Annual Pet Wellness Exams | Bethel Pet Hospital
Your pet might seem perfectly healthy on the outside, but even the happiest tail wags and loudest purrs can hide early signs of disease. That’s why annual wellness exams are one of the most important steps you can take to keep your furry family member thriving. At Bethel Pet Hospital, we offer thorough, compassionate wellness exams that allow us to catch problems early, track changes over time, and help your pet live their happiest, healthiest life.
Wellness exams are more than just a quick once-over. These visits are comprehensive check-ins that give us a full picture of your pet’s health. During the exam, our veterinarians assess your pet from nose to tail, including listening to the heart and lungs, checking the eyes and ears, feeling for lumps or abnormalities, assessing joint movement, and examining teeth and gums. We also ask about your pet’s behavior, appetite, exercise habits, and any changes you may have noticed at home.
One of the most valuable aspects of an annual wellness visit is the ability to detect issues before they become serious. Pets are experts at hiding pain and discomfort, and many conditions—like dental disease, early-stage kidney disease, or arthritis—may not be obvious until they’ve already progressed. Catching these issues early gives us the opportunity to treat them more effectively, saving you money and giving your pet better long-term outcomes.
Wellness exams also help us stay on top of preventive care. This includes making sure your pet is up to date on vaccines, parasite prevention, and recommended diagnostics like bloodwork and fecal testing. These routine measures protect your pet from serious illnesses like heartworm disease, parvovirus, leptospirosis, and intestinal parasites—all of which are far easier to prevent than treat.
At Bethel Pet Hospital, we tailor each wellness plan to your pet’s age, breed, and lifestyle. Puppies and kittens benefit from more frequent check-ups to support their rapid growth and development, while senior pets may need closer monitoring for age-related conditions. Our goal is to meet your pet’s needs at every stage of life, with a wellness plan that evolves right alongside them.
We also use wellness visits as a chance to support you. Pet health isn’t just about treatments—it’s about education and partnership. We welcome your questions and concerns and will provide honest, practical advice about everything from nutrition and exercise to behavior and dental care.
By bringing your pet in for their annual exam, you’re not just checking a box—you’re giving them the chance to live a longer, more comfortable life. Preventive care is the foundation of great veterinary medicine, and it’s a gift you give your pet every time you make that appointment.
Let’s work together to make 2025 your pet’s healthiest year yet. Call Bethel Pet Hospital today at (786) 369-5513 or visit us at 15072 SW 72nd Street,Miami, FL 33193 to schedule their annual wellness exam and take the first step toward a proactive care plan that puts their well-being first.
