Vet Check Ups Houston TX

Cat and dog owners are trying to do the best they can during a slumping economy, and when it comes to pet care, people aren’t skimping, according to Dr. Bill Grant II, president of the California Veterinary Medical Association.

“Even though we’re dealing with, for the most part, disposable income, pet care has not been affected by the economy,” he said. “Surprisingly, people are still taking every available precaution they can to provide health care for their pets. I really haven’t seen a significant downturn at all with the care of their pets.”

This means providing regular veterinary check-ups and consultations regarding vaccinations, nutrition, and exercise as kittens and puppies age. According to CVMA, younger and otherwise healthy animals should get a veterinary exam at a minimum every year.

For senior pets, exams are recommended more frequently to catch early signs of medical problems. However, Grant said, every animal is different and it’s important to speak with a vet about an individual pet’s needs.

“Animals age more rapidly than humans, especially large-breed dogs,” he said. “One year to a human can be as many as seven years biologically for a pet. Due to this relatively rapid aging, postponing a veterinary visit for just a couple of months could be the human equivalent of delaying a potentially life-saving test for years.”

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