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25182 Hancock Ave.
Murrieta, CA 92562
Phone 951-698-7387
Fax 951-698-4492
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ANNUAL EXAMS
How is your pet
really doing?
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Office Hours
Mon - Fri: 7 am - 6 pm
Sat: 8 am -
12 pm
Sun: Closed After hours emergency, please call
California Veterinary Specialist at 951-600-9803
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You got your reminder in the mail about your pet's annual exam.
Should you or shouldn't you - what could it hurt to skip a year
- your pet seems normal.
Delaying your pet's annual exam can
hurt since your pet does not always show when he/she is sick.
Most pets will hide their illnesses until they are advanced.
In addition, animals age more quickly than humans, one year can
be about 5-10 comparative years in your pet's life. A lot
can change in that time.
Annual exams with your veterinarian will provide optimal health
care and the best longevity for your pet. Their special
training and experience will help detect subtle illness that
does not always show on a day-to-day basis. Your vet will
do a thorough exam which includes abdominal palpation for pain,
checking the eyes for cataract, ears for cleaning or medication,
teeth and gums for dental disease along with signs of allergies
and skin problems. Checking weight yearly helps to keep
your pet in check from obesity or unusual weight loss.
As your pet goes into middle to old age, the annual exam becomes
much more important. Certain problems that may seem like
"old age" may be an underling disease that is very treatable.
As your pet get older, your vet may recommend additional tests
that help to determine the overall health of your pet.
Remember, the primary goal for your vet is to keep your pet
healthy and provide the best care available. |
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