Preventive Pet Care Services in Scottsdale, AZ

Why Preventive Care is Vital for Your Pet?

Preventive care is crucial to keeping your pet healthy and catching diseases early when they are easier to manage. Regular wellness visits allow us to reduce the severity of conditions like heartworm, dental disease, and even certain cancers, or prevent them altogether. Diseases like heartworm, distemper, and rabies can be life-threatening, but with preventive care, we can help keep your pet safe. Preventive veterinary care not only saves lives but also ensures your pet remains comfortable and free of pain for as long as possible.

Why Choose Kaibab Animal Hospital for Preventive Care?

At Kaibab Animal Hospital, we believe every pet is unique, just like their owners. That’s why we take a personalized approach to preventive care, tailoring wellness visits and health plans to fit your pet’s lifestyle. Whether it’s their diet, activity level, or age, our veterinary team adjusts recommendations to suit their specific needs. We also offer alternative options like vaccine titers and thimerosal-free rabies vaccines, giving you more choices for your pet’s care. With us, you can trust that your pet is in compassionate and experienced hands.

What’s Included in Preventive Pet Care Visits?

During a typical preventive pet care visit, your pet will receive:

• A full physical examination to check for any signs of illness.
• A consultation with one of our veterinarians to discuss your pet’s health and any concerns you may have.
• Vaccinations or vaccine titers to ensure your pet is protected against diseases.
• A heartworm test to safeguard against this deadly parasite.
• Annual lab work to monitor your pet’s internal health and catch any abnormalities early.

Please note that while the physical exam and consultation are included in the visit cost, there are additional fees for vaccinations, heartworm tests, and lab work.

How Often Should You Schedule Preventive Care for Your Pet?

We recommend that pets receive at least one wellness exam per year, which includes a heartworm test and routine bloodwork. For older pets or those with health concerns, we recommend scheduling preventive care visits every six months. These frequent checkups allow us to monitor their health more closely and make adjustments to their care plan as needed.

Benefits of Preventive Vet Care

Investing in preventive care means protecting your pet from health problems that can be avoided or managed more easily if caught early. The benefits include:

• Early detection of diseases: Conditions like heartworm and dental issues can be detected before they cause significant harm.
• Reduced severity of illnesses: If diseases are caught early, they’re easier to treat, meaning less invasive procedures and faster recovery times.
• Prevention of serious diseases: Vaccinations protect your pet from dangerous illnesses like parvovirus, distemper, and rabies.
• Management of chronic conditions: If your pet has a condition like diabetes or arthritis, preventive care allows us to monitor and manage their health more effectively.

Adjusting Preventive Care as Pets Age

As pets age, their needs change. Senior pets (those 7 years and older) often experience faster physical decline, making more frequent veterinary visits essential. At Kaibab Animal Hospital, we recommend bi-annual exams for senior pets to stay ahead of any age-related conditions. Regular checkups are particularly important for pets with chronic conditions, as we can adjust their treatment plans to keep them comfortable and healthy.