Dog Health Checkup
Finding disease before it hurts — that is what a checkup does.
Signs to watch for
- Over 7 years old and never had a checkup
- Water intake or weight is slowly changing
- A breed with known family risks (heart, patella, etc.)
- Looks healthy, but you want to be sure
- Needs a full assessment before surgery or anesthesia
What causes it?
Why regular checkups?
One year for a dog equals roughly 4–7 human years. Even an annual checkup is like a person going years between physicals — for seniors we recommend every 6–12 months.
Disease progresses without symptoms
Kidneys often show nothing until about 70% of function is lost, and heart disease can advance silently. A checkup is the net that catches this quiet phase.
Age-tailored panels
Young dogs: congenital screening. Middle age: baseline values on record. Seniors: heart, kidney, and hormone workups — each age needs different tests.
How we diagnose & treat
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Step 1. Pre-checkup questionnaire
Lifestyle, family history, and existing signs shape the panel design.
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Step 2. Physical exam
Weight and body condition, heart murmurs, patella, lymph nodes — a full physical.
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Step 3. Blood & urine tests
Liver, kidney, glucose, electrolytes, anemia screening, and urinalysis.
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Step 4. Imaging
Chest and abdominal X-rays plus abdominal ultrasound.
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Step 5. Cardiac evaluation
Echocardiography for seniors and predisposed breeds to assess the valves.
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Step 6. Results consultation
We walk through the report together, item by item, with a care direction.
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Step 7. Annual care plan
Next checkup interval integrated with vaccination and prevention schedules.
Key checkup items
- Blood chemistry · CBC
- Urinalysis
- Chest & abdominal X-ray
- Abdominal ultrasound
- Echocardiography (optional)
- Blood pressure
- Hormone tests (optional)
FAQ
For accurate results we recommend 8–12 hours of fasting (water is fine). We will confirm the right instructions for your dog when you book.
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