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AnnualPhysical Exam - We recommend annual physical exams for all pets. If they are older than 7 years of age then we recommend twice a year physical exams. This allows us to find small problems before they lead to a crisis. We are checking for conditions such as obesity, arthritis, skin allergies, or cancer. We accomplish this by taking a thorough history and a comprehensive physical exam. Since you know your pet the best, the more information you can provide us, the earlier we can diagnose a potential illness.
Vaccinations -Vaccinations are part of a general health plan to reduce the risk of many infectious diseases in dogs. For vaccinations to be most effective, proper nutrition and a healthy living environment are also needed. We do not recommend all vaccinations for all pets. We tailor each program to each pet’s individual needs.
Annual Parasite test - An annual fecal float should be done to check for internal parasites. Just bring in a fecal sample and we examine it under a microscope to see if there are any parasite eggs that are too small for the human eye. We recommend giving your dog a monthly parasite preventitive. "Interceptor" and "Sentinal" are for internal parasites as well as heartworm. See our parasite control tab for more information.
*Rabies - Wisconsin state law requires Rabies vaccine to be given to all dogs by a licensed veterinarian. The initial dose is given at four months of age and is boostered in one year. The vaccine is then given every three years. This is a viral disease that is transmitted by saliva from infected animals and affects the nervous system.
*Bordetella - Bordetella is a bacterial component to the Kennel Cough disease complex. We recommends this vaccine for dogs that have high exposure to many other dogs. Most dog classes, boarding, day care, and grooming facilities requires the bordetella vaccine.
*Lyme - Since Lyme disease is spread by deer ticks, GLVC recommends it to all hunting dogs, dogs that travel to Northern Wisconsin or are in areas that contain deer or tall, unmowed fields. Lameness, fever, and anorexia are the most common symptoms. These usually occur months after tick exposure and most dogs recover with antibiotics. The best prevention of Lyme’s disease is daily removal of ticks; use of a topical anti tick medication, and vaccinations.
*Distemper - The dog distemper vaccine (DHLPP) contains five different parts for adults:
Distemper- a viral neurological disease
Hepatitis- a viral liver disease
Leptosporisis- a Rickettisal disease affecting
the kidney and liver
Para influenza- a viral respiratory disease
Parvo- a viral infection causing vomiting and diarrhea
*There is a DHPP without the Lepto available for smaller dogs.
Heartworm test - An annual blood test is needed to check for heartworm. It is an in house test that takes about 5min to see if your pet tested negative for heartworm, canine anaplasmosis, canine ehrlichosis, and lymes disease. We recommend giving your dog a monthly parasite preventitive. "Interceptor" and "Sentinal" are for internal parasites as well as heartworm. See our parasite control tab for more information.
Great Lakes Veterinary Clinic 2845 County Road JJ Neenah, WI 54956 PH. 920-727-1570 Fax 920-727-1579
Anal Glands - Dogs have two anal glands on either side of the anus. Normally, a small amount of liquid is expressed from the glands onto the surface of the bowel movement as the animal defecates. Sometimes the anal glands can become full and irritated. Scooting across the floor and licking the anal area are possible signs the glands need to be “expressed,” or emptied. It is possible for the glands to become inflamed, infected, or impacted (plugged with thicksecretions). Less common are anal gland tumors, abscesses, or rupture. If they need to be expressed, it is a procedure that can be performed by the veterinary technician. Using a gloved finger, the glands are manually emptied from inside of the rectum. Some pets have recurring problems and need anal gland expression once a month; others, once a year. Some pets never have a problem with their anal glands. If your pet starts scooting, it’s time to bring him in.
