Wellness Care

We believe preventive care is the key to longer, healthier, and happier pet lives. We partner with pet owners to provide individualized, comprehensive wellness services that keep their pets optimally healthy and detect potential problems early.

Wellness Visits

Wellness visits are the cornerstone of your pet’s preventive healthcare plan. Wellness visits are essential because they allow us to establish a health baseline and monitor your pet for changes over time. They also allow for early disease detection, which leads to more effective treatment and better outcomes.

During a wellness visit, our veterinarians conduct a thorough physical and behavioral assessment. You are encouraged to ask questions and raise any concerns you might have, and we’ll discuss recommended products or services to keep your pet in optimal condition.

Physical exams

Our veterinarians perform a comprehensive physical exam each time your pet visits. Wellness exams focus on detecting common health issues that may go unnoticed at home, such as dental disease, a heart murmur, or arthritis. We check your pet from nose to tail, including their eyes, ears, mouth, skin, and coat, as well as their cardiovascular, respiratory, and musculoskeletal systems. Our approach is thorough and compassionate, ensuring your pet feels comfortable and cared for during the exam.

Vaccinations by Lifestyle

Vaccinations are essential for preventing infectious diseases that can cause serious health issues. By vaccinating your pet, you not only protect them but also help control the spread of pet diseases in the community. Our hospital offers a full range of core and non-core vaccines for pets and will work with you to develop a customized vaccine protocol.

The Family Companion

Perfect for dogs who mostly stay at home or enjoy quiet walks around the neighborhood with family. Includes:

  • Rabies
  • DHPP (Distemper, Hepatitis, Parainfluenza, Parvovirus)
  • Leptospirosis
  • Bordetella

The Social Butterfly

Ideal for dogs who love dog parks, playdates, daycare, or boarding. Includes:

  • Rabies
  • DHPP (Distemper, Hepatitis, Parainfluenza, Parvovirus)
  • Leptospirosis
  • Bordetella
  • Canine Influenza Virus (CIV)

The Explorer

Best for dogs who hike, camp, or travel in tick-prone areas. Includes:

  • Rabies
  • DHPP (Distemper, Hepatitis, Parainfluenza, Parvovirus)
  • Leptospirosis
  • Bordetella
  • Lyme

The Indoor Companion

This cat enjoys life in the safety of home—sunbeams, snuggles, and the occasional zoomie. Though indoors, they're still at risk for viruses that can enter the home on clothing, shoes, or other pets. Recommended Vaccines:

  • FVRCP (Panleukopenia, Rhinotracheitis, Calicivirus)
  • Rabies (Purevax)

The Outdoor Adventurer

Whether roaming the neighborhood, chasing butterflies, or socializing with other cats, these cats face higher exposure to contagious diseases through bites, shared bowls, or even grooming friends. Recommended Vaccines:

  • FVRCP
  • Rabies (Purevax)
  • FeLV (Feline Leukemia Virus)

Vaccine Info

Zoonotic: Yes
Type: Virus
Symptoms: Behavior changes, aggression, drooling, paralysis, death
Schedule: 12–16 weeks; booster at 1 year, then every 1–3 years

Zoonotic: No
Includes:
  • Distemper (Virus)
  • Hepatitis / Adenovirus (Virus)
  • Parainfluenza (Virus)
  • Parvovirus (Virus)
  • Symptoms: Fever, vomiting, coughing, diarrhea, lethargy, seizures
  • Schedule: 6–8, 10–12, 14–16 weeks; booster at 1 year, then every 3 years

Zoonotic: Rare
Type: Bacteria
Symptoms: Dry cough, nasal discharge, gagging, mild lethargy
Schedule: 8 weeks+; every 6–12 months based on risk

Zoonotic: No
Type: Virus
Symptoms: Cough, fever, nasal discharge, lethargy, pneumonia
Schedule: Start at 6–8 weeks; 2 doses 2–4 weeks apart; annually

Zoonotic: Yes
Type: Bacteria
Symptoms: Vomiting, fever, jaundice, kidney/liver failure
Schedule: Start at 12 weeks; 2 doses 2–4 weeks apart; annually

Zoonotic: Via Ticks
Type: Bacteria
Symptoms: Lameness, fever, swollen joints
Schedule: Start at 12 weeks; 2 doses 2–4 weeks apart; annually

