Helping Your Pet Stay Healthy at Every Life Stage
Wellness & Preventative Care for Pets in Jackson, TN
Preventative care is essential for maintaining your pet’s health and happiness over the long term. At Carlton Animal Clinic, our comprehensive wellness services are designed to catch health concerns early, prevent disease, and support your pet’s ongoing well-being in Jackson, TN.
We proudly provide comprehensive, individualized veterinary care to dogs and cats throughout Jackson, TN, as well as Madison County, Gibson County, and Crockett County.
What Is Preventative Veterinary Care?
Preventative care is the foundation of lifelong health for your pet. Rather than waiting for illness to appear, our veterinary team takes a proactive approach by focusing on regular checkups, vaccinations, screenings, and parasite prevention. Early detection of health concerns allows us to begin treatment before a condition becomes more serious or even noticeable.
Each wellness visit is tailored to your pet’s age, breed, lifestyle, and medical history to ensure they receive the care they truly need.
What to Expect During a Wellness Visit
Our wellness appointments typically include:
- Full Physical Examination – A nose-to-tail assessment to check for early signs of illness or injury
- Vaccination Review and Updates – Protecting your pet against preventable diseases
- Parasite Screening and Control – Testing for and preventing heartworm, fleas, ticks, and intestinal parasites
- Weight and Nutritional Guidance – Supporting healthy weight and dietary needs with personalized recommendations
- Age-Appropriate Bloodwork – Baseline lab testing to monitor internal organ function and detect changes early
- Spay/Neuter Counseling – Guidance on surgical timing and its benefits for health and behavior
Why Preventative Care Matters
Pets can’t always tell us when something’s wrong — and because they age faster than humans, changes in their health can progress quickly. Routine veterinary care allows us to catch subtle signs before they develop into serious conditions.
Preventative care has been shown to:
- Increase quality of life
- Help pets live longer, healthier lives
- Reduce the need for emergency or advanced care
- Lower long-term veterinary expenses
By prioritizing wellness care, you’re giving your pet the best chance for a healthier future.
Comprehensive Wellness for Every Life Stage
Your pet’s health needs change over time. That’s why our wellness programs are designed to grow with them.
Puppy and Kitten Wellness
Young pets are especially vulnerable to illness and need more frequent visits during their early months. We offer vaccine schedules, parasite prevention, deworming, nutrition guidance, and behavior support to help your puppy or kitten thrive.
Adult Pet Wellness
For adult pets, we focus on maintaining overall health and monitoring for early signs of disease. Annual exams, dental evaluations, and diagnostic screenings are essential for staying ahead of potential concerns.
Senior Pet Wellness
Older pets benefit from more frequent checkups and age-specific care. We monitor for conditions like arthritis, thyroid disease, kidney issues, and vision or hearing loss. Bloodwork and diagnostic imaging help us identify and manage age-related health changes early.
Why Choose Carlton Animal Clinic?
With more than 35 years of experience in veterinary medicine, Dr. David Carlton leads a trusted team of professionals committed to providing exceptional, compassionate care. We treat every pet like part of our family and take the time to build meaningful relationships with the people who love them.
Our clinic has been a proud part of the Jackson, TN, community since 1985. We combine our small-town hospitality with high-quality medical care to deliver the best for you and your pet.
Veterinary Services in Jackson, TN
Schedule Your Pet’s Wellness Visit Today
Call Carlton Animal Clinic at (731) 424-4400 or request an appointment online for your pet’s wellness visit in Jackson, TN.