Preventive Care That Keeps Your Pet Healthy Year-Round

A wellness exam is a comprehensive head-to-tail health check-up performed by one of our veterinarians. At Robertsdale Animal Clinic, we believe preventive care is the single most important thing you can do for your pet’s long-term health.

Annual wellness exams allow us to catch problems early, often before your pet shows any obvious signs of illness. That early detection can mean simpler treatment, lower costs, and better outcomes for your companion.

What’s Included in a Wellness Exam

Every wellness visit at our Robertsdale clinic is thorough and personalized. Depending on your pet’s age, breed, and health history, your exam may include:

• A complete nose-to-tail physical examination
• Core and lifestyle-based vaccine updates
• Parasite screening (heartworm, flea/tick, intestinal parasites)
• Fecal and urinalysis testing
• Blood panels to assess organ function and overall health
• Dental health evaluation
• Weight and nutritional assessment
• A conversation about any behavioral or lifestyle changes you’ve noticed

Building a Health Baseline

One of the most valuable things a wellness exam does is establish a baseline for your pet’s normal. Bloodwork, weight, and vitals that seem routine today become a critical reference point if your pet gets sick down the road. Our team uses that history to spot trends and make smarter decisions about your pet’s care.

How Often Should My Pet Be Seen?

We recommend annual wellness exams for healthy adult dogs and cats. Senior pets (generally 7 years and older) benefit from twice-yearly visits, since age-related conditions can develop and progress quickly. Puppies and kittens follow an accelerated schedule to complete their vaccine series and early screenings.

Schedule Your Pet’s Wellness Exam

Robertsdale Animal Clinic is located at 21102 AL-59, right across from Central Baldwin Immediate Care. Call us at (251) 947-7297 or request an appointment online to get your pet on the schedule.