Vaccination Schedule

Age Family Companion Outdoor Explorer Social Butterfly
8–10 weeks DHPP DHPP DHPP
12–14 weeks DHPP +
Bordetella (+/- 6 months)		 DHPP +
Bordetella (+/- 6 months)		 DHPP +
Bordetella (6 months)
14–16 weeks DHPP + Rabies DHPP + Rabies DHPP + Rabies
16–18 weeks Lepto (1st dose) Lepto (1st dose) Lepto (1st dose)
18–20 weeks Lepto (2nd dose) Lepto (2nd dose) Lepto (2nd dose)
20–22 weeks Lyme (1st dose) CIV (1st dose)
22–24 weeks Lyme (2nd dose) CIV (2nd dose)
12 months DHPP + Lepto + Rabies + Bordetella DHPP + Lepto + Rabies + Bordetella + Lyme DHPP + Lepto + Rabies + Bordetella + CIV
Annually Lepto + Bordetella Lepto + Bordetella + Lyme Lepto + CIV + Bordetella
Every 3 years DHPP + Rabies DHPP + Rabies DHPP + Rabies
Age Family Companion Outdoor Explorer Social Butterfly
8–10 weeks DHPP DHPP DHPP
12–14 weeks DHPP + Lepto +
Bordetella (+/- 6 months)		 DHPP + Lepto +
Bordetella (+/- 6 months)		 DHPP + Lepto +
Bordetella (6 months)
14–16 weeks DHPP + Lepto + Rabies DHPP + Lepto + Rabies DHPP + Lepto + Rabies
16–18 weeks – Lyme (1st dose) CIV (1st dose)
18–20 weeks – Lyme (2nd dose) CIV (2nd dose)
12 months DHPP + Lepto +
Rabies + Bordetella		 DHPP + Lepto +
Rabies + Lyme + Bordetella		 DHPP + Lepto +
Rabies + Bordetella + CIV
Annually Lepto + Bordetella Lepto + Lyme + Bordetella Lepto + Bordetella + CIV
Every 3 years DHPP + Rabies DHPP + Rabies DHPP + Rabies
Age Indoor Companion Outdoor Adventurer
7–9 weeks FVRCP (1st dose) FVRCP (1st dose)
10–12 weeks FVRCP (2nd)
FELV (1st)		 FVRCP (2nd)
FELV (1st)
14–16 weeks FVRCP (3rd)
FELV (2nd)
Rabies (annual)		 FVRCP (3rd)
FELV (2nd)
Rabies (annual)
1 year FVRCP, Rabies Purevax (annual) FVRCP, Rabies Purevax (annual)
FELV (2 yr)
Adult FVRCP (3 yrs)
Rabies Purevax (annual)		 FVRCP (3 yrs)
Rabies Purevax (annual)
FELV (2 yrs)

We recommend Purevax Rabies because it’s gentler and lowers the risk of reactions or tumors. If you prefer, a 3-year traditional rabies vaccine is also available.

FeLV is part of core kitten vaccines, even for indoor cats, because of possible future exposure. After the first year, boosters are only recommended for outdoor or at-risk indoor cats.

Parasite prevention

Parasite prevention protocols protect your pet from the serious health issues caused by fleas, ticks, heartworms, and intestinal worms. Effective prevention also reduces the risk of parasite transmission to other household pets and vulnerable family members, especially children. Our veterinarians assess each pet’s lifestyle to develop a year-round prevention plan.

We offer the following parasite prevention services:

  • Fecal parasite testing and treatment
  • Heartworm testing and treatment
  • Skin and ear mite testing and treatment
  • Deworming medications
  • Heartworm preventive products
  • Flea and tick preventive products

Wellness diagnostics

Routine wellness diagnostics and screening tests help catch health issues early, often before symptoms appear at home. Early detection allows more effective treatment and can add years to your pet’s life. Our hospital offers a range of diagnostic tests, including blood tests, urinalysis, and diagnostic imaging.

Our veterinarians may discuss the following tests with you at your pet’s wellness visit:

  • Blood work
  • Urinalysis
  • Parasite screening
  • Canine tick-borne disease screening
  • Feline viral disease screening
  • Blood pressure screening
  • X-rays
  • Blood cancer screening/liquid biopsy