Components of our Kitten Wellness Program

Physical Exam: The physical exam is important because it is the first step in diagnosing illnesses or structural problems. This is done by close scrutiny of all of the visible systems from the nose to the perianal area. A Veterinarian is as qualified as any human doctor, to detect abnormalities that may not be apparent to the owner.  Our medical training allows us to diagnose abnormalities.  For example: feeling for abnormal abdominal structures such as congenital hernias, listening each year to the heart and lungs and comparing current sounds to the previous year, and examining the eyes and ears for discharge or breed differences that may reveal issues as your pet ages.

Fecal Exam: A fecal exam is performed to check for intestinal parasites, microscopic protozoa, and occult blood.  May parasites, particularly protozoan parasites, cannot be treated through over-the-counter "wormers" and most parasites can't be seen without the aid of the microscope. Parasites affect your kitten's health, and can put your family at risk in some cases!

Inoculations against infectious diseases: For all kittens, infectious diseases pose an even greater risk while the pet is young.  Vaccinations must be boostered every three weeks between 6wks (when the kitten's maternal antibodies are no longer effective) and 16wks of age.  Diseases that are common in our area of the country include Feline Distemper, Chlamydia, Herpesvirus, and Leukemia.  While Rabies virus is not common in Indiana, state law and public health risk mandates that all kittens be vaccinated against this disease by 6 months of age.

Rewards and Discounts Quick and convenient booster visits: After the initial wellness visit, wellness clients can rest assured that boosters, behavioral and nutritional troubleshooting, and parasite prevention can be administered by out competent support staff. No veterinary examination = No "office charge."

$25.00 off of total Spay or Neuter Procedure: Wellness kittens receive a courtesy Surgical Exam (a $25.00 savings!) during their spay or neuter procedure.
30% off of examination fees from ages 12wks to 1 year: Wellness clients enjoy 30% off of examination fees in the event that their kitten should require a physical exam at any time during the rest of the year.
$2.00 off per night boarding*: If your planning on traveling and leaving your kitten in our care, you'll save on boarding each night--a savings that can really add up--and receive preferential booking during holidays and popular weekends.
And More!: Wellness patients receive other benefits and discounts throughout the year on services such as nail trims, baths etc.

*It is recommended that clients avoid boarding their pet at any facility until receiving their final vaccination boosters at 16wks of age.