Wellness Exams
At Edina Pet Hospital in Edina, MN, we believe that regular checkups and wellness exams are critical to your pets’ well-being. These wellness exams give us a chance to evaluate the overall health of your pet while also giving us a baseline for their unique bodies and tendencies.
Not only do these exams keep us up-to-date with your pets’ health, but they also allow us to detect potential problems before they become serious. This thorough checkup gives us vital information to help keep your pet healthy!
Regular wellness exams also make your pet more familiar with our veterinary hospital, which makes future visits easier on them and you. Please contact us today if you have any questions or would like to learn more about how we care for your pet.
Vaccinations
Vaccination is a critical element of your pets’ overall health care. There are a number of illnesses that require vaccination, and pets of different regions face unique risks as well.
That is why it’s important to consult with a veterinarian about the necessary vaccinations to protect your pet from illness.
Flea & Tick Control Products
Here at Edina Pet Hospital, we are proud to offer flea and tick prevention to our patients.
Fleas can be horrible. Not only do they infest your pets, but also they live in many dark spaces in your home. They like dark and warm places. They can be found in carpet, bedding, and more. If you get fleas in your home, it is not easy to get rid of them.
Fleas cause your pets to be itchy. They may dig themselves raw until their skin gets infected. The worst part about fleas is that many pets are allergic to them. Even one or two fleas will drive these pets crazy.
Ticks are also a problem in our area. They feed off of the blood of your pets. This is often not enough to make your pets sick. However, many ticks carry terrible diseases such as Lyme Disease, Ehrlichia, and more. Some dogs are allergic to tick bites, which causes a serious problem.
Fortunately for us, we offer a prevention (or preventative choices) for fleas and ticks. These medications need to be given every month for the best results. We also recommend giving them all year round because fleas and ticks can cause problems no matter what time of year it is.
Microchipping
It’s a terrible feeling to know that your pet is lost and on their own, but it’s an avoidable one. Microchipping pets is the best way to ensure their safe return in the unfortunate event that they become lost.
We know your pets are members of your family, and we want to make sure you stay together. We highly advise all pet owners to microchip their pets.
Nutritional Counseling
Here at Edina Pet Hospital, we are very excited to offer nutritional counseling for pet owners in Edina, MN and the surrounding communities.
Nutrition is so important for pets throughout their lives. As animals age, their nutritional needs change. There are puppy, adult, and senior diets to accommodate pets’ changing needs. Then there are also diets made to help pets with certain diseases and conditions. It is important to discuss your pets’ diets with our staff every time you visit our hospital.
A very common problem in pets that needs to be addressed is obesity. Many owners overfeed their pets when they beg. They also like to show their pets their love by feeding them treats. However, obesity can be a real problem. Talk to one of our friendly staff members to get your pets on a diet and exercise plan to get them back on track to a healthier life.
Heartworm Control
Ensuring your pet’s well-being goes beyond routine care; it involves proactive measures, such as heartworm prevention. Implementing a heartworm control program not only safeguards your animal from a potentially life-threatening parasitic infection but also contributes to their overall health and longevity. Heartworm disease, transmitted through mosquito bites, can lead to severe cardiovascular complications.
By administering preventive medications, you create a protective shield, mitigating the risk of infection and sparing your pet from the distressing symptoms associated with heartworms. Regular veterinary consultations at Edina Pet Hospital can guide you in selecting the most suitable plan tailored to your pet’s needs.