Wellness Exams & Vaccines in Arlington, TX
Yearly Care That Catches Problems Early
Once a year, you should take your pet in for a check-up. Pets age faster than we do, and many health problems, from dental disease to heart murmurs to early kidney changes, show up on an exam long before a pet acts sick. A yearly wellness visit is the simplest way to find them while they are easier to treat.
At Park Plaza Animal Clinic, Dr. Stephens and Dr. Putnam check your pet from head to tail, keep vaccines current and talk through parasite prevention, diet and behavior. Our wellness packages bundle the most common services at one set price.
What a Wellness Exam Includes
- Weight and body condition
- Eyes, ears, nose and throat
- Teeth and gums
- Heart and lungs
- Skin, coat and skin folds
- Abdomen and lymph nodes
- Joints, muscles and mobility
- Vaccine review and parasite prevention plan
- Time for your questions about diet, behavior and anything else on your mind
Wellness Packages
Canine Packages
| Package | Price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Canine Basic Wellness | $65 | Wellness exam. Rabies vaccine included with the purchase of a wellness exam. |
| Canine Wellness Plus | $125 | Exam, DHPP, Rabies, Bordetella, Heartworm Test, Fecal Exam |
| Canine Wellness Plus w/ Leptospirosis | $155 | Exam, DHPP, Rabies, Bordetella, Lepto Vaccine, Heartworm Test, Fecal Exam |
Feline Packages
| Package | Price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Feline Basic Wellness | $65 | Wellness exam. Rabies vaccine included with the purchase of a wellness exam. |
| Feline Plus | $110 | Exam, Rabies, FVRCP, Leukemia, Fecal Exam (FIV/Leukemia testing recommended prior to Leukemia vaccine) |
| Feline Premium | $165 | Exam, Rabies, FVRCP, Leukemia, Fecal Exam, FIV/Leukemia/Heartworm Test |
New clients: $25 off your first exam.
Dog Vaccines
Core vaccines (recommended for every dog)
- Rabies: Required by Texas law for dogs and cats by four months of age. Rabies is fatal and can spread to people.
- DHPP: Distemper, hepatitis (adenovirus), parainfluenza and parvovirus in one vaccine. Parvo is still a common and often deadly disease in unvaccinated puppies.
- Bordetella: Helps protect against kennel cough. Required by most boarding facilities, groomers, daycares and training classes.
- Leptospirosis: A bacterial disease spread through water and soil contaminated by the urine of wildlife such as raccoons, opossums and rodents. Lepto can damage the kidneys and liver, and it can spread to people. Dogs that drink from puddles, visit parks or spend time outdoors in North Texas are at risk.
We recommend this package because wildlife now lives in our backyard.
Cat Vaccines
- Rabies: Required by Texas law, including for indoor cats.
- FVRCP: Feline viral rhinotracheitis, calicivirus and panleukopenia. Panleukopenia is the feline version of parvo and is often fatal in unvaccinated kittens.
- Feline Leukemia (FeLV): Recommended for kittens and for cats that go outdoors or live with other cats. We recommend FIV/Leukemia testing before the first Leukemia vaccine.
Parasite Prevention in North Texas
Our mild winters mean mosquitoes, fleas and ticks are active for most of the year, so prevention works best year-round.
- Heartworm: Spread by mosquitoes. Prevention is as simple as giving a monthly dose of heartworm preventive medication, while treating an established infection can be lengthy, costly, and physically demanding for your dog. Dogs should be heartworm tested before starting or restarting prevention.
- Fleas and ticks: Fleas cause itching, skin allergies and tapeworms. Ticks carry diseases that affect dogs and people.
- Intestinal parasites: Roundworms, hookworms, whipworms and tapeworms. Some intestinal parasites can also be transmitted to humans, particularly young children, making routine screening and prevention especially important. An annual fecal examination helps detect intestinal parasites, even when your pet shows no obvious symptoms.
Why Choose Park Plaza for Wellness Care
- Thorough Exams: Our veterinarians take pride in providing thorough, compassionate care while ensuring pet owners feel informed and comfortable every step of the way.
- Clear Package Pricing: You know what is included before you come in.
- Family Owned Since 1972: Many of our clients have trusted us with three generations of pets.
- Se Habla Español: Spanish-speaking team members.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often does my pet need a wellness exam?
At least once a year. Senior pets and pets with ongoing health conditions often benefit from an exam every six months, since changes happen faster as they age.
Is the rabies vaccine required in Texas?
Yes. Texas law requires dogs and cats to be vaccinated against rabies by four months of age and kept current after that. We give you a rabies certificate at the visit.
My cat never goes outside. Does it still need vaccines?
Yes. Rabies is required by law for indoor cats too, and bats occasionally get into homes. Panleukopenia can be carried inside on shoes and clothing, and indoor cats still escape, board and visit groomers.
Which wellness package is right for my dog?
Most dogs do well with Canine Plus with Lepto. If your dog spends time outdoors, at parks or around wildlife, we recommend the package with Leptospirosis.
Can vaccines make my pet sick?
Mild reactions, such as soreness or temporary fatigue, may occur and typically resolve within a day or two. Serious reactions are rare. Call us right away if you see facial swelling, hives, repeated vomiting or trouble breathing after a vaccine, and tell us about any past reaction so we can adjust the plan.
Do you have packages for puppies and kittens?
Yes. Our Puppy Package and Kitten Package cover three visits of vaccines, fecal exams and parasite prevention for one payment.
Call (817) 277-1195 to schedule a wellness exam.
Open Monday to Wednesday and Friday 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM, and Saturday 7:30 AM to 12:00 PM. Closed Thursday and Sunday.