Preventative health care is more than just vaccinations. The most important aspect of a comprehensive preventive health care plan is the physical examination. We strive to educate clients on proper vaccination protocols, heartworm prophylaxis, nutritional support, and weight management. Preventative health care is the best way to achieve a long and happy life for your pet.

Medications are often necessary for the optimum care of your pet. We have an in-house pharmacy. In the pharmacy, we can tailor our treatment to the need of your specific pet. If your pet should need something that we do not have in our clinic, we can order that medication quickly, ship it to your house, or script it out at your preferred pharmacy.

Professional physical examinations are the most important aspect of quality pet care. Because animals age faster than their owners, examinations are needed more frequently than once a year. We perform a comprehensive examination on each pet prior to performing any immunizations, procedures, or treatments. Many diseases can be detected prior to the development of damaging clinical signs. Sometimes a small problem is an indication of a larger disorder or disease process. We also offer specialized examinations, such as ocular (eye) examinations, orthopedic (limping dog/ cat) examinations, internal parasite examinations, external parasite exams, neurological exams, and many others.

Every pet owner adores puppies, and at Central Shore Veterinary Services, we are dedicated to helping you understand your new family member. Our resources encompass a wide range of essential topics, including housebreaking techniques, vaccination schedules, dental care, flea and tick control, heartworm prevention, home pet-proofing, and various tips to ensure your furry friend receives the highest quality care.

Once a pet reaches the age of seven (even earlier in some large breed dogs), they are entering their senior years. The health of your pet can change very rapidly during these senior years. Early disease detection is pertinent to quality of life. Frequent testing helps to detect disease as early as possible. Recommended tests include a complete blood count and blood health profile, urinalysis, fecal examinations, EKG, and glaucoma screening. Other tests are recommended depending on the evaluation of your pet.

Many people think about vaccinations when they think about their wellness care. There are many components to a wellness program, but vaccinations do provide one of the best lines of defense against many diseases. We carefully select our vaccination lines from among many top vaccination providers. This allows us to offer the best vaccines, with the lowest risk to your pet. We also follow the latest in vaccination guidelines, which often coincide with those published by the American Animal Hospital Association.

Vaccinations that we recommend for dogs include:

• Distemper Virus
• Adenovirus
• Parvovirus
• ParaInfluenza
• Leptosporosis
• Rabies Virus
• Bordetella (Kennel Cough)
• Lyme Disease
• Canine Influenza