Preventative Care

Proactive care for a longer, healthier life

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Here at Taunton Animal Hospital, we believe preventative care is the key to keeping your pet happy, healthy, and by your side for years to come. Our comprehensive wellness services are designed to prevent illness, detect concerns early, and support your pet through every stage of life—from playful puppy or kitten to their golden years.

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Our Preventative Care Services Include:​​

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🐾 Wellness Exams & Annual Checkups
Routine exams allow us to monitor your pet’s overall health, track changes over time, and catch potential issues before they become serious.​​

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💉 Core & Lifestyle-Based Vaccinations
We tailor every vaccine plan based on your pet’s age, lifestyle, and risk factors.

• Cats: Rabies, FVRCP, FeLV

• Dogs: Rabies, DAPP, Lyme, Leptospirosis, Bordetella (Kennel Cough), Influenza​

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🦟 Flea, Tick & Heartworm Prevention
Parasites are a year-round threat in Massachusetts. We provide safe, effective prevention plans to protect your pet from fleas, ticks, heartworm disease, and the illnesses they carry.​​

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🧪Heartworm Testing
Even pets on prevention require yearly testing. Our HLEA test screens for heartworm disease, Lyme disease, Ehrlichia, and Anaplasmosis—common and potentially serious illnesses transmitted by mosquitoes and ticks. Early detection allows for faster, more effective treatment.​​

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🧪 Fecal Testing & Deworming
Routine screening helps detect intestinal parasites early—keeping both your pet and your family safe.

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🥗 Nutrition & Weight Management
A healthy weight is critical for long-term health. We’ll guide you with personalized nutrition plans to support energy, mobility, and overall wellness.

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Personalized Care for Every Pet

No two pets are the same. Our team will work closely with you to create a customized preventative care plan tailored to your pet’s unique lifestyle, age, and health needs.