At Trinity Veterinary Hospital, we believe in helping your pet live a long, healthy life by focusing on preventive care. Routine wellness care is critical for preventing infectious diseases, identifying early issues before they become serious problems, and making lifestyle adjustments to best support your pet’s continued good health.
Is your pet due for routine wellness care? Give us a call at (405) 533-0001 or book an appointment online to keep your four-legged friend happy and healthy!
Pet Wellness Examinations: A Comprehensive Health Check
Wellness exams are the cornerstone of preventive care for your pet. During these annual checkups, our experienced veterinarians perform a thorough physical examination. Nose-to-tail exams allow us to assess your pet's:
- Eyes
- Ears
- Nose
- Mouth
- Teeth
- Lymph nodes
- Heart
- Lungs
- Joints
- Skin
- Overall body condition
However, a physical exam alone isn’t enough to give us the full picture of your pet’s health. While we can observe many aspects of their physical well-being, some health issues are internal and can't be detected by touch or sight alone. That's why we recommend additional screenings such as blood tests, urinalysis, fecal exams, blood pressure checks, X-rays, and sometimes advanced diagnostics like ultrasounds or ECGs to ensure your pet is truly healthy inside and out.
Dog & Cat Vaccinations:
Tailored Protection for Every Life Stage
Vaccinations are crucial for pets who venture outdoors and those who stay strictly inside, protecting them from infectious diseases. As your pet grows, their vaccine needs change. At Trinity Veterinary Hospital, we follow the latest guidelines from the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) and the Feline Veterinary Medical Association (FVMA) to create a customized vaccination schedule based on your pet’s age, health status, lifestyle, and risk factors.
Our vaccinations provide protection against diseases such as:
- Rabies
- Distemper
- Parvovirus
- Bordetella (kennel cough)
- Leptospirosis
- Feline viral rhinotracheitis
- Calicivirus
- Panleukopenia
- Feline leukemia virus (FeLV)
Parasite Prevention:
Keeping Bugs at Bay
Parasites like heartworms, fleas, ticks, and intestinal worms can cause serious health problems for pets, so we focus strongly on year-round parasite prevention and testing. We offer a variety of treatments to protect your pet—and your family—from common parasites.
In addition to year-round heartworm prevention, pets also need annual heartworm tests. These annual heartworm tests are so important for your pet's health, as false negative results can occur if the heartworms are immature, all male, or too few. Regular testing ensures we can reevaluate your pet's heartworm status every year and immediately begin treatment before too much permanent damage is caused.
The 4DX test we use for heartworm disease testing also screens for several tick-borne diseases. For pets who go outdoors or are exposed to other animals, these preventive measures are vital to keeping them healthy.
Early Detection:
Wellness Bloodwork and Screening Tests
Early detection is key to successful treatment, especially when it comes to conditions that may not show obvious symptoms right away. As part of our preventive care approach, we strongly recommend wellness bloodwork for all pets. Even young, seemingly healthy pets can benefit from annual bloodwork. This helps us identify any underlying health issues before they become more serious, including conditions like kidney disease, diabetes, and thyroid problems.
Fecal Testing:
Protecting Your Pet and Your Family
Intestinal parasites are more common than you may think and can lead to serious health problems. Many parasites are also zoonotic, meaning they can be transmitted from pets to people. We recommend annual fecal centrifugation to screen for parasites like roundworms, hookworms, and whipworms. Even if your pet's stool appears normal, fecal testing can help detect parasites that aren't visible to the naked eye.
Schedule Your Pet’s Wellness Care Today
Keeping your pet healthy starts with preventive care. By partnering with Trinity Veterinary Hospital, you can give your pet the best chance at a long, happy life. If it’s time for your pet’s wellness exam or vaccinations, contact us at (405) 533-0001 or book online to schedule an appointment.