WELLNESS EXAM

Since pets age differently from us, puppies need wellness exams every two weeks. We start these exams at 6 weeks of age with their vaccines up until they are 16 weeks old. Adult dogs need wellness exams twice yearly. One year is like 4-5 years to our canine friends. Our pets may not always show obvious signs of pain, disease or discomfort, but a veterinarian is trained to pick up early warning signs. Due to the fast aging process, regular wellness exams will help pick up the rapid changing signs

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WHAT'S IN THE VACCINATION
Distemper: attacks the nervous system- this virus can develop into pneumonia- most common victims are puppies
Hepatitis: affects the liver
Leptospirosis: bacterial disease that attacks the kidneys as well as other organs
Parvo: affects the intestines- this virus is very contagious to unprotected pets and can live in the area for months- the virus can be transmitted by our shoes and other articles- the main symptoms are depression, bloody diarrhea, and vomiting
Bordetella: canine bronchitis- very contagious to other dogs- cough can last up to 6 weeks.
Corona: affects the intestines- close cousin to parvo
Fecal: stool sample taken to check for intestinal parasites- we are typically looking for hookworms, roundworms, whipworms, tapeworms, and giardia. Routine deworming is done at your puppies first and second visit.
Heartworm Prevention: heartworms are caused by mosquitoes; therefore it is imperative that your pet stay on heartworm prevention for life. We recommend Sentinel Flavor Tabs as a broad spectrum parasiticide that protects your pet from more than just heartworms.
Birth Control: Your pet can go into heat anywhere from 4 ½ months to 8 months of age. Neutering (castration) is preformed on male dogs. Spaying (ovariohysterectomy) is performed on female dogs.

VACCINE SCHEDULE
6 WEEKS: Wellness exam, DHPP, fecal, start heartworm prevention, deworming
8 WEEKS: Wellness exam, DHPP, deworming
10 WEEKS: Wellness exam, DHPP, Corona, Fecal
12 WEEKS: Wellness exam, DHPP, Corona
14 WEEKS: Wellness exam, DHLPPARVO, Fecal
16 WEEKS: Wellness exam Rabies, DHLPP, Bordetella

Yearly visits include Wellness exams, Rabies, DHLPP, Corona, Bordetella, Fecal, and Blood Parasite profile. Your Bi- Annual exam will include a Bordetella booster, Fecal, and annual bloodwork.

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