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Why Regular Pet Wellness Exams Are Necessary

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Regular pet wellness exams are essential for pet care.

We all know the struggle of taking our pets to the vet. In fact, getting them out of the car can be a battle. But, there is nothing more important for pet owners to do than to ensure they regularly take their pets to the vet for their wellness exams. These exams are essential to a healthy pet and allow you to enjoy the comfort and happiness your little furry friend brings you. Here are some of the key reasons it’s essential to make sure to regularly schedule your annual pet wellness checks. 

Discover Hidden Issues

One of the best things associated with a pet wellness exam is the ability to find any hidden issues or health problems. Early detection can be a saving grace for your pet’s health. Animals are predisposed to hide signs of weakness, so your pet may be in discomfort without you even realizing it. Getting your pet to the vet can be bothersome, but doing so can surely save its life. 

Prevent Diseases

Another perk that comes with regular pet wellness exams is the disease prevention measures taken by your vet. Through regular checkups, vets monitor your pet’s vital stats so they can notice if something has changed. This helps vets quickly and efficiently protect your pets and prevent disease early-on. At wellness visits, your pet is also vaccinated against any parasites or other animals that may harm them. 

Receive Extra Care

Your pet wellness exams can also include dental care that monitors your pet’s teeth and gums. Vets can also offer nutritional counseling for any pets that need a change in diet for their health. Scheduling routine, annual wellness visits is essential for pet care. You want to ensure that your pet lives a long, healthy life and regular visits to the vet are one of the best ways to guarantee this. 

We Would Love the Opportunity to Care for Your Furry Friends!

Alexander Animal Hospital is a full-service animal hospital located in Severna Park, Maryland, serving the Severna Park, Pasadena, and Arnold Areas. Our goal is educating clients on the needs of their pets and understanding the importance of individualized veterinary care in order to strengthen the human-animal bond between owners and their pets.

We understand you have a choice when deciding on the care for your pets, and we strive to provide you with unparalleled services including wellness exams, vaccines, lost pet microchip ID, dental care, surgical services, digital radiography, and in-hospital laboratory services and diagnostics. Other highlights of Alexander Animal Hospital are the separate cat and dog waiting and exam rooms, as well as after-hours on-call emergency services.

Please take a look around our website and then give us a call at 410-777-8678 to set up an appointment.We’re social! Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest for all the latest updates!

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