mainlandvet - Somers Point, NJ - Screenings

Mainland Veterinary Hospital

425 Bethel Road
Somers Point, NJ 08244

(609)927-9000

www.mainlandvet.com

Why do our pets need surveillance screening?

First, our pets can't speak, they cannot tell us if they feel off or unwell or have any other indicators of internal illness. We need to examine them every 6-12 months as well as run some routine screening tests to detect underlying disease BEFORE it is clinically apparent.

Secondly, pets will actively mask signs of illness until late in the course of disease. This stems from survival instincts in a pack or colony situation.

Use the age chart below to find your pets approximate age in "people" years and the screening testing recommended for each stage of his or her life. 

We believe the following tests give us the best chance of helping your pet's live longer, healthier lives.  Additional tests may be indicated based on your individual pets health needs.

These are approximations and may vary by gender, species and breed.

Blue/
Lilac 

Every 12 months - Baseline Blood Profile (a small blood test checking internal organ health), Heartworm or baseline Feline Leukemia/FIV test and fecal flotation 

Green

Every 12 months - Annual Health Profile (a blood test checking red and white blood cell counts and a more comprehensive internal organ screen); Heartworm testing and fecal flotation

  

Yellow

Every 12 months - Senior Health Profile (comprehensive internal organ screen including Thyroid testing, electrolytes and red and white cell counts and urine specific gravity); heartworm testing and fecal flotation

  

Red

Every 6 months - Golden Years Health Profile (comprehensive internal organ screen including Thyroid testing, electrolytes and red and white cell counts) 

 

age chart