Showing posts with label when to get blood test for dog. Show all posts
Showing posts with label when to get blood test for dog. Show all posts
Wednesday, August 23, 2023

Can Your Pet Benefit From Blood Work?


Lab tests are expensive and often pet owners may subconsciously delay doing the necessary tests due to the cost. But bloodwork is extremely important, especially if you have an older pet. A blood test can help your pet in many ways. A CBC test, also known as a complete blood count, is the most common blood test done by veterinarians. It is usually suggested prior to surgeries, as part of a yearly wellness exam, and every 6 months as part of senior wellness checkups. Bloodwork can be the first step in detecting health issues like kidney and liver disease, cancer and pancreatitis. It can provide your veterinarian (and you) a snapshot picture of how your pet's organs are functioning. Even if you have a young pet, a blood test is important to establish a baseline. Bloodwork can be expensive but they can help you address health issues early on and give you more time with your pet. 

Friday, April 24, 2020

When Was Your Pet’s Last Blood Test?




Sadly a pet's life cycle is more rapid than a human’s and if it has been more than a year for your dog, that's the equivalent of 7 years! Would you wait 7 years before having your lab tests done? Pet health issues can sneak up suddenly even if no outward symptoms are present. Senior pets should be tested every 6 months and younger pets annually. Lab tests can detect health issues early giving you an opportunity to try to help your pet sooner. Many vets are offering drop-off pet exams with your health and safety in mind. Please take a moment to look through your pet’s records. Lab tests are important and early detection saves lives.