Wellness Care for Dogs, Cats & Small Mammals

Smart prevention. Grounded partnership.

At Soda Springs Animal Clinic, wellness care isn’t about checklists or pressure. It’s about staying ahead.

These visits help us catch issues early, tailor care to how your animal lives, and give you the confidence to make good decisions without second-guessing.

Whether your dog protects the ranch livestock or spends all day in bed, we’re here to support both of you with practical, respectful veterinary care.” or “Whether your dog guards the ranch or naps on a feather pillow, we’re here to support both of you with practical, respectful veterinary care.

We practice a spectrum of care approach. We’ll always explain the whole range of treatment options available, from the newest medical advances to more practical or comfort-focused care.

What’s Included in a Wellness Visit

Every wellness visit includes a full-body checkup and a chance to talk through anything you’ve noticed or wondered about. You stay in the room the whole time. No backroom mysteries. No rushed handoffs.

Nose-to-tail physical exam

Eyes, ears, teeth, heart, lungs, abdomen, joints, skin, weight, and mobility

Lifestyle and history review

Diet, activity, behavior, medications, travel, changes in routine

Age and lifestyle-based vaccines

Tailored to risk factors, exposure, and region-specific concerns

Parasite protection options

Flea and tick prevention, deworming, and targeted screenings

Microchipping

Offered during your visit for added peace of mind

Clear, honest recommendations

We’ll walk you through what’s next. Nothing hidden, nothing pushed.

Tailored Prevention That Makes Sense

We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all care. We talk through what your pet truly needs, based on your budget, lifestyle, and the terrain you live on.

  • Rattlesnake vaccines for hunting and working dogs
  • Leptospirosis vaccines for pets exposed to irrigation or livestock
  • Microchipping for outdoor pets and livestock guardians
  • Deworming and flea or tick prevention based on exposure to wildlife or rodents

Vaccine Options We Offer

Canine vaccines

  • DHPP – Protects against distemper, parvo, hepatitis, and parainfluenza
  • Rabies – Legally required and life-saving
  • Bordetella – Helps prevent kennel cough
  • Leptospirosis – Recommended for dogs exposed to livestock or standing water
  • Rattlesnake – Helps reduce reaction severity after a bite

Feline vaccines

  • FVRCP – Core respiratory disease combo
  • Rabies – Required by law
  • Feline leukemia (FeLV) – Recommended for kittens or cats who go outdoors

Not sure which vaccines your pet needs this year?

Reach out. We’ll walk you through it.

Parasite Protection and Microchipping

  • Flea and tick prevention
    Important for pets exposed to tall grass, livestock, rodents, or multi-pet homes
  • Intestinal deworming
    Often needed in barn cats, porch dogs, and newly adopted animals
  • Heartworm screening and prevention
    Offered based on lifestyle and travel risk
  • Microchipping
    Quick, safe, and effective. Especially helpful for pets that roam or work outdoors.

Spring is the perfect time to start protection. Ask us what makes the most sense for your setup.

Wellness Schedules by Life Stage

Puppies and Kittens

Pets under 1 year

  • Start with a new pet exam
  • Follow a personalized vaccine and deworming schedule
  • Build a foundation for behavior, diet, and long-term health

Young Adults

Pets ages 1–5 years

  • Annual checkups to track weight, catch early changes, and maintain protection

Seniors

Pets 5 years and older for large dogs, 7 and older for small dogs and cats

  • Exams every 6 months are ideal for catching arthritis, kidney issues, and metabolic disease early
  • We’ll work with your schedule and budget to make it doable

Why Wellness Care Matters

These visits aren’t just about what we do. They’re about what we can catch early:

  • Dental disease before it becomes painful or expensive
  • Heart murmurs or irregular rhythms
  • Skin or ear infections
  • Lumps, weight changes, or stiffness
  • Kidney or liver changes
  • Appetite or behavior shifts

When we find things early, we have more options and fewer emergencies later.

Ready to Make a Plan That Works for You?

If it’s been more than a year since your pet’s last checkup, or if you’ve just adopted or moved, we’re here to help you get started.

Wellness Visits at Soda Springs Animal Clinic FAQs

Not at all. We’ll build a plan based on what’s most important and work with your schedule.

Yes. We’ll explain what’s time-sensitive and what can safely wait.

We may recommend it for seniors or sick pets, but it’s not automatically required.

Yes. We can send text, email, or postcard reminders to help you stay on track.

Plan for about 30 to 45 minutes. You’ll stay in the room the whole time.