Preventive Care

Preventive care services are performed for the prevention of disease or sickness and help to ensure your pets are staying healthy. These services include vaccinations, parasite control, wellness exams, and even weight management help. Please click on any of the subheadings listed below to learn more about our services in preventive care.

Available Services
  • Flea And Tick Control

    Fleas and ticks are capable of transmitting infection and disease to pets through a bite. Many pets also suffer from severe allergic reaction to the bites of fleas and ticks. It is imperative that owners prevent these parasites by using one of the many commercially available products that protect pets from fleas and ticks.... Read more

  • Microchipping

    A lifetime of protection; pets registered with HomeAgain remain in the database for life. You can update your contact information any time. You can contact HomeAgain at 1-888-466-3242.... Read more

  • Parasite Control

    Dogs and cats are likely to become infected with parasites at some point in their lives. If left undetected and untreated, they will affect a pet’s well-being – from simply being irritating to causing a variety of life-threatening conditions. Some parasites can even infect and transmit disease to humans, with children being an especially vulnerable target! Parasites don’t discriminate; both indoor and outdoor pets are at risk.... Read more

  • Vaccinations

    Just as with humans, regular vaccinations are a very important part of your pet's health care routine. Vaccines help prepare the body's immune system to fight foreign organisms, protecting against multiple life-threatening diseases and providing your pet the best chance at a long, healthy life.  

    Vaccines can be classified into three categories: core, non-core and not recommended.... Read more

  • Weight Management Program

    Proper nutrition plays a major role in your pet’s health, and we can work with you to ensure he/she is receiving the best diet possible. Based on an assessment of your pet’s current and past diet along and in-depth medical history analysis, our practitioners can recommendations with regard to commercial and/or home-cooked diets, treats, and supplements (as necessary). We can also assist in determining proper feeding strategies specific to your pet’s individual needs (such as nutritional plans for pets with existing medical conditions), and are available to answer any questions your have before, during and after the process.... Read more

  • Wellness Exams

    Wellness exams are a vital component to keeping your pet in tiptop shape from head to toe. VCA Burrstone Animal Hospital recommends annual checkups for pets.  

    At this visit, we will perform a complete physical exam.... Read more