Pet Wellness Exams in Webster

How Often Should My Pet Have a Wellness Exam?

At Neighborhood Veterinary Centers NASA, we recommend annual wellness exams for most pets and bi-annual exams for seniors or those with chronic conditions. Regular exams help us catch issues early and adjust your pet’s care plan as needed.

Puppies and kittens may need more frequent visits to ensure proper growth, vaccinations, and development. As pets enter adulthood, annual exams allow us to monitor their health and maintain preventive care. Older pets benefit from more frequent check-ins to detect age-related issues like arthritis, organ changes, or mobility concerns before they worsen.

These exams help us:

• Detect illness early when it’s easiest to treat
• Monitor ongoing conditions like diabetes, arthritis, or thyroid disease
• Check for parasites (heartworms, fleas, ticks)
• Perform bloodwork or diagnostics as needed
• Update vaccines and adjust prevention plans

What to Expect During a Pet Wellness Exam

Every pet exam includes a full nose-to-tail evaluation and time with our veterinary team to discuss your pet’s health. We’ll ask questions about your pet’s behavior, diet, appetite, and mobility.

We may also recommend or perform:

• Weight check and body condition score
• Dental exam
• Fecal test for intestinal parasites
• Heartworm testing
• Bloodwork to assess organ function

If we notice anything concerning, we’ll create a clear and practical care plan, so you can feel confident in the next steps for your pet’s well-being.