Pet Wellness Care
Routine wellness care helps your pets live longer, healthier lives. At Willapa Veterinary Service, we provide thorough exams, preventive care, and vaccines tailored to your dog or cat’s age, lifestyle, and needs.
Pet Wellness Care in Raymond, WA
At Willapa Veterinary Service, we’re proud to partner with you through every stage of your pet’s life. Regular wellness visits help keep your dog or cat healthy and happy.
- Eyes, ears, and mouth
- Heart and lungs
- Skin and coat
- Weight and body condition
- Mobility and comfort
- Behavior and lifestyle changes
We’ll also discuss:
- Nutrition and weight management
- Preventive care recommendations
- Vaccines and parasite protection
- Any concerns you’ve noticed at home
How often should my pet be seen?
- Pets benefit from yearly exams, as they age faster than people and health changes can happen quickly
- Senior pets may need more frequent visits
- We tailor recommendations to your pet’s individual needs
Together, we’ll help your companion stay healthy for years to come.
Pet Vaccinations
Vaccines are an important part of protecting your pet’s long-term health. We tailor vaccine recommendations to your pet’s age, lifestyle, and individual risk factors.
Our team can help with:
- Personalized vaccine recommendations
- Puppy and kitten vaccine series
- Adult booster schedules
- Lifestyle-based protection for indoor and outdoor pets
- Reviewing benefits and possible side effects
Typical timing includes:
- Puppies and kittens often begin vaccines around 8 weeks of age
- Boosters are usually given every few weeks until the initial series is complete
- Adult pets may need boosters every 1 to 3 years, depending on the vaccine
We’re happy to help you choose the right protection plan for your pet.
Vaccines and Side Effects
After Vaccination
- Most pets tolerate vaccines very well
- Mild tiredness or soreness after vaccination can be normal
- Most mild reactions resolve quickly
Contact us right away if you notice:
- Vomiting
- Facial swelling or hives
- Difficulty breathing
- Severe lethargy or collapse
- Any reaction that concerns you
Feline Vaccinations
At Willapa Veterinary Service, we tailor your cat’s vaccine plan to their age, health, and lifestyle.
Core vaccines help protect against:
- Panleukopenia (feline distemper)
- Herpesvirus
- Calicivirus
- Rabies
Additional vaccines may be recommended for some cats, including:
- Feline leukemia (FeLV), depending on lifestyle and risk factors
During each visit, we’ll review:
- Indoor or outdoor lifestyle
- Exposure to other cats
- Age and health status
- Previous vaccine history
Our goal is to help keep your cat safe, healthy, and protected.
Canine Vaccinations
Every dog’s lifestyle is different, and their vaccine plan should reflect their individual needs.
Core vaccines help protect against:
- Distemper
- Adenovirus
- Parvovirus
- Leptospirosis
- Rabies
Additional vaccines may be recommended for some dogs, including:
- Bordetella (kennel cough)
- Canine influenza
Recommendations are based on factors such as:
- Boarding or grooming visits
- Dog parks or daycare
- Travel
- Hiking and outdoor activities
- Exposure to other dogs
- Age and health status
Our goal is to provide the protection your dog needs to stay healthy year-round.