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Welcoming a puppy means new routines, new lessons, and a lot of joyful moments. With the right guidance and care, these early weeks can set the stage for a lifetime of health, happiness, and good habits. One of the first steps in puppy parenthood is a disease prevention exam with your veterinarian. Think of it as a full “physical” for your new best friend.

Even with the best prevention plan, pet parents often have questions about how to keep their pets protected. Here are some of the most common questions we hear at Wheatland Animal Hospital: Do indoor cats need parasite prevention? Yes! Even indoor cats can be exposed to fleas, ticks, and intestinal parasites. Mosquitoes that carry heartworms can also get inside your home. Year-round prevention keeps your cat safe.

Parasite prevention isn’t just a seasonal task — it’s an ongoing part of keeping your pets healthy. Planning ahead ensures your dog or cat is protected from heartworms, fleas, ticks, and intestinal parasites throughout the year. At Wheatland Animal Hospital, we help pet parents create personalized prevention plans tailored to each pet.