Where Your Pet’s Good Health Begins
Routine and preventive care are the cornerstones of your pet’s happiest, healthiest life. From specialized preventive medicine to regular pet wellness exams, our goal at Bayshore Animal Hospital is to prevent health issues before they arise. Wellness care includes regular checkups, vaccinations, dental care, parasite prevention, dietary management, behavioral counseling, and more — all designed to keep the dogs and cats of Charlevoix, Petoskey and Boyne City thriving at every stage of life.
Wellness Care, Tailor-Made For Your Dog Or Cat
Wellness exams give us the chance to really get to know your pet and what’s normal for them, establish a baseline for their health, and quickly detect any changes that may indicate a problem. Health issues often go undetected in pets — they’re remarkably good at hiding discomfort — and by the time symptoms become obvious, conditions can be more serious and more difficult to treat. Even if your pet appears perfectly healthy, regular checkups are one of the most important things you can do to support their long-term well-being.
Your pet’s health is always our top priority, which is why we recommend annual wellness exams for most adult pets and twice-yearly exams for seniors. As pets age, routine bloodwork and radiographs become an increasingly valuable part of wellness care — they allow us to monitor the aging process, catch changes early, and help your dog or cat feel their best for as long as possible.
A Comprehensive Look At Your Pet’s Health
During a wellness exam at Bayshore Animal Hospital, our veterinarians perform a thorough nose-to-tail evaluation of your pet’s overall health. We’ll check their eyes, ears, teeth, heart, lungs, joints, and skin; assess their weight and nutritional status; and talk with you about behavior, lifestyle, and any concerns you may have. We see wellness care as a true partnership — your observations of your pet at home are just as valuable as anything we see in the exam room.
Taking care of your beloved pet’s health starts with regular wellness care. To schedule a wellness exam for your dog or cat, give us a call today!
What’s Included In A Pet Wellness Exam
- Eye and Ear Exam
- Dental Exam
- Musculoskeletal Exam
- Internal Health Evaluation
- Neurological Evaluation
- Cardiovascular Evaluation
- Nutrition Consultation
- Behavioral Counseling