Diagnostic Wellness Bundles
Cat Wellness Plans: Caring for Your Feline Friend
At Lee's Summit Animal Hospital, we believe that a comprehensive wellness visit gives us a clearer picture of your cat’s health so we can provide the best possible care.
Because healthy-looking cats aren’t always healthy—wellness screenings uncover hidden health problems in 1 in 5 young adults, 1 in 3 mature adults, and 3 in 5 seniors—routine diagnostic testing is an essential part of keeping your companion happy and thriving.
Why Routine Wellness Visits Matter
Routine wellness testing goes beyond a standard physical exam. It offers valuable insight into your cat's internal health, allowing us to detect illnesses in their earliest stages, long before symptoms appear. These diagnostics establish a healthy baseline that helps us manage your cat’s care as they age, supporting a longer, healthier life. Evidence shows that early diagnosis truly equals a longer life—for example, identifying conditions like chronic kidney disease (CKD) early can change the disease's trajectory and improve long-term outcomes.
Recommended Diagnostic Screening Options
Our friendly care team is always here to answer your questions and help you choose the best options for your cat's unique needs:
Parasite Test (Fecal): Checks for hidden intestinal parasites in the gastrointestinal tract, some of which can be transmissible to humans. Essential for indoor cats and elevated risk levels. (Note: Parasites are often picked up by ingesting fleas, rodents, or contaminated water, soil, or stool.)
Infectious Disease Screening: Screens for Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV), Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV), and heartworm exposure. Essential for elevated risks.
Complete Blood Count (CBC): Identifies infection, inflammation, anemia, and bleeding problems, or tick- and mosquito-borne diseases. Essential for indoor cats and elevated risks.
Chemistry Profile (including SDMA testing): Evaluates kidney, liver, and pancreas function, as well as blood sugar and hydration. Essential for indoor cats and elevated risks.
Complete Urinalysis: Assesses overall urinary tract health (kidneys and bladder) to identify infections, inflammation, stones, or certain cancers.
Thyroid Function Test: Detects whether the thyroid gland is functioning properly—crucial since thyroid disease is very common in older cats.
What Your Cat’s Wellness Testing Reveals
Our comprehensive screenings look closely at key areas of your cat's body:
Blood & Heart/Lungs: Checks for infections, anemia, and ensures the heart and lungs are efficiently delivering oxygen-rich blood.
Kidneys: SDMA testing detects kidney disease earlier than traditional tests, while also reflecting other systemic conditions.
Liver & Pancreas/Intestines: Monitors how well your pet handles proteins, fats, digestion, and waste, while checking for issues like inflammation, diabetes, or cancer.
Thyroid: Assesses hormone levels to ensure a healthy metabolism.
Urine: Spots urinary tract health issues, stones, and bladder conditions.
Ready to schedule your cat's wellness visit or have questions about which screenings are right for them? Reach out to our care team today—we're here to help your feline friend live their best life!
Dog Wellness Plans: Caring for Your Canine Companion
At our clinic, we believe that a comprehensive wellness visit gives us a clearer picture of your dog’s health so we can provide the best possible care.
Because healthy-looking dogs aren’t always healthy—wellness screenings uncover hidden health problems in 1 in 7 young adults, 1 in 5 mature adults, and 2 in 5 seniors—routine diagnostic testing is an essential part of keeping your companion happy and thriving.
Why Routine Wellness Visits Matter
Routine wellness testing goes beyond a standard physical exam. It offers valuable insight into your dog's internal health, allowing us to detect illnesses in their earliest stages, long before symptoms appear. These diagnostics establish a healthy baseline that helps us manage your dog’s care as they age, supporting a longer, healthier life.
Recommended Diagnostic Screening Options
Our friendly care team is always here to answer your questions and help you choose the best options for your dog's unique needs:
Parasite Test (Fecal): Checks for hidden intestinal parasites in the gastrointestinal tract, some of which can be transmissible to humans. Essential and comprehensive with cancer screening options.
Infectious Disease Screening: Identifies exposure to heartworm or important tick-borne diseases that can impact organ systems over time. Essential and comprehensive with cancer screening.
Complete Blood Count (CBC): Identifies infection, inflammation, anemia, and bleeding problems. Essential and comprehensive with cancer screening.
Chemistry Profile (including SDMA™ testing): Evaluates kidney, liver, and pancreas function, as well as blood sugar and hydration.
Complete Urinalysis: Assesses overall urinary tract health (kidneys and bladder) to identify infections or inflammation. Comprehensive coverage.
Thyroid Function Test: Detects whether the thyroid gland is functioning properly—crucial since thyroid disease is very common in older dogs. Comprehensive coverage.
Cancer (Lymphoma) Screening: Recommended for at-risk dogs, including all dogs aged 7 years and older, as well as high-risk breeds aged 4 years and older.
What Your Dog's Wellness Testing Reveals
Our comprehensive screenings look closely at key areas of your dog's body:
Blood & Heart/Lungs: Checks for infections, bleeding problems, tick- and mosquito-borne diseases, and ensures the heart and lungs deliver enough oxygen-rich blood.
Kidneys: SDMA™ testing detects kidney disease earlier than traditional tests, while also reflecting other systemic conditions.
Liver & Pancreas/Intestines: Monitors how well your pet handles proteins, fats, digestion, and waste, while checking for issues like inflammation, diabetes, or certain cancers.
Thyroid: Assesses hormone levels to ensure a healthy metabolism.
Urine: Spots urinary tract health issues, stones, and bladder conditions, including markers for certain cancers.
Parasites, Ticks, and Canine Health Risks
Intestinal Parasites: Can be picked up by ingesting fleas, contaminated water, soil, stool, or rodents/rabbits containing parasite eggs or larvae.
Heartworms: Transmitted when a mosquito carrying heartworm larvae feeds on your dog.
Tick-Borne Diseases: Caused by bacteria transmitted when infected ticks feed.
Lymphoma Screening: Lymphoma is one of the most common cancers in dogs and can progress quickly without visible signs. Early screening is recommended for dogs 7+ years old and high-risk breeds 4+ years old, including:
Beagle
Bernese Mountain Dog
Boxer
Bullmastiff
Doberman Pinscher
English Bulldog
Flat-Coated Retriever
French Bulldog
Golden Retriever
Labrador Retriever
Miniature Schnauzer
Rottweiler
Scottish Terrier
Ready to schedule your dog's wellness visit or have questions about which screenings are right for them? Reach out to our care team today—we're here to help your canine friend live their best life!