Keeping your pet healthy starts with a simple step: routine exams.
These wellness visits are more than routine check-ups; they provide a comprehensive overview of your pet’s health. With pet wellness exams at easyvet Melissa, our veterinarians can uncover potential health issues and give advice for informed pet care at home. Our wellness exams are meant to suit pets of all ages in the Melissa, TX area, from playful puppies and kittens to senior companions.
Why Annual Veterinary Exams Matter
Your pet’s annual wellness exam is one of the most important ways to boost their long-term health. While your four-legged friend may seem perfectly fine, many health conditions develop silently before showing noticeable symptoms. Our vets complete thorough physical exams to assess their overall condition and detect early signs of illness.
During an exam, your veterinarian will check:
- Weight & Body Condition: Sudden weight loss or gain could indicate underlying medical issues such as diabetes or metabolic diseases.
- Skin & Coat Health: Allergies, infections, or parasites like fleas and ticks can cause discomfort and irritation.
- Eyes & Ears: Early signs of infections, cataracts, or ear mites can be identified.
- Teeth & Gums: Dental disease is one of the most common yet overlooked health issues in pets. Left untreated, it can lead to infections and organ damage.
- Heart & Lungs: Listening for abnormal heart rhythms or breathing patterns can catch heart disease and respiratory issues before they progress.
- Joints & Mobility: Especially important for aging pets, joint exams detect early signs of arthritis or other orthopedic concerns.
Your pet’s health needs evolve over time.
Our veterinary team will adjust our approach based on their age and lifestyle.
Puppies & Kittens
Regular check-ups during the first year track growth and will involve administering a vaccination series, deworming, and screening for congenital conditions. These early visits can also establish positive veterinary experiences.
Adult Pets
Annual exams maintain adult pets’ well-being with routine vaccinations, parasite prevention and screenings, and nutritional or behavioral consultations based on their needs.
Senior Pets
Older pets are more prone to chronic conditions such as arthritis, kidney disease, and diabetes. Regular exams can detect these issues early, allowing for proactive treatment and a better quality of life.
Annual Bloodwork: A Window into Your Pet’s Health
Bloodwork plays a critical role in identifying internal health conditions that may not be visible from the outside. easyvet Melissa recommends annual bloodwork for all pets, even if they appear healthy. For pets with chronic illnesses, we may suggest more frequent testing to confirm their condition is properly managed.
Our wellness bloodwork options include a “Junior Wellness” panel for pets under seven years old, which includes a free heartworm test, and a more comprehensive “Senior Wellness” panel for older pets, as well as more specific diagnostic bloodwork.
By making bloodwork a routine part of your pet’s yearly exam, our team can establish baseline values and track any changes over time so that we can catch problems before they become serious.
Your Time to Ask Questions
A pet wellness exam does not just have to be for your companion. You can use the annual visit as an opportunity for you to get expert guidance on your pet’s care. Our veterinarians are here to answer questions about nutrition, weight management, behavioral concerns, and how to best care for your pet at home. No question is too small. Please ask us!
Schedule a pet wellness exam in Melissa, TX.
easyvet Melissa provides pet wellness exams for cats and dogs in Melissa, New Hope, Roland, Anna, Chambliss, Altoga, and nearby Texas communities.
