stimulation.
Dental Care: Oral health is key to your cat’s overall health. While daily brushing is ideal, routine dental cleanings and evaluations help maintain healthy teeth and jaws. We use full dental x-rays and provide local anesthetics and pain management for any necessary extractions.
Parasite Control: New kittens often come with intestinal parasites, and our local environment and wildlife also pose risks. Routine fecal exams are essential for monitoring gastrointestinal health and preventing parasite transmission. We will also provide guidance on effective methods for flea, tick, and heartworm prevention.
Skin and Coat Care: Daily brushing of your pet not only decreases the amount of hair in your home, it stimulates their nerve system and sense of well-being. For some allergies and infections become a problem and we can help discover ways to enhance and manage a healthy skin and coat.
Proper Nutrition: We review the diet of every pet and discuss with you our recommendations of the types of food and supplements that will provide optimal nutrition and overall health for your pet. Currently the clinic offers certain varieties of Hill’s Prescription diet on site or you can select your pet’s favorite food from our online store which will deliver to your door.
Behavioral Evaluation: Everyone wants their pet to be content, calm and happy… however some of our beloved pets struggle with this day in and day out. Abnormal behavior expresses a need, the trick is to identifying that need so that it can be met and you and your pet may enjoy an enriched human animal bond.
Exercise: All animals need appropriate mental and physical exercise to lead a happy and healthy lifestyle. Let us assist you with ideas and a plan!