Wellness & Preventative Care in Taneytown
At Antrim Veterinary Hospital in Taneytown, MD, our wellness and preventative care services focus on early detection, disease prevention, and lifelong health through personalized, compassionate veterinary care.
Supporting your pet at every life stage
Preventive Care That Grows With Your Pet
From playful puppies to senior companions, routine wellness care helps your pet live a longer, healthier, and more comfortable life.
Proactive Prevention
Many chronic conditions are more manageable when detected early through routine exams and screening diagnostics.
Risk Reduction
Preventive care significantly reduces the risk of serious illness through vaccination, parasite control, and ongoing monitoring.
Frequently Asked Questions About Wellness & Preventative Care in Taneytown
Take a look at the questions we’re asked most often about our wellness and preventative care services.
What is included in a wellness exam?
A wellness exam includes a full nose-to-tail physical exam, health discussion, and preventive care recommendations.
How often should my pet have a wellness visit?
Most pets should be seen annually, while puppies, kittens, and senior pets benefit from more frequent visits.
Are vaccinations required at every visit?
Vaccines are given based on your pet’s age, lifestyle, and medical history — not automatically at every visit.
Do you offer parasite prevention?
Yes, we provide prevention and testing for fleas, ticks, and heartworm as part of routine care.
What lab work is done during wellness visits?
Routine bloodwork, fecal testing, and urinalysis may be recommended to detect early health changes.
Can wellness care help manage weight?
Yes, we offer nutrition counseling and weight management plans tailored to your pet.
Do you provide health certificates for travel?
Yes, pet health and travel certificates are available with appropriate exams and documentation.
Is microchipping part of wellness care?
Microchipping can be added during wellness visits for permanent pet identification.
Caring for Your Pet Through Every Stage of Life
Our wellness services include routine exams (annual, puppy/kitten, senior/geriatric), vaccinations tailored to lifestyle and risk, parasite prevention (fleas, ticks, heartworm), routine bloodwork, fecal testing and urinalysis, microchipping for permanent identification, nutrition counseling and weight management, pet health and travel certificates, and behavior counseling and wellness plans.
Why Preventive Care Matters For Pets in Taneytown, MD
Wellness care allows us to identify subtle changes before they become serious problems, giving your pet the best chance at a long, healthy life.
Our Approach
We combine thorough exams, modern diagnostics, and personalized recommendations to support your pet’s physical and emotional well-being.
Our Commitment
At Antrim Veterinary Hospital, we prioritize education, transparency, and compassionate care so you feel confident in every decision you make for your pet.
