Bring Your Furry Friend in for Exams at a Pet Clinic

Too many animal owners give their furry (and sometimes scaly or feathered) friends lavish attention but fail to give them what they really need in terms of their health. Any animal of yours should be examined by a good pet clinic at least twice a year, the same way you would take your kids in for regular health examinations or your car in for regular oil changes. By doing this, you can stay on top of any vaccinations, shots, and any health concerns that may be developing. It is always much easier to focus on prevention than cure. If you can catch problems just as they start, you can ensure your animal doesn't have to go through unnecessary pain and discomfort.

Age

Everyone knows the old calculation about a dog's year being equal to seven human years. While this may not be an exact ratio, there is no question that our animals age faster than we do. You wouldn't take your child in for a checkup once every seven years (or less often), so there is no sense in making your dog or cat wait that long. When you age as quickly as they do, health concerns can pop up before you know it. Even age-related conditions can begin occurring while you're still thinking of your furry friend as a puppy. A pet clinic can identify any problems early and get your animal on the road to recovery and treatment.

Shots

It is essential that you ensure that your animal gets the shots and preventative medication he needs to stay healthy and strong. Dogs, cats, reptiles, and other animals are prone to all manner of conditions and diseases that humans don't need to worry about. A pet clinic will know which of these conditions to watch out for and recommend the appropriate medications to prevent them. Without these medications and shots, you could be dooming your animal to suffer from issues that are unnecessary. Fleas are another concern for dogs and cats, so you may want to consider putting them on a preventative medication for those as well.

Don't Assume Wellness

Your bird is eating well and chirping the day away. Your dog is happy to go outside and play fetch anytime you want. Your cat...well, your cat is behaving in the strange and mysterious way that cats like to behave! But while your animal may be showing you the outward signs of happiness, you can never simply assume wellness. Trust a pet clinic to give your animal a full examination and make sure that they are happy and healthy for life.