Preventive Care
Routine veterinary care that helps your pet stay comfortable, healthy, and active — and catches small problems before they become big ones.
Preventive Care
- Recommended
- Yearly — twice a year for seniors
- Every visit
- Full nose-to-tail physical exam
- Screening
- Based on age and lifestyle. Goal is to catch and treat issues early.
Care that keeps pets well
Pets age far faster than we do, and they're expert at hiding discomfort. Regular wellness visits let us track your pet's health over time and spot subtle changes — in weight, teeth, joints, or bloodwork — long before they turn into something serious.
Every plan is built around your individual pet, whether you have a bouncing puppy, a busy adult, or a senior who needs a little extra support. We'll leave you with clear, practical guidance you can use at home.
What preventive care includes
A complete wellness program for every life stage.
Wellness exams
A thorough head-to-tail physical at every visit.
Weight & body condition
Body-condition scoring with a realistic weight plan.
Nutrition guidance
Diet and feeding advice tailored to age and needs.
Parasite prevention
Year-round flea, tick, and heartworm planning.
Wellness bloodwork
Baseline and screening panels to catch hidden issues.
Dental checks
Oral-health assessment with home-care coaching.
Vaccine review
We keep core and lifestyle vaccines on schedule.
Senior care
More frequent checks and screening for older pets.
What to expect at a wellness visit
Relaxed, unhurried, and focused on your pet.
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Book a visit
Reserve a wellness appointment by phone.
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Nose-to-tail exam
We check eyes, ears, mouth, heart, skin, joints, and much more.
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Screening as needed
We recommend bloodwork or other tests based on age and findings.
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Personalized plan
You leave with a clear plan for nutrition, prevention, and next steps.
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Ongoing reminders
We track due dates and remind you when it's time to return.
Frequently asked questions
How often should my pet have a checkup?
Most adult pets do well with a yearly wellness visit; seniors and pets with health conditions benefit from every 3-6 months.
My pet seems healthy — is a visit still worth it?
Yes. Pets instinctively mask illness, so a routine exam often uncovers early dental, weight, or joint issues while they're easy to manage.
What does a wellness exam cover?
A full physical, plus a discussion of diet, behaviour, parasite prevention, and any screening tests appropriate for your pet's age.
Keep your pet healthy year-round
Explore more services
Comprehensive care for dogs and cats, all under one roof in Welland.
Vaccinations
Core & lifestyle vaccines for every stage.
Diagnostics
X-ray, ultrasound, and in-house lab.
Surgery
Soft-tissue and orthopedic procedures.
Dentistry
Cleanings, X-rays, and extractions.
Orthopedics
Cruciate, fractures, and joint care.
Flea & Tick Prevention
Year-round parasite protection.
Pet Passports & Travel
Records and documents for travel.