Longer, Happier Lives

Starts with routine wellness care.

Services commonly included in preventative care visits are:
  • Comprehensive physical and wellness exams
  • Customized vaccination plans
  • Fecal testing to check for intestinal parasites
  • Heartworm testing and prevention guidance
  • Routine deworming when needed
  • Dental health evaluations and recommendations
Our goal is simple: to help your pet live a longer, healthier, and more comfortable life through proactive, personalized care. At Alpena Veterinary Clinic, we believe the best way to keep pets healthy is to stop problems before they start. Preventative care is the foundation of a long, active, and happy life for your dog or cat.

Annual physical exams are one of the most important tools we have for early disease detection. Pets can’t always show us when something is wrong, but a thorough exam can often reveal issues before they become serious. During your pet’s yearly visit, we tailor care recommendations based on their age, lifestyle, and risk factors. Preventative Care for Cats & Dogs

Senior pets hold a special place in our hearts. As pets grow older, maintaining their comfort, mobility, and quality of life becomes increasingly important. Because our team members are pet owners themselves, we understand how meaningful these years are for both pets and their families.

As pets age, they often develop changes such as arthritis, reduced energy, or subtle shifts in behavior that can be easy to miss. Dogs and cats are naturally good at hiding pain, which is why regular senior wellness exams are so important. Our team is trained to recognize both physical and behavioral signs that may indicate discomfort or underlying disease.

Our senior care approach focuses on maintaining comfort and supporting mobility through a combination of treatments tailored to each pet’s individual needs, which may include:
  • Annual senior wellness exams and ongoing monitoring
  • Pain management and anti-inflammatory medications
  • Nutritional support and supplements
  • Laser Therapy for pain relief and mobility support
  • Spinal adjustments and rehabilitation techniques
 Senior Care & Comfort Our goal is to help your pet remain active, comfortable, and engaged in daily life for as long as possible. Senior pets can continue to enjoy an excellent quality of life with the right combination of care, attention, and treatment planning.

If you notice changes in your pet’s movement, behavior, energy level, or overall comfort, we encourage you to reach out. Early intervention can often make a significant difference in helping pets stay happy, healthy, and comfortable throughout their golden years.

Nutrition & Prescription Diets

Good nutrition is one of the most powerful tools we have to support a pet’s health and well-being. The phrase “you are what you eat” applies just as much to pets as it does to people. What goes into their bowl can directly impact their energy, weight, longevity, and disease management. Our doctors can provide individualized nutritional recommendations to help your pet reach and maintain an ideal weight, support chronic health conditions, and improve overall well-being.

We offer a variety of diet options, including trusted brands such as Hill’s Science Diet and Royal Canin, along with a wide selection of prescription diets designed to help manage conditions such as kidney disease, urinary issues, allergies, diabetes, and more.

To make feeding your pet more convenient, we also provide a range of diet options through our website, making it easier to access the nutrition your pet needs from home.

Because pet food safety matters, we encourage clients to stay informed about potential recalls by following our Facebook page as well as checking updates from the FDA.

If you’re unsure which food is right for your pet, our team is always happy to help guide you toward the best nutritional plan for their specific needs and lifestyle.

Behavior & Anxiety Support

We understand that behavior changes in pets can be stressful for both animals and their families. Anxiety, fear-based behaviors, and phobias are more common than many pet owners realize and the good news is, help is available.

We offer one-on-one behavioral consultations with our doctors to better understand what your pet is experiencing. If helpful, we may review videos of your pet’s behavior at home to get a clearer picture of triggers and patterns that may not appear during a clinic visit.

From there, we work with you to develop a personalized plan that may include behavior modification exercises, environmental changes, calming supplements, or medical support when appropriate. Our goal is not just to manage symptoms, but to improve your pet’s long-term comfort and confidence.

Our team is also trained in Fear Free principles, which means we focus on reducing stress and creating a more positive experience during every visit. This includes gentle handling techniques, low-stress environments, and individualized care approaches designed to help pets feel safer in the clinic.

If your pet is showing signs of anxiety, fear, or unusual behavior at home, we encourage you to reach out early; supporting behavior concerns sooner often leads to better, faster improvement for both pets and their families.