Veterinarians recommend regular wellness exams for the same reason your
physician and dentist recommend them – if you can detect a problem in its early
stages, it's more likely to be treated and resolved with less expense, less
difficulty and better success.As the saying goes, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Vaccinations, heartworm prevention and routine deworming are important components of wellness care and can prevent diseases that are not only life-threatening, but very expensive to treat.
Your veterinarian can recommend a wellness program based on your pet's breed (some breeds are predisposed to certain health problems), age, lifestyle and overall health.
