A preventive check-up once a year — why "the animal is healthy" is not enough
Many diseases develop without visible signs. Regular check-ups catch problems before it is too late.
Many owners bring their animal to the vet only when it is obviously ill. The problem is that some diseases — heart, kidney, cancer, orthopaedic — develop slowly and without marked signs until they reach an advanced stage.
What a preventive check-up includes
- A complete physical examination
- Assessment of weight and body condition
- A check of the teeth, ears, skin and coat
- Auscultation of the heart and lungs
- Palpation of the abdomen
- A recommendation for a blood count and biochemistry (according to age)
How often?
For young, healthy animals we recommend once a year. For animals over 7 years (large breeds from 5 years) ideally twice a year.
Early diagnosis not only saves lives, it also lowers the cost of treatment.
