Preventive care is the single most reliable way to support your pet's long-term health, and a consistent wellness programme makes it easy to stay on track. North Delta Animal Hospital's wellness programme for dogs and cats in Delta brings together annual health checks, vaccinations, and personalised preventive care into a structured plan that keeps your pet's health at the centre of each visit. Our clinic is open seven days a week, Monday to Saturday from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM and Sunday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, making it straightforward to keep your pet's wellness visits on schedule without rearranging your week.
Our annual wellness plans bundle the core components of a routine health year into a consistent, scheduled approach to pet care. Each plan includes a comprehensive wellness exam, vaccine updates based on your pet's current status and lifestyle, and parasite screening appropriate for dogs and cats in the Delta and North Delta area. Bundling these services into a plan gives pet owners a clear picture of what their pet will receive over the course of the year and makes it easier to budget for routine veterinary care. Our team reviews each plan with you at the start of the year and adjusts recommendations based on any changes in your pet's health, age, or environment.
A wellness exam at North Delta Animal Hospital is a thorough, structured health check designed to give our veterinary team a complete picture of your pet's current state of health. During the exam, our veterinarian assesses your pet's eyes, ears, teeth, coat and skin, lymph nodes, heart, lungs, and abdomen. Body weight and body condition score are recorded and compared to previous visits to identify trends. Vaccine status is reviewed, and any boosters due are administered during the same visit where appropriate. Parasite prevention is discussed, and our team asks about any changes in behaviour, appetite, water intake, or activity that you have noticed at home. These conversations often surface concerns early, before they become more significant.
The first year of a puppy or kitten's life involves more veterinary visits than any other period. During this time, your pet completes their initial vaccine series, is assessed for early developmental concerns, and is introduced to parasite prevention. Our team uses these early visits not only to keep your young pet physically healthy but also to build a relationship with you as the owner, answering questions about feeding, socialisation, dental care, and behaviour as they come up. Starting wellness care early creates the habits and health foundation that carries through your pet's entire life.
Pets are generally considered senior at around seven years of age, though this varies by species and size. Senior dogs and cats often benefit from more frequent wellness visits, typically twice a year, because age-related changes can develop and progress more quickly than in younger animals. Senior wellness checks may include additional bloodwork to monitor organ function, blood pressure assessment, and a closer look at mobility, cognitive function, and weight. Early identification of conditions such as kidney disease, thyroid changes, arthritis, and dental disease gives our team the most options for supporting your pet's quality of life as they age.
Our wellness programme includes a comprehensive annual physical exam, a review of current vaccine status and any boosters due, parasite prevention discussion and screening, a body weight and body condition assessment, and a personalised conversation about any health or behaviour concerns you have noticed at home. The specific components may be adjusted based on your pet's age, health status, and lifestyle.
Puppies and kittens typically visit more frequently during the first year than adult pets. Most young pets visit every three to four weeks during the early vaccine series, with visits becoming less frequent once the initial series is complete. Our team will give you a clear schedule at your first visit so you know what to expect throughout the year.
Most dogs and cats are considered senior around seven years of age, though larger breed dogs may enter this stage earlier. At that point, twice-yearly wellness visits are widely recommended rather than annual ones, as the pace of age-related change tends to accelerate. Our team will let you know when it makes sense to increase your pet's visit frequency based on their individual situation.
An oral health assessment is included as part of a wellness exam at North Delta Animal Hospital. If a professional dental cleaning is needed, that is scheduled as a separate appointment. Our team will discuss your pet's dental health during the wellness visit and let you know whether a cleaning is recommended and what the process would look like.
A wellness visit is the most important appointment you can schedule for your dog or cat. North Delta Animal Hospital offers wellness programmes for pets in Delta and Surrey, seven days a week. Call (604) 596-8252 to schedule your pet's annual health check.
