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ANNUAL
HEALTH SCREENS
 As
part of your pet's annual vaccination program, we will give your pet a
thorough physical exam. This procedure allows us to determine the
overall physical health of your pet. It also allows us to examine your
pet closely for problems that may be considered breed specific. This
simply means that certain breeds of dogs and cats are pre-disposed to
certain problems.
For example, if you own a cocker
spaniel, you have no doubt at some time dealt with an ear problem. Our
physical examination will help alert you to potential problems, which
may occur. The physical exam, however, does not allow us to determine
the overall health of the internal organs. Only a blood screen will do
that. This short procedure will detect any liver and kidney problems as
well as check for anemia, diabetes, and infections. We recommend this
screening for all pets 2 to 7 years of age. If your pet is 7 years or
older, ask about our senior care program. As in all health evaluations,
early detection is the key as it allows for more and better treatment
options. If you have any questions, please feel free to call.
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