Not exact matches
Wellness care here at the South Towne Veterinary Hospital include a physical
exam,
thorough screenings for common diseases
such as heartworm and lymes disease, and important vaccines that will protect your dog or cat from preventable and serious diseases.
If your pet seems to have any of these symptoms we recommend making an appointment for an evaluation, which will involve a
thorough physical
exam and possibly further diagnostics
such as X-rays.
Not only will the veterinary
exam be less
thorough in
such situations, but fear, anxiety and stress are contagious.
Please remember that any animals exhibiting behavioral disorders should have a
thorough veterinary
exam ruling out any medical conditions
such as pain, infections, or endocrine disorders like hypothyroidism.
This is often done by taking a very
thorough history, performing a full physical
exam, and completing some diagnostic tests
such as skin scrapings, swabs of the skin or ears, and blood testing.
With a
thorough exam, your vet also can recommend supplements
such as glucosamine or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), which help reduce inflammation and relieve pain.