At Heritage Animal Hospital – Urgent Care and Surgical Center, we are firm believers that pets thrive when they receive thoughtful, consistent care throughout every stage of life. Preventive veterinary care gives your dog or cat the support they need to stay healthy, active, and comfortable. Whether they’re a curious puppy or a senior who needs a little extra attention, we have them covered. Regular preventive care visits give you the opportunity to ask us questions and review changes in your pet’s health or behavior before small concerns become larger issues. Contact our practice today to schedule an appointment with our skilled team!
Why Does My Pet Need Preventive Care?
Preventive veterinary care supports your pet’s long-term comfort and helps you avoid unexpected health concerns. Vaccinations, heartworm prevention, and routine animal wellness exams all contribute to stronger overall health. Pets often hide discomfort, and many conditions can begin quietly before symptoms are noticeable. Preventive veterinary care helps your pet by:
- Supporting early diagnosis of illness before it progresses
- Reducing the risk of serious parasite-related disease through heartworm prevention
- Helping maintain mobility and comfort with age
- Tracking changes in weight, behavior, and dental health over time
- Creating predictable routines that lower stress during veterinary visits
Pet Vaccinations
Vaccinations play a major role in preventive veterinary care by helping pets stay protected from serious illnesses. Our experienced veterinarians create vaccination plans based on your pet’s lifestyle, age, breed, and risk factors. Core and lifestyle-specific vaccines help safeguard your pet from diseases that can impact their comfort and longevity. During appointments, we take time to discuss each vaccine and how it fits your pet’s overall care plan.
Flea, Tick & Heartworm Prevention
Healthy pets are happy pets, and parasite control is an essential part of keeping them safe throughout the year. We offer a variety of medications and treatment strategies to protect against fleas, ticks, mosquitoes, and parasites. Heartworm prevention is especially important, as heartworm disease can be serious for both dogs and cats. By including heartworm prevention in your pet’s care routine, you lower the chances of costly treatments and long-term health complications.
Advanced Diagnostics
Modern diagnostics allow us to evaluate your pet’s internal health long before outward symptoms appear. From bloodwork and urinalysis to digital x-rays and ultrasound, our diagnostic tools help us understand what’s happening beneath the surface. These tests provide essential information that guides treatment recommendations and helps us track changes in your pet’s health over time. With accurate evaluation, we can address concerns promptly and support your companion with targeted care.
Animal Wellness Exams
Wellness exams for pets keep their health on track year after year. During animal wellness exams, our veterinarians check your pet’s eyes, ears, teeth, joints, heart, coat, and more. These visits offer a chance to discuss any changes you’ve noticed at home and provide effective steps moving forward that could cover aspects like nutrition and behavior. Along with regular heartworm prevention and vaccination updates, animal wellness exams help us build a clear picture of your pet’s ongoing health.
Preventive Care for Dogs & Cats in Fontana
At Heritage Animal Hospital – Urgent Care and Surgical Center, we believe in the importance of taking a proactive approach to your pet’s health and well-being. With experienced veterinarians and Fear Free Certified® staff members, we focus on creating a calm, positive visit for both you and your pet. If you’re ready to take the next step in your pet’s health and well-being, contact us today to schedule an appointment and learn more about preventive veterinary care!
General Practice Hours
Mon – Sat: 8:00am -7:00pm
Urgent Care Hours
Mon – Sat: 5:00pm- 2:00am
Sun: 8:00am -2:00am