Preventative
Healthcare
Yearly or bi-annual comprehensive
examinations by a skilled veterinarian
are essential in detecting health problems
early.
Comprehensive Physical Exam
Through
AAHV comprehensive physical exam, our
doctors will assess the following on
your pet: cardiovascular system, urinary
and reproductive system, central nervous
system, eyes, ears, skin, coat, mouth,
teeth, gums, body condition and weight.
Blood Parasite
Screen
Blood parasite screens are recommended once a year.
The presence of heartworms in dogs, cats or ferrets is detected through microfilaria
and antigen screening. We strongly recommend that
all dogs, cats and ferrets be on a heartworm preventative
year round. Ehrlichia and Lyme's disease,
two tick-borne diseases that can be easily transmitted
to dogs, are part of your dog's parasite screen.
Fecal Examination
This exam is intended to detect the presence of internal
parasites in your pet. Certain types of these parasites can
infect people too. It is essential to screen your
pet every six months or yearly, depending on the
parasite preventative your pet is on.
CBC (Complete
Blood Count) and Chemistry Panel
CBC's are recommended on a
yearly basis, because it is a good
indicator for anemia and possible
infection. Serum chemistries check
liver, kidney and endocrine functions.
Together these tests help to assess
your pets optimum health and may
indicate potential health problems
before symptoms appear.
Vaccinations
Dogs:
- Parvovirus and Bordetella - Yearly
- Rabies — Every 3 years
- Distemper — Every 3 years
- Adenovirus — Every 3 years
- Coronavirus — Every 3 years
- Leptospira —
Every 3 years
Cats:
- Leukemia - Yearly
- FVRCP (Rhinotrachietis, Calicivirus,
Panleukopenia) —
Every 3 years
- Rabies — Yearly (Non-adjuvant)*
or
Every 3 years (Adjuvant)*
*An adjuvant stimulates
the immune system, allowing for higher
vaccination titers and/or longer duration
of protection. Unfortunately, adjuvants
can increase the chance of adverse vaccination
reactions in some species.
Ferrets:
- Distemper — Yearly
- Rabies — Every 3 years
Birds,
Reptiles, Rabbits, Pocket Pets, & other
exotics:
These pets do not typically require
vaccinations, but annual wellness exams
are strongly recommended.
AAHV offers complete physical examinations
and timely vaccinations as the foundation
of preventative health care for your
pet.
Nutrition
We offer a wide range of diets and
we will help you select the right diet
for your pet's life stage or
ongoing health issues.
Behavioral
Counseling
In a pet's lifetime,
behavior questions are significant.
Whatever stage of life your pet is
at, the doctor and technicians have
extensive animal behavior training
and can help answer your questions.
AAHV also has an extensive video library
and educational handouts to accommodate
your needs |
