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Comprehensive Pet Wellness Exams: Long-Term Health Starts Here

Preventative care, early detection, and experienced vets ensure your furry friend stays happy and healthy.

Why Wellness Exams Matter

Pets Age Faster Than Humans

Did you know that one year for your pet can equate to 5-7 human years? Changes in their health happen quickly, often before you notice.

They Can’t Tell You What’s Wrong

Animals instinctively hide discomfort, making it hard to spot issues on your own. That’s why regular check-ups are crucial for catching problems early.

Early Detection is Everything

Wellness exams can detect treatable conditions in their earliest stages, leading to better health outcomes, less invasive treatments, and an enhanced quality of life for your pet.

Exams Provide a Full Picture of Health

Regular wellness exams go beyond just checking your pet’s weight or temperature. These visits allow your Nimbus veterinarian to assess all aspects of your pet’s health, including their heart, lungs, digestive system, joints, and more. Through routine blood work and diagnostic testing, underlying conditions that may not show visible symptoms can be uncovered. Early diagnosis of issues like diabetes, kidney disease, or heart conditions means treatment can start sooner, potentially extending your pet’s life and improving their overall well-being.

Vaccinations and Parasite Prevention During exams, your veterinarian can ensure your pet is up-to-date on vaccinations and discuss the best strategies for parasite prevention. Fleas, ticks, and heartworms are more than just nuisances they can cause serious health problems that are often preventable with regular care. Staying proactive in this area saves your pet from avoidable discomfort and helps avoid costly emergency treatments. Monitor Development and Aging Exams are also a key opportunity to track your pet’s development over time. For young pets, they ensure proper growth and development, while for aging pets, they help manage age-related conditions like arthritis or vision loss. By catching changes early and tailoring care to their life stage, you give your pet the best chance at a happy, comfortable life.

Why Choose Nimbus Pet Hospital?

At Nimbus Pet Hospital, we’re proud to offer comprehensive physical exams designed to provide the best care for your pet. Here’s what sets us apart:

Preventative, Long-Term Focus: We’re dedicated to maintaining your pet’s health and preventing issues before they arise.
Comprehensive Assessments: We cover it all including behavior, dental health, coat and skin condition, and internal health.
Experienced, Compassionate Vets: Our team of Tigard & Beaverton, Oregon-based vets treats every pet like a member of their own family.
Personalized Consultations: We’ll review our findings with you and provide tailored nutritional recommendations for your pet’s unique needs.

What’s Included in Your Pet’s Exam?

Our thorough wellness exams ensure we leave no stone unturned. During your pet’s exam, we’ll assess:

General Demeanor & Physical Condition: How they stand, walk, and behave can reveal important details about their health.
Coat & Skin: Excessive oiliness, dryness, lumps, or hair loss can indicate underlying issues.
Eyes, Ears, and Nose: We’ll check for abnormal discharge, redness, or other potential concerns.
Heart Health: We evaluate heart rate, rhythm, and blood pressure to ensure everything’s functioning as it should.
Internal Organs: We’ll check your pet’s abdomen for signs of discomfort or abnormalities in organs like the liver and kidneys.

Exam FAQs

Here are answers to some frequently asked questions about your pet’s exam: How long does a typical pet exam take? A standard wellness exam usually takes about 30 – 60 minutes, depending on your pet’s needs and whether additional tests are required. How often should my pet have a wellness exam? It’s recommended to bring your pet in for a routine check-up at least once a year. Senior pets or those with medical conditions may need more frequent visits. What should I bring to the exam? Bring any medical records, vaccination history, and a list of questions or concerns you have about your pet. Having a sample of your pet’s stool may also be helpful. Will my pet need vaccinations during the exam? If your pet is due for vaccinations, we can administer them during the visit. We’ll review their vaccination history to ensure they’re up-to-date. What if the exam reveals an issue? If we discover a health concern, we’ll discuss the findings in detail and recommend the next steps, which could include further testing, treatments, or lifestyle changes.

Give Your Pet the Care They Deserve

Don’t wait for symptoms to appear. Regular wellness exams are the key to a longer, happier life for your furry friend. Schedule Your Pet’s Exam Today and Take the First Step Towards Lifelong Health Proudly serving pets and families in Tigard, Beaverton, Portland, and the surrounding community.