Preventative Pet Health

Proactive Care for a Healthier, Happier Pet

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At Mountain View Animal Hospital & Holistic Pet Care Center, we prioritize making your pet's visit with us as comfortable as possible. We offer aromatherapy, individual exam cabins, and a feline-exclusive exam room to ensure your pet gets the best care possible. Please reach out to us to discuss any additional accommodations your pet may need to ensure they have a comfortable experience at our hospital.

We pride ourselves on offering a truly comprehensive portfolio of preventative services, such as:

Preventative and Holistic Services We Offer

Preventative care is an essential puzzle piece in ensuring your pet lives a long, happy life. Preventative care is important, as it allows you to catch potential issues early and stop them from developing into more serious problems down the road. This approach not only spares your pet from unnecessary discomfort but also helps you avoid expensive vet bills.

Routine check-ups, vaccinations, dental care, and grooming all contribute to your pet's overall well-being. At Mountain View Animal Hospital & Holistic Pet Care, we take an integrative approach to vet care. By blending traditional treatment methods with holistic practices, your pet receives whole-body care that helps them succeed in every aspect of their wellness.

Why Is Preventative Pet Care Important?

Keeping your pet happy and healthy starts with simple, everyday care. Preventative pet care focuses on maintaining your pet's health through proactive methods like a balanced diet, regular exercise, and mental stimulation. In addition to your at-home care, your pet also needs routine preventative care at a veterinarian's office to ensure all of their wellness needs are being met. By addressing your pet's physical, emotional, and environmental needs, you can help your pet live a longer, healthier life.

At Mountain View Animal Hospital & Holistic Pet Care, we focus on every aspect of your pet's health to ensure a happy, vibrant life. Our commitment to combining traditional veterinary medicine with holistic approaches sets us apart, allowing us to deliver care that addresses both physical and emotional needs. As one of the few AAHA-accredited practices, we adhere to the highest standards in veterinary excellence, ensuring your pet receives unparalleled care.

Integrative Preventative Health Care in Reno, NV

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Wellness Examination

Pet wellness exams are complete check-ups designed to evaluate your pet’s overall health and detect potential issues early. These appointments include an examination of the entire body, including the ears, eyes, nose, throat, heart, lungs, abdomen, skin, muscles, joints, and lymph nodes, to name a few. We will also discuss your pet’s lifestyle and any questions or concerns you have about your pet’s health. This is an excellent time for your pet to receive necessary preventative treatments like vaccinations and parasite control. Regular wellness exams are essential to ensure your pet remains healthy throughout every stage of their life.

It is important to note that Nevada Veterinary Medical Law requires an annual examination (at least once every 12 months) by a veterinarian at the treating hospital before receiving any diagnostics or therapies.

Rectal Examination

Rectal examinations are vital to assessing your pet’s gastrointestinal and rectal health. These exams include an evaluation of your pet’s anal gland to check for abnormalities in their rectal area, like anal polyps, prostate disease, and anal gland cancer. A yearly fecal exam will also be performed, as the CDC recommends looking for any worms or parasites that could be dangerous to your pet or your family.

Vaccines

Just like humans, vaccines can help protect your pet from serious, life-threatening diseases including distemper, rabies, hepatitis, and parvovirus. A vaccine schedule tailored to your pet’s specific needs, lifestyle, and risk factors ensures your pet receives the necessary protection to safeguard their health and the health of the community they are in contact with.

Antibody Titer Test

Antibody titer tests measure the amount of disease-specific antibodies in your pet’s blood to determine if they are still protected from a previous vaccine. This test can help avoid any unintended side effects from a booster when your pet is still protected from the original vaccine. It is important to note that the rabies vaccine is mandatory by law regardless of antibody titer test results.

Wellness Blood Work, Including Heartworm Testing

Blood work provides a detailed look at your pet’s internal health, including their iron levels, organ function, and metabolic condition. Heartworm testing is also an essential part of this process to ensure your pet is free from potentially life-threatening parasites.

Dental Exam

Dental exams can identify plaque buildup, gum disease, and other oral health issues before they become advanced dental disease. Our animal hospital offers Preventative Non-Anesthetized Teeth Cleanings (PTCAs) and regular dental cleanings with anesthesia. PTCAs are a great option for maintaining dental health between your pet’s regularly scheduled anesthetized dental cleanings.

Early Detection & Disease Screenings

Early detection and disease screenings use advanced tools and diagnostic techniques like fecal tests, blood tests, and urine analysis, to identify potential health problems before symptoms appear. This early intervention is invaluable in getting your pet the treatment they need to set them up for the best outcome possible.

Behavior & Anxiety Evaluations

Behavior and anxiety evaluations are used to screen for any underlying stressors or behavioral issues that your pet is experiencing. These assessments provide insight into your pet’s emotional health to help create a treatment plan that focuses on training, environmental modifications, and holistic therapies.

Nutritional Consultations

Diet is key to your pet’s long, healthy life. Nutrition counseling focuses on creating a diet tailored to your pet’s unique characteristics, including its age, breed, weight, lifestyle, activity level, and health conditions. Proper nutrition supports a balanced immune system and energy levels and helps your pet thrive at every stage of life.

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Trust Mountain View Animal Hospital & Holistic Pet Care for Comprehensive Preventative Care

At Mountain View Animal Hospital & Holistic Pet Care, we understand that a healthy pet is a happy pet. That’s why we offer a robust range of preventative care services tailored to your pet’s specific needs. From wellness examinations to advanced diagnostic screenings, we strive to detect and address potential health issues before they arise, ensuring your pet enjoys a longer, healthier life. Our approach includes everything from essential vaccinations and dental care to more specialized services like antibody titer testing and early disease screenings.

What sets us apart is our integrative approach. We combine traditional veterinary care with holistic therapies such as acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, and nutritional counseling. This ensures we address not only your pet’s physical needs but their emotional and environmental well-being as well. As an AAHA-accredited practice, we uphold the highest standards of care, providing a safe, welcoming environment. Call us at (775) 853-6900 or complete our contact form to schedule an appointment today.