Wellness & Preventative Care
From first puppy or kitten visit to adulthood, we support pets in all stages to live their healthiest and happiest life by incorporating preventative care, dog and cat vaccines, screening, and pet health monitoring. A wellness visit starts with a thorough examination by the doctor in a fear-free environment, followed by a review of your pet’s medical history, any diagnostic testing needed, necessary vaccines and treatments, and a consultation with the vet about your pet’s health, nutrition, behavior, breed specific guidance, dental health, arthritis or pain, or any other specific concerns you may have about your pet.
We are able to administer all core vaccines to dogs and cats, plus many others based on each patient’s individualized health and risk including:
Rabies
Distemper & Parvo (DHPP)
Leptospirosis
Bordetella (Kennel Cough)
Canine Influenza
Feline FVRCP
Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV)
Rattlesnake Vaccine
Vaccines
In Texas, our pets are at risk from a variety of pests and parasites. Consult with our veterinarians about keeping your dog or cat on appropriate prevention and regular deworming to ensure they live a full and happy life. And if your pet doesn’t do well for oral pills, ask us today about our injectable Heartworm and Flea/Tick preventative options!
Heartworm, Flea & Tick Prevention
Early detection and diagnosis is one of the best ways for you to keep your pet healthy. We offer the ability to screen for a variety of diseases and infections in dogs and cats at their annual wellness check including:
Heartworm Testing
Fecal Parasite Testing
Blood Testing
X-ray Radiography
Ultrasound Imaging
FeLV & FIV Testing
Diagnostic Monitoring
A microchip is a great way to ensure your pet can be identified even without a collar, and returned to you promptly. Consult with our office about placing a microchip, or verifying/updating your pet’s existing microchip contact information.
Microchips
Frequently Asked Questions
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We recommend annual visits, with more frequent visits for older pets or pets diagnosed with a chronic condition.
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In Boerne, the risk of heartworms to dogs and cats is present all year. Even indoor pets should be on regular heartworm prevention.
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Fleas and ticks present a risk not only to our pets, but also to human housemates. CONTACT us today to consult with one of our veterinarians about safe and affordable treatment options.
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Regular nail trimming is important to prevent claw overgrowth and discomfort in our pets. Our staff is ready to help in our fear-free environment. CONTACT us today to have your dog or cat’s nails trimmed.
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During a wellness exam, your veterinarian performs a comprehensive physical examination, evaluates your pet's weight and body condition, reviews medical history, discusses nutrition and lifestyle, assesses dental health, and recommends preventive care based on your pet's needs.
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Puppy vaccines start between 6-8 weeks of age, and continue with regular visits and boosters until around 16 weeks of age.
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Kitten vaccines start between 6-8 weeks of age, and continue with regular visits and boosters until around 16 weeks of age.