Pet Exams and Vaccinations Service in Monroe, MI
Pet exams and vaccinations play a key role in protecting your pet’s health and preventing the spread of disease.
Preventive Care: Wellness Exams and Vaccinations for Dogs and Cats
Routine wellness exams and timely vaccinations are essential for protecting dogs and cats from disease and detecting health issues early. Because pets age quickly and often hide symptoms, regular checkups at our Monroe, MI clinic help identify concerns before they become serious. Our hospital offers a full range of core and lifestyle-based vaccines to safeguard your pet based on their individual risk factors.
Understanding Your Pet’s Health on an Individual Level
To give every dog and cat the best care, we strive to understand their unique needs and work with pet parents to meet those needs. Furthermore, as your pet gets older, we’ll have to adjust their care to accommodate the health changes they will inevitably experience.
What to Expect When Your Pet Sees Us for Their Wellness Exam
The wellness visit generally consists of several services that, together, reinforce your pet’s health and protection against illness. These include:
- A thorough head-to-tail physical examination
- Blood and fecal testing
- Vaccine boosters
- Diet recommendations
- Parasite preventatives
The wellness visit is also the prime time for you to put forth any questions or concerns you have about your pet’s care. We’re happy to discuss your pet’s needs in detail and make sure they’re all set for the rest of the year.
Why Dogs and Cats Need Parasite Prevention All Year–and Every Year
Fleas, ticks, heartworms, and intestinal worms can be anything from a nuisance to a serious threat for dogs and cats. With parasite preventatives that protect your pet from all of the above, you can rest easy knowing that your pet, and your home, are safe. In addition to infesting in large numbers, parasites can transmit disease to both pets and humans. At Suburban Animal Clinic of Monroe, we encourage all of our clients to commit to year-round protection for their dogs and cats.
Core Dog and Cat Vaccines
Core vaccines are considered essential for all pets, and can be required by law in every state for reasons of public health and safety.
They include:
- Rabies (for dogs and cats)
- FVRCP (cats only)
- Canine Distemper, Parvo, Adenovirus, and Parainfluenza (dogs only)
- Leptospirosis (dogs only)
- Bordetella/Kennel Cough (dogs only)
Non-Core Dog and Cat Vaccines
Non-core vaccines are not essential for every pet. Instead, these are recommended based on the degree of risk each pet faces in their daily life. Location, lifestyle such as camping or traveling, and the presence of other animals in the vicinity can determine whether your pet needs additional vaccines.
Non-core vaccines include:
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Canine Influenza (dogs only)
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Lyme (dogs only)
- Feline Leukemia (cats only)
