Protect Your Pet’s Health With Preventative Care
The best way to treat any disease or illness is to prevent it. That’s why our Olde Towne Animal Hospital veterinarians advocate for preventative care for all pets, centered around annual examinations and a diligent vaccination schedule.
Examinations
Your pet’s health will benefit from a yearly examination with our doctors. Because our pets age faster than we do, annual appointments with a veterinarian are the least we can do to keep them healthy.
At this yearly visit, we will examine your pet’s lung and heart function. Next, he will check the animal’s joints and muscles, as well as its hearing and vision. Our team will take note of any areas of concern and get your pet scheduled for treatment if necessary. If not, we will plan on seeing you both again in a year.
When you are here, be sure to let our team know if you have any questions about your pet’s health. If you have concerns about your animal’s weight, diet, or behavior, let us know. We believe that you are the key to your pet’s wellness and want to facilitate your involvement.
Vaccinations
Fortifying your pet against illness is easier when you follow the recommended vaccine schedule. This will vary depending on the species and breed of your animal, but the results are always the same: healthier pets and less money spent on treatment.
For your new puppy, Olde Towne Animal Hospital recommends a complete series of vaccinations. In a year, and every year after, our team will provide these booster shots:
- Borrelia (protects against Lyme disease)
- Bordetella (protects against kennel cough)
- Leptospira (protects against a bacterial infection)
Additionally, we recommend that canines receive vaccinations for rabies and DHPP (distemper, hepatitis, parainfluenza, and parvovirus) every three years.
Felines follow their own vaccine schedule. It includes an initial series for kittens that includes FVRCP, Rabies and possibly Feline Leukemia Virus. Every 3 years we recommend boosters.
If you have questions about your pet’s required vaccinations, give our office a call.
Parasite Control & Prevention
Parasites are no joke when it comes to you and your pet’s health. Pets are exposed to common parasites like fleas, ticks, heartworms, and intestinal worms outdoors and in our homes, where we can unknowingly track them indoors on our clothing and shoes.
Over time, these parasites can stunt growth, aggravate existing medical conditions, and result in life-threatening infections. To avoid complicated treatment plans and costly bills, prevention is key!
Routine examinations and laboratory testing are a great way to start!
- Our team detect parasites like roundworms, hookworms, Giardia and Coccidia that cause intestinal disease in pets
- Help your pet’s veterinarian determine the right treatment for pets if parasites or infections are identified
- Prevents the spread of parasites to other household pets and human family members –we want to make sure every member of your family is healthy and happy!
Puppies & Kittens:
Intestinal worms are very common in young animals, so we recommend several fecal exams in the first year. Not all intestinal parasites are addressed with common dewormers, so we recommend checking even in puppies and kittens receiving regular deworming.
Adult Pets:
Fecal testing should be performed every 6-12 months, even if your pet is on a heartworm and/or parasite preventative.
There are also preventative medications that protect pets against parasites year-round. While parasites are more prevalent during warmer months, they can affect your pet during any season. Olde Towne Animal Hospital recommends marking your calendars monthly for your preferred preventative (this may be chewable tables or a topical preparation)! This way your pet will never miss a dose and receive continuous, uninterrupted protection.
Ask our team about the industry’s best dewormers and oral medications available on our online store.
Nutrition & Weight Management
You probably know that overweight dogs and cats have a lower life expectancy. But did you know these animals are at greater risk of painful joint damage and inflammation? To keep your pet healthy and pain-free, we offer nutrition and weight management services.
Whether you want to prevent pet obesity or need help lowering your animal’s weight, we can help. Olde Towne Animal Hospital’s knowledgeable team can recommend a healthy lineup of pet foods and lifestyle changes. These recommendations will help to reduce your pet’s risk of diabetes, certain cancers, arthritis, and heart disease.
Studies indicate that nearly half of all pets are overweight. Fortunately, your furry loved one doesn’t have to be one of them. Olde Towne Animal Hospital can help you achieve a nutritious and active lifestyle for your pet. Make an appointment today or visit our online store to take a look at our nutritional supplements.
