Each individual procedure will vary from pet to pet and condition to condition. As with humans, the older the individual the more precaution needs to be taken. Typically a physical examination, review of the patients' medical history and blood work are recommended with older patients. These precautions will make a procedure as safe as possible with a senior pet.

Indoor pets need heartworm preventives because heartworms are transmitted by mosquitoes, and mosquitoes can certainly enter our homes. Both dogs and cats should be on heartworm preventives.

Similar to human food intake, a diet that is low in fat and high in protein is essential to the life of your pet. Dilworth Small Animal Hospital offers the newest and most efficient food for your pet available today.

Flea and tick preventatives have improved greatly in recent years. These preventatives are safe and effective in a wide variety of forms. At Dilworth Small Animal Hospital, we fit the preventative product to the pet's problem and environment. Parasite control is of great importance to eliminate disease carrying parasites.