Pet Wellness Exam
in Rock Hill

Complete preventive care makes for happy, healthy pets.

Routine vet exams are the foundation of a long, healthy life for your pet.

Just like us, pets benefit from preventive care that helps detect potential issues early on before they develop into more serious problems.

Our knowledgeable veterinary team at Shiland Animal Hospital performs thorough wellness exams for the cats and dogs of the Rock Hill, SC area. ensuring your fur baby stays happy and healthy at every stage of life. By bringing your pet in for routine check-ups, you’re giving them the best chance at a long, vibrant life by preventing illness and catching any issues before they start.

Annual Veterinary Check-ups: A Must for Every Pet

Routine check-ups play a crucial role in keeping your pet healthy. We recommend that all pets visit their veterinarian at least once a year, even if they appear to be in great health. Annual exams allow vets to catch any changes in your pet’s health early so that we stay ahead of potential concerns. During these exams, we’ll perform a full physical evaluation, from checking your pet’s weight and dental health to examining their heart, lungs, and joints. In addition to the physical exam, we’ll also administer any necessary vaccines to protect your pet from common and preventable diseases. Keeping up with vaccines is essential to preventing serious health issues like rabies, distemper, and more. For cats and dogs 4 years and older, we strongly recommend routine blood work as part of their annual check-up. This allows us to monitor their vital organ function and catch early signs of illness, such as kidney or liver disease, that may not be visible in a physical exam alone.

Give Your Pet Year-Round Parasite Protection

Protecting your pet from parasites contributes to their overall wellness. Fleas, ticks, and heartworms aren’t just a nuisance—they can pose serious health risks to your pet. Fleas can cause itching and skin infections, ticks can spread Lyme disease, and heartworms can be fatal if left untreated. That’s why we recommend keeping your pet on a year-round preventive regimen to keep these parasites at bay.

During your pet’s annual wellness exam, we will perform a heartworm test to check that they are not infected and provide guidance on the best flea, tick, and heartworm preventatives based on your pet’s lifestyle and needs. Preventing these parasites is far easier (and more affordable) than treating the diseases they cause, so we emphasize the importance of keeping up with your pet’s parasite prevention plan throughout the year.

Annual pet exams are a perfect time to discuss concerns.

Your pet’s wellness exam is the ideal opportunity to discuss any questions or concerns you may have about their health, behavior, or diet. Our veterinarians are partners in your pet’s care, offering expert advice and guidance on a wide range of topics. Have you noticed a change in your pet’s behavior? Is your pet’s weight a concern? Are you unsure if their diet is providing the right nutrients?

We can guide you on everything from selecting the best food for your pet to managing their weight and offering tips for training and behavior management. Our team is here to provide answers and personalized recommendations whether you’re worried about unusual behavior or just want advice on how to keep your pet healthy.

We will partner with you for lifelong health.

At Shiland Animal Hospital, we see pet wellness exams as more than just a routine check-up—they are a chance for us to get to know you and your pet better and to build a long-term partnership focused on their health and happiness. Need a same-day appointment or walk-in? Just give us a call! Schedule your pet’s wellness exam today, and let’s work together to keep your furry family member healthy and happy for many years to come.

Shiland Animal Hospital performs wellness exams for cats and dogs in Rock Hill, Fort Mill, York, Lancaster, Chester, Indian Land, York County, and Lancaster County, SC, as well as Pineville, NC and the greater Charlotte, NC area.

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