Pet Exams in Covington, GA

When your pet is happy and healthy, you’re happy, too--and so are we! At Hometown Vets, we want to know how your pet is doing between visits. And nothing makes us happier than seeing them for their annual or semiannual checkup to make sure they’re thriving. With regular pet exams and preventative care, dogs and cats have the chance to live longer and have a better quality of life. Keeping them well and giving you proper guidance regarding your pet’s care are our highest priorities.

Book your pet’s next wellness appointment today by calling (770) 728-4302.

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How Routine Exams can Benefit Your Pet

Dogs and cats grow up and get older just like their humans do, and as they age, what they’ll need to stay healthy will change right along with them. Puppies and kittens need a different healthcare plan than adult and senior pets, and vice versa.

Here are some of the reasons why we recommend seeing your pet at least once a year for a full exam:

Your vet will be able to chart your pet’s health and medical history from one year to the next, and we can use this information to guide our treatment plans
You and your pet will build a stronger, more trusting relationship with your vet
Our team will be in a position to better detect subtle, underlying health issues in your pet
Your pet will get the care they need to be healthy and stay healthy longer

What’s Included in a Pet Exam?

Your pet’s wellness check and exam typically has several parts:

First, we’ll check your pet’s weight, temperature, heart, and lungs, and ask you general questions about how your pet is doing at home.
We can also administer your pet’s vaccinations if they’re due.
Annual blood and fecal testing helps us check your pet for heartworms, intestinal worms, and more.
If you have a puppy or kitten with worms, we’ll administer deworming treatment to help clear up the infestation.
If your pet is a senior, your vet might recommend taking X-rays to evaluate their heart and lungs.
We can also replenish your pet’s parasite preventatives if they’re running low.
Have questions about your pet’s nutrition, exercise, and behavior? We’ll be happy to provide answers.

No matter your pet’s age, our team will have a healthcare plan tailored just for them. Before your pet’s first exam, be sure to list down any questions and concerns you have so we can address them when you come in.

Dogs and Cats Need Year-Round Parasite Protection in Covington

Heartworms, fleas, ticks, and intestinal worms will always be a health risk for pets. Make sure your dog and/or cat are given their routine doses of parasite preventative as directed throughout the year! This will not only protect them from infestations; it will also significantly lower their risk for heartworm disease and tick-borne illnesses.