Comprehensive Cat & Dog Wellness Exams in Harrisonburg, VA

Preventive care is the foundation of a long, healthy, and happy life for your pet. Annual or semi-annual exams give us the chance to catch issues early—before they become painful, costly, or more difficult to treat. Whether your pet is a bouncy new puppy or a dignified senior cat, wellness visits help us tailor their care every step of the way.

At Ashby Animal Clinic, we are devoted to keeping your pet happy and healthy through regular wellness exams and preventive care services.

Schedule your furry friend’s wellness exam today to stay on top of their proactive health care! Our Harrisonburg veterinarians can’t wait to meet your pet!

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Why Wellness Exams Matter for Every Pet At Every Age

You know your pet better than anyone—but pets are experts at hiding discomfort and illness. That’s why regular checkups are so important, even when your pet seems perfectly healthy. These visits give us a chance to catch subtle signs of illness, monitor changes over time, and make sure your pet is on track with their vaccinations, parasite prevention, nutrition, and more.

From your college roommate’s rescue cat to the family Lab you’ve had since childhood, routine veterinary visits help extend your pet’s lifespan and improve their quality of life. It’s all about staying ahead of the curve and giving your pet the best chance at a healthy future.

What’s Included in a Pet Wellness Visit?

Each pet’s visit is tailored to their lifestyle, age, breed, and unique health needs, but you can generally expect the following during a routine wellness exam:

Comprehensive Physical Exam

We check your pet from nose to tail—eyes, ears, mouth, skin, joints, heart, and lungs—to spot anything out of the ordinary that may indicate an underlying disease process.

Tailored Vaccinations

We’ll keep your pet protected against contagious diseases with core and lifestyle-based vaccines by designing a vaccination protocol with their exposure risks in mind.

Parasite Screening & Prevention

Fleas, ticks, intestinal worms, and heartworms are more than a nuisance—they’re dangerous. We’ll screen for parasites and diseases they carry and recommend year-round preventives.

Nutrition & Behavior Counseling

Whether you have a picky eater, pudgy pooch, or a pet with special dietary needs or behavior quirks, we’re here to help guide you with practical, personalized advice.

Diagnostic Testing (as needed)

We may recommend bloodwork, urinalysis, blood pressure monitoring, or other diagnostic tests—especially for senior pets—to check for hidden issues before they progress.

Wellness Care Through All Life Stages

Just like people, pets have evolving health needs as they age. Puppies and kittens require frequent visits for vaccines and early development checks. Adults benefit from annual exams to maintain good health and address any new issues. Seniors—usually pets over age 7—can develop age-related conditions that are easier to manage with twice-yearly visits and proactive screening.

Our Harrisonburg veterinary team builds lifelong relationships with our patients and clients, so we can provide the right care at the right time, year after year.

Don't wait for symptoms to show—routine exams are the key to early detection and a longer, healthier life. Let’s work together to help your pet thrive!