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It\u2019s highly relatable to only remember important questions after an anticipated meeting or appointment\u2013like your pet\u2019s annual wellness exam. We\u2019ve all been there! In response, we try to cover as much ground as possible during every wellness exam. Owner questions and concerns are among our top priorities, but pet care topics are nothing if not expansive. Getting the most out of your pet\u2019s next wellness exam is easy when you have time to prepare your notes and observations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

But Everything\u2019s the Same!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Just because your pet appears healthy and acts normally, it doesn\u2019t mean they wouldn\u2019t benefit from medical attention. For example, dental disease is a progressive, irreversible problem that affects millions of pets. Without the chance to see their teeth and gums every 6-12 months, a pet could face many health challenges related to the disease. Unless they are in the advanced stages of gum disease, you might not even know they have it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What You See Is Not What You Get<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Pets are masters of covering up their symptoms. This is hardwired into their instincts of self-preservation, and while respectable, must be put into perspective. A routine wellness exam gives pet owners important peace of mind that their best buddy is feeling their absolute best. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our wellness plans<\/a> provide the opportunity to catch health conditions long before they progress, so we can influence a better outcome. This is true for pets of all ages, but senior pets<\/a> especially can face numerous age-related conditions that impact quality of life. To help, we encourage all senior pets to come in every 6 months for routine examinations, blood work, and other diagnostics<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Questions for Your Vet<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

To help you prepare for your pet\u2019s next wellness exam, we suggest thinking about the following and noting any oddities or concerns you may have about your pet:<\/p>\n\n\n\n