Huguenot Animal Hospital

Why do our pets need surveillance screening?

Firstly, our pets can't speak, they cannot tell us if they feel unwell or have any other indicators of internal illness. We need to examine them annually as well as run routine screening tests to detect underlying disease BEFORE it is clinically apparent.

Secondly, pets will actively mask signs of illness until late in the course of disease. This stems from survival instincts in a pack or colony situation.

Use the age chart below to find your pets age in "people" years and the screening testing recommended for each stage of his or her life.

We believe the following tests give us the best chance of helping your pets live longer, healthier lives.

These are approximations and may vary by gender, species and breed.

Blue/ Lilac	Every 12 months - Fecal Parasite Screen, Heartworm Test, and FeLV/FIV (for indoor/outdoor cats), Baseline Blood Profile (a small blood test checking internal organ health) prior to spay or castration.
Green	Every 12 months - If indicated, Annual Health Check Profile (a blood test checking red and white blood cell counts and a more comprehensive internal organ screen), other diagnostics as indicated.
Yellow	Every 12 months - Senior Health Profile (comprehensive internal organ screen including Thyroid testing, electrolytes and red and white cell counts and urine specific gravity), other diagnostics as indicated.
Red	Every 6 months - Senior Health Profile (comprehensive internal organ screen including Thyroid testing, electrolytes and red and white cell counts), other diagnostics as indicated.

Age Chart

11523 Robious Rd

N. Chesterfield, VA 23235

(804) 562-2028