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Wellness Care for Your Pet

No matter if you're a puppy or an old age pet, maintaining a healthy lifestyle is essential throughout your pet's life. Kittens and puppies require regular examinations to check for growth and strengthen their immunity against common diseases.

Pet insurance plans provide wellness coverage as a supplement. However, pet wellness coverage is distinct from pet insurance in a variety of ways.

Vaccinations

Vaccines have been credited with saving lives more than other treatment. This is due to their ability to prevent diseases that would otherwise be life-threatening, or cause serious and prolonged suffering, illness, and death. In the majority of instances, prevention is more effective and less expensive than treatment.

Immunizations are a very important facet of pet wellness care and can prevent serious diseases that affect cats and 836614.Xyz dogs and humans. Vaccines are preparations of killed or altered microorganisms that are administered into the body to activate the immune system to respond to the invader. This way the immune system can learn to identify and fight the pathogen without being subject to the more severe effects of infection or illness.

Kittens and puppies must receive an entire regimen of vaccinations during their initial stages of development to strengthen their defense against infections. Our veterinarian will suggest the right vaccines for your pet based on their age and lifestyle.

The primary vaccines are rabies distemper, and parvovirus. These are considered essential for all cats and dogs because they protect them from dangerous diseases that can easily be transmitted to humans. The most important vaccines are administered in two doses at the age of a kitten or puppy, and then boosters every year.

Non-core vaccinations are recommended according to the type of lifestyle and risk factors. Dogs who go to boarding and grooming kennels, dog parks, and training classes for instance, could need to be vaccinated.

All pets are recommended to receive the Hepatitis A vaccine and Hepatitis B and C. These vaccines help to stop the spread of several fatal diseases from animals to humans and vice reverse. A combination vaccine, referred to as a A2PP or FVRCP for canines and cats respectively, protects against the most common infectious diseases that can be transmitted between these species. The lyme vaccination, recommended for dogs who travel in areas where there are many deer, guards them against the bites from the deer tick, also known as the illegitimately called deer tick, which can lead to a severe bacterial infection.

Fecal Exam

A fecal exam or fecal flotation, is a microscopic examination of your pet's stool. This allows your veterinarian to detect intestinal parasites like hookworms and roundworms. They can be transmitted to your family members as well as other pets.

There are several ways to obtain a fecal specimen. Your vet may use an specially designed fecal sample loop that is inserted into the rectum and then pulled back to obtain an fecal sample. This method is especially useful in identifying worms and cysts. Your veterinarian can also conduct an immediate smear, which involves dispersing a small amount the pet's feces on slides under a microscope. This test comes with the disadvantage that it will only be reliable in the absence of fat or cellular matter in the sample.

A centrifugal flotation test can be another method. This test the fecal specimen for the presence of parasite eggs by mixing it with a special solution. The eggs will appear to float, and they can be observed under microscope. The benefit of this method is that it's more sensitive than a direct smear, but the results still depend on the details of the procedure as well as specimen attributes.

Regular fecal checks are the best way to be sure your pet does not have an intestinal parasite infection that could affect their health and may be passed on to other pets or family members. These conditions can cause discomfort to your pet, and could cause more serious conditions requiring treatment. Certain intestinal parasites, such as roundworms and hookworms are transferred to humans. This poses a serious health threat.

Fecal testing is an essential and simple component of your pet's wellness routine. It is recommended that all pets undergo a fecal examination at least every year, and more often for 836614 puppies and those living in areas that are prone to parasites. Intestinal parasites are a major source of illness in pets and can cause weight loss, diarrhea, and vomiting in many animals. In addition to detecting parasites the fecal test may also identify abnormalities in blood or other signs which could be a sign of illness or an ongoing infection.

Dental Exam

Dental care for pets is a crucial aspect of wellness. Without proper dental care teeth of pets could become infected and lead to other health issues like bad breath, tooth decay and gum disease. The conditions start when tartar builds up on the teeth, which affects the surrounding tissues. The buildup may also be absorbed into bloodstreams and travel to other organs, such as the heart, kidneys and liver. This increases the risk of developing serious illness and cause inflammation. Regular dental cleanings and at-home brushing help keep your pet's teeth clean.

During the dental examination, our vet will evaluate your pet's mouth for signs of plaque and tartar. He or she will use an instrument to remove the tartar build-up and a periodontal probe to examine the pockets under the gum line where periodontal disease starts. X-rays of the entire mouth are taken to check the roots and bones of the teeth.

Dental exams are recommended at least once a year, however more frequent exams are advised for patients with elevated risks for dental disease or have reached their older years. In addition to a thorough physical examination, the vet will also discuss your pet's diet, weight and behavior with you. If you notice any changes in your pet, your vet will be able to provide you with information on the reason for the change and suggest additional tests or treatments, 836614 if required.

Wellness plans are excellent ways to cover preventive care and save money on regular expenses, such as wellness exams, dental cleanings and heartworm tests. These plans are similar in nature to traditional pet insurance, however, they reimburse pre-determined medical expenses instead of paying for the entire visit. Our veterinarians will be happy to discuss the different plans and options with you.

Contact our Spring Hill veterinarians to schedule an appointment today! We can perform an exam for health, recommend vaccinations and other preventive measures for your pet. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Parasite Control

No matter if they are of the internal or external type, parasites are living organisms that feed on your pet, depriving it of vital nutrients. They can also cause severe damage to her organs and systems, which can lead to a variety of unpleasant symptoms. In extreme cases (such as heartworms) there are instances where these parasites can be fatal. Many people believe that parasites will always be a part of pet ownership. However this isn't the case. Our veterinary team is well knowledgeable about the different types of parasites you should look for in your region and can help understand Www.836614.Xyz how these bugs can affect your pet and what can be done to prevent them from happening.

A well-managed pet parasite control program can reduce the risk of spreading disease to humans and other pets living in the home. This includes regularly administering preventative treatment for ticks and fleas year-round, using a tick collar as often as you can and grooming your pet regularly especially after she has been outside. Checking her coat for indications of a parasite infestation like chewing, scratching, and licking will also ensure that she is free of these nuisance pests.

Internal parasites like tapeworms and roundworms are often acquired accidentally by ingesting parasite eggs discovered in areas that are contaminated by faeces from infected animals. These parasites are also considered zoonotic. This means they can be transmitted from animals to humans (and the reverse).

Ectoparasites, such as ticks and fleas are most likely to be present in urban areas with large population of pets, but they can infest homes of all kinds. They can cause severe allergic reactions and can transmit vector-borne illnesses such as Lyme disease, Ehrlichia and Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever. Ticks can also be an important issue in terms of causing painful itchy, and allergic reactions in pets, as well as the possibility of transmitting vector-borne illnesses like Lyme disease and ehrlichia to humans.

At a minimum, all shelter pets should receive a basic internal and external parasite control regimen at the time of intake. This should include a prophylactic treatment that includes an oral dewormer that is effective against hookworms, roundworms, and fleas and ticks (Nemex or Strongid is the most commonly used drug).