Wellness Care
Well Pet Exams
Annual wellness exams are the cornerstone of your pet's healthcare plan. Exams give a complete picture of your pet's health and are useful in spotting diseases and health problems before they become more difficult and more expensive to treat.
During an exam, Dr. Withers or Dr. Rybicki examine your pet's heart and lungs, evaluate his or her vision, check for unusual lumps or growths, examine the teeth and oral cavity, and check for swelling and stiffness and the joints. We also perform routine tests for internal and external parasites.
We will also discuss with you important information about your pet's health, from diet and nutritional guidelines to vaccine plans. We are more than happy to answer any questions you may have about your pet's health.
Puppy and Kitten Exams
Bringing a new puppy or kitten into your home can be wonderful - but it can also be a lot of work! Eola Point Animal Hospital offers special exams for puppies and kittens. Our veterinarians perform a full examination of your pet and discuss with you vital information about your new pet, including vaccine schedules, heartworm disease and other parasites, your puppy or kitten's nutritional needs, house training strategies and more.
Emergency Services
If your pet requires emergency medical care outside our normal hospital hours, we refer clients to VCA Aurora Animal Hospital, located about 8 miles away from Eola Point Animal Hospital.
VCA Aurora Animal Hospital
2600 West Galena Boulevard
Aurora, IL 60506
630-896-8541
www.vcaaurora.com
Preventive Medication
Fleas, ticks, heartworms and other parasites can be a real pain for your pet. Eola Point Animal Hospital offers a wide range of preventive medications that can help your pet avoid heartworm disease and the other health problems that arise when parasites are present.
Microchipping
If your pet is missing, you want to find him or her as soon as possible. A sturdy collar and identification tags are a good start for pet identification but they may not be enough. A microchip is a safe, easy way to increase the chances your pet will return home safely should he or she go missing. About the size and shape of a grain of rice, each microchip contains unique information about your pet. The microchip is implanted beneath the skin between your pet's shoulder blades in a process similar to a vaccination. Most veterinary hospitals and shelters have scanners capable of reading the information on microchips. When your pet is found, his or her microchip is scanned and the information is used to reunite you and your companion. We use the Avid microchip ID system.
Vaccinations
Many common diseases that once afflicted pets can now be prevented through the use of regular vaccinations. We vaccinate against leptospirosis, rabies, feline leukemia, parvovirus and other disease. Some vaccinations are given annually while others are given every three years. We realize that every pet has different needs and we will work with you to tailor a vaccination schedule that best fits your pet.
Prescription Foods
Eola Point Animal Hospital offers prescription foods for pets with special dietary needs. We carry a wide range of diets and can special order products especially for your pet. Please ask Dr. Withers or Dr. Rybicki for details about our prescription diets.