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Wellness Care for Your Pet

Whether a puppy or an older pet, taking care of your wellness is necessary throughout your pet's life. Puppies and kittens need routine checks to monitor the growth of their pet and to build immunity against common diseases.

Pet insurance plans offer pet wellness coverage as a supplement. However, pet wellness coverage is quite different from pet insurance in several ways.

Vaccinations

Vaccines have been acknowledged as saving lives more than any other treatment. This is due to the fact that they stop diseases that would otherwise be life-threatening or cause severe and prolonged suffering, illness, and death. In the majority of cases, prevention is far more efficient and less costly than treatment.

Immunizations can be a vital element of pet care and can prevent serious diseases in cats and dogs as well as humans. Vaccines contain microorganisms that have been killed or altered and then administered to the body to increase the immune response. In this way, the immune system learns to identify and fight the pathogen without having to undergo the more severe effects of illness or infection.

Puppy and kittens must receive a full series of vaccinations in the early stages of development to help build an immune system that is strong against infectious diseases. Our veterinarian will suggest the appropriate vaccines for your pet based on its age and 836614.xyz its lifestyle.

Rabies, distemper, and parvovirus are all considered to be essential vaccines. They are vital for all cats and dogs, as they protect against deadly infections that can be easily transmitted to humans. The most important vaccines are administered in two doses at the age of a puppy or kitten and boosters are given every year.

Non-core vaccinations are recommended depending on the risk factors and lifestyle. For instance, dogs that frequent groomers, boarding kennels training classes, or dog parks may need to be vaccinated against bordetella (kennel cough) which is highly infectious, as well as leptospirosis, an zoonotic disease that could cause liver and kidney failure in humans as well as pets.

All pets are usually recommended to receive the hepatitis A vaccine as well as the hepatitis B and C. These vaccinations prevent the spread of a number fatal diseases from animals to humans and vice reverse. A combination vaccine, referred to as a DAP or FVRCP for dogs and cats respectively, protects against the most prevalent infectious diseases that can be transmitted between the two species. The lyme vaccination, recommended for dogs who travel in areas with numerous deer, shields them from bites from the deer tick, also known as the illegitimately referred to deer tick, which can cause a serious bacterial infection.

Fecal Exam

A fecal examination or flotation of the feces, is a microscopic examination of your pet's stool. This gives your veterinarian the opportunity to detect intestinal parasites like whipworms, roundworms and hookworms and giardia which aren't easily identified and can compromise your pet's health. They may also transmit to your pet's family members.

There are several ways to collect an fecal sample. Your vet could use a specially designed fecal sample loop that is inserted in the rectum, then pulled back to collect the sample. This method is particularly helpful in identifying worms and cysts. Your doctor can perform the test directly by spreading a small amount on a microscope glass. The drawback of this kind of test is that it's only valid when the feces sample isn't mixed with fat or cellular material.

A centrifugal flotation test is another method. This tests the fecal sample for parasite eggs by mixing it with a special solution. The eggs will appear to float, and they are visible under microscope. The advantage of this method is that it's more sensitive than a direct smear however, the results will depend on the details of the procedure as well as specimen attributes.

Annual fecal exams are the best way to make sure that your pet doesn't have an intestinal parasite problem that can affect their health and may be passed on to other pets or family members. These infections can be uncomfortable for your pet, 836614.xyz and may lead to more serious conditions that require treatment. Certain intestinal parasites like hookworms and roundworms can even be transmitted to humans and pose a serious health risk.

Fecal testing is an important and 836614.xyz simple component of your pet's wellness routine. It is recommended that all pets undergo a fecal examination at least every year, and more often for puppies and those who live in environments that are conducive to parasites. Intestinal parasites are a major cause of illness for pets and can cause diarrhea, weight loss and vomiting. The fecal tests can detect parasites, as well as blood or other abnormalities which could be signs of disease or infection.

Dental Exam

Pet dental health is a crucial aspect of health care. Pet teeth can become infected without proper oral care and cause other health problems such as bad breath, tooth decay and gum disease. These conditions develop when tartar accumulates on the teeth and causes damage to the surrounding tissues. The buildup can also enter the bloodstream and spread to other organs like the kidneys, heart and liver. This can increase the risk of developing serious diseases and cause inflammation. Regular dental cleanings and brushing help keep your pet's teeth clean.

In a dental examination our veterinarian will look over the teeth of your pet for signs of tartar and plaque. The vet will use an instrument for scaling to eliminate the tartar and an instrument to look for pockets in the gumline where periodontal diseases begin. To examine the bones and roots of the teeth, X-rays are taken of the entire mouth.

Patients who are at risk of developing dental disease or who are older should undergo an examination for their teeth at least once a year. Alongside a thorough physical exam, your vet will also discuss your pet's diet, weight and behavior with you. The vet will provide you with information about any changes you might notice in your pet and may suggest further tests or treatments if required.

Wellness plans are excellent ways to pay for preventive treatments and also save money on regular expenses like dental cleanings, wellness examinations and heartworm tests. These plans are similar to traditional pet insurance but they cover pre-determined medical expenses rather than covering a whole visit. Our veterinarians will be willing to discuss the various plans and options with you.

Contact our Spring Hill veterinarians to schedule an appointment today! We'll conduct a wellness exam as well as update vaccinations and recommend any other preventive measures your pet requires. We are looking forward to seeing you soon!

Parasite Control

Parasites, whether they are internal or external, are organisms which feed on your pet, and deprive her of vital nutrients. They can also harm her major organs and body systems, causing a wide range of uncomfortable symptoms. In extreme instances (such as heartworms) there are instances where these parasites can be fatal. Many people believe that parasites are an element of pet ownership. But, this is not true. Our team of vets knows what parasites are prevalent in your area and can describe how they could affect your pet.

Responsible pet parasite management can reduce the risk of spreading disease to other pets and humans within the home. This means administering preventative flea and tick treatment throughout the year, using a collar to keep ticks at bay and grooming your dog frequently especially after she's been outside. Checking her coat for indications of a parasite infestation such as chewing, scratching, and licking, will aid in ensuring she is free from these nuisance pests.

Internal parasites, like roundworms, whipworms, and tapeworms, are usually acquired by accidentally ingesting tiny parasite eggs in areas that have been contaminated by the faeces from infected animals. These parasites can also be zoonotic, meaning they can be passed from pets to humans (and reversed).

Fleas and ticks can infest any home, even in urban areas that have a large number of pets. Fleas can cause severe allergic reactions in pets, as well as transmit vector-borne diseases like cat scratch disease (Bartonella), Lyme disease, Ehrlichia, and Rocky Mountain spotted fever. Ticks can also be an important issue in the sense of causing painful, itchy and allergic reactions in pets and 836614.Xyz; Hd7.Lords.Today, possibly transmitting vector-borne diseases such as Lyme disease and ehrlichia to humans.

All shelter pets must be treated with a basic internal and external parasite control protocol when they are first brought to the shelter. This should include prophylactic treatments with at least an oral dewormer that is effective against roundworms and hookworms as well as a tick and flea preventative (Nemex and Strongid are the most commonly used products).