Wellness Examinations for Dogs
Proactive Health Monitoring for Lifelong Canine Wellness
A wellness examination is a routine preventive check designed to evaluate your dog’s overall physical health even when no symptoms are visible. At Arnett Animal Hospital, these visits focus on early disease detection, developmental tracking, and long-term wellbeing. Regular exams allow our veterinary team to identify subtle physical or behavioral changes before they progress into serious conditions.
From puppyhood through the senior years, consistent wellness care helps maintain optimal weight, organ function, and immune health. These visits also create an opportunity to review lifestyle factors such as nutrition, exercise, and parasite prevention. By combining clinical expertise with compassionate care, we ensure your dog remains healthy, active, and thriving at every life stage.
Exam Frequency by Life Stage
The timing of wellness visits varies based on your dog’s age, breed, and medical background. Because dogs age more rapidly than humans, routine evaluations are critical for early intervention and preventive planning.
Recommended Visit Schedule:
- Monthly exams for puppies
- Annual wellness exams for adults
- Biannual exams for senior dogs
- Breed-specific monitoring plans
- Chronic condition follow-ups
Comprehensive Physical Assessment
Our veterinarians perform detailed nose-to-tail examinations to assess all major body systems. These hands-on evaluations help detect abnormalities that may not yet present visible symptoms.
Physical Exam Includes:
- Heart and lung auscultation
- Eye and ear examination
- Skin and coat assessment
- Oral and dental evaluation
- Abdominal palpation
Lifestyle & Preventive Health Review
Wellness visits go beyond physical exams they include a comprehensive review of your dog’s daily habits and living environment. This helps us tailor preventive strategies that align with real-life risk factors.
We Evaluate & Discuss:
- Diet and nutritional balance
- Exercise and activity levels
- Water intake patterns
- Behavior or mood changes
- Parasite prevention routines
Diagnostic Screening & Early Detection
Preventive diagnostics play a vital role in identifying hidden illnesses. Screening tests provide internal health insights that physical exams alone may not reveal.
Common Wellness Diagnostics:
- Blood chemistry panels
- Urinalysis testing
- Fecal parasite exams
- Heartworm screening
- Senior pet radiographs