Keeping your pet healthy isn’t just about feeding them well or giving them love — it requires regular veterinary checkups too. Annual wellness exams play a major role in maintaining your pet’s overall health and catching potential issues early. These routine visits ensure your pet lives a longer, happier, and healthier life. What Is an Annual Wellness Exam? A wellness exam is a yearly health checkup where your veterinarian evaluates your pet from nose to tail. It’s designed to: Detect early signs of illness Update vaccinations Review diet and habits Keep your pet protected from parasites Monitor overall health and aging Even if your pet appears healthy, many conditions can remain hidden until they become serious. Wellness exams help identify problems before they become harder — and more expensive — to treat. What Happens During the Exam? During a wellness visit, your veterinarian typically checks: ✔ Physical Health Eyes, ears, nose, and mouth Skin,...

Some health issues in pets cannot be found with a basic physical exam. That is why X rays play such an important role in veterinary care. At East Side Veterinary, digital X rays give vets a clear view inside your pet’s body so they can find problems early and choose the right treatment. What Pet X Rays Can Show X rays are not only for broken bones. Digital radiography helps vets see: Objects your pet may have swallowed Bladder and kidney stones Tumors inside the body Abnormal organ shapes Lung and heart conditions These images give vets the information they need without using surgery or other invasive methods. Benefits of Digital X Rays 1. Painless and non invasive Your pet does not feel anything during the process. It is quick and gentle. 2. Fast results Digital systems capture images instantly, which helps reduce stress for your pet. 3. Safe radiation levels Modern digital equipment uses lower radiation than older film systems. 4. Clear and detailed images...