Wellness and Preventative Care
The fundamentals of good pet care are…well, fundamental! Be they young or old, big or small, taking great care of your pet begins with the basics, which means establishing a solid groundwork of routine wellness and preventative care. Providing a good life for your pet is about so much more than what you do on those days when they’re not feeling their best—it’s about what you do to make sure those days are few and far between.
We recommend annual exams for all adult pets, and semi-annual exams for those frosty faced seniors over seven. Consistent wellness and preventive care allow us to monitor your pet’s health and detect and address any issues before they become big problems—and it also gives us a chance to get our fill of cuddles and wet-nosed kisses. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, and that’s what wellness care is all about!
Routine and Preventative Services
- Physical Exams
- Vaccinations
- Flea, tick, parasite, heart worm prevention
- Microchipping
- Nutritional and Behavioral Consultations
- Puppy and Kitten Care
- Senior Care
- And More...
Vaccines
The best defense is a good offense
Sometimes, pets are kind of like little kids—it takes a lot to keep them safe and healthy! Routine vaccines are a central part of your pet’s veterinary care. Not only is it critical for their health, it’s important to the health of your family and the community. At Uptown Veterinary Clinic, we’ll work with you to determine the best vaccine schedule for your pet.
Here in Muscogee County, the rabies vaccine is legally required for all dogs and cats over four months of age. Some other vaccines are considered “core” vaccines, meaning they’re strongly recommended for all pets. These include the FVRCP vaccine for cats and the DHPP vaccine for dogs. Others may be recommended based on lifestyle, like FeLV for cats or Bordetella for dogs. Even pets who are primarily indoors need to be vaccinated, as they can still be exposed to diseases.
No matter what vaccines your pet needs, one thing stays the same—here, they all come with a hearty dose of love and plenty of cuddles. For more information on the vaccines that are right for your pet or to make an appointment, please call us at 706-221-4115.
Animal ordinances vary from county to county or city to city, and can change every so often. Check with your city/county to see what is required by law.