EXAM SERVICES
Wellness Exams
Millwood Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinary facility dedicated to providing care for pets in Millwood, New Castle, Chappaqua, and Westchester County, New York. We believe that preventative medicine is key to keeping your pet healthy and minimizing costly medical issues.
Routine wellness exams, vaccinations, and good nutrition are essential your pet's well-being. We also prioritize strong communication with our clients, valuing your thoughts and opinions in your pet's care. In fact, client education is something we emphasize and our entire health care team is committed to providing personal attention to the unique concerns of each of our clients.
Non-well Exams
Should your pet fall ill or be injured, Millwood Animal Hospital has a full range of diagnostic, medical, and surgical services. In particular, we have computerized X-rays, full in-house lab, internal medicine expertise and resources, and a state-of-the-art surgical suite for soft tissue and orthopedic surgeries.
We are proud of the Millwood veterinary services we are able to offer our clients and their pets, and believe they are important to maintaining the health and wellbeing of their companion animals.
Check out our services to see why they are important, then contact us to book an appointment for your pet.
During Your Pet's Exam
We believe regular wellness exams are key to keeping your pet healthy. These nose-to-tail checkups help our veterinarians assess your pet’s overall health, catch potential issues early, and provide care tips specific to their breed and needs. Wellness exams also give you the chance to ask questions and learn more about your pet’s care. In short, routine exams are an essential part of your pet’s preventative health plan.
What we look at/do:
-
Examine your pet’s lungs
-
There are a number of health issues that can be detected by listening to your pet’s lungs. These include respiratory infections, obstructive diseases and other pulmonary issues.
-
-
Check your pet’s heart
-
A veterinarian can assess your pet’s heart health by listening for murmurs or irregular rhythms with a stethoscope. Detecting abnormalities early can lead to prompt diagnosis and treatment.
-
-
Take a look at the teeth and oral cavity
-
Maintaining proper oral health is essential for your pet’s overall well-being, as dental infections can enter the bloodstream and affect other areas of the body. Dental disease is both a common and preventable health issue in pets.
-
-
Look at your pet’s eyes
-
Ocular conditions such as glaucoma are relatively common in older pets and, as with other vision-related issues, can be well treated when discovered early.
-
-
Examine the ears
-
Infections, ear mites, allergies, and other ear-related issues are common in pets. Your veterinarian can easily examine your pet’s ears to check for signs of ear disease.
-
-
Examine the lymph nodes, abdomen and skin
-
Your veterinarian will check for unusual bumps, swelling, skin discolorations, lesions, or hair loss, which may indicate dermatological issues or systemic conditions like metabolic diseases.
-
-
Palpate joints and muscles
-
Arthritis and other orthopedic issues are common in pets over six years old. Early detection and treatment can help manage pain and extend your pet’s active years.
-