At BetterVet, we believe that every pet deserves to lead a full, happy, healthy life, and that’s why we are committed to caring for your WHOLE pet, from nose to tail.
In keeping with our mission to provide the best veterinary healthcare experience for pets and their humans, our team of experts developed Your WHOLE Pet: The 5 Essential Elements of Pet Wellness.
The 5 Elements of Pet Wellness
While every pet has unique needs, there are fundamental aspects of wellness that remain consistent throughout each life stage. Our approach, embedded in our philosophy, revolves around five key elements.
These are the cornerstones that contribute significantly to a pet's overall well-being, ensuring they thrive in all areas of life.
1. Wellness, Preventative Care, and Planning
At the heart of our approach is preventative pet healthcare. Regular Wellness Exams and Sick Visits help to identify your pet’s risk factors early on. This proactive approach to pet wellness helps us address and treat potential health issues before they become more serious
Additionally, pet wellness plans and insurance are additional resources to support your pet's ongoing care. Wellness plans make it easier and more affordable for pet parents to schedule the veterinary services their pets need, while pet insurance typically covers the cost of unexpected illness and injury.
Pet wellness plans and insurance provide a predictable way to manage costs and a safety net of care.
2. Human-Pet Bond
The bond between pet parents and their pets is rich in mutual benefits and directly affects the health and emotional well-being of both. While it's important to take care of our pets' basic physical needs, it's equally important to recognize that dogs and cats thrive when they form and maintain a deep emotional bond with their human companions.
3. Optimal Nutrition and Diet
A pet's diet is a cornerstone of their health and longevity. A balanced diet helps maintain an optimal weight, which directly affects the pet's overall well-being.
An appropriate weight reduces the risk of health problems such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and kidney disease.
As pets age, proper nutrition and weight management become critical, helping alleviate joint pain and age-related discomforts.
4. Longevity and Quality of Life
There is a clear connection between regular, preventative veterinary care and pets' longevity and quality of life.
We make it easier for pet parents to access the essential services their pets need throughout every stage of their lives. As pets grow and their needs change, we are committed to supporting their long-term health.
5. Exercise, Enrichment, and Positive Mental Health
Regular physical activity is integral to your pet's health, happiness, and behavior. Beyond this, dogs and cats benefit from daily mental exercises and enriching experiences.
Engaging in playful activities, spending time with other pets, and genuine moments of connection are good examples that enhance their overall well-being.
Conclusion
At BetterVet, we are committed to providing comprehensive healthcare services to support every pet's well-being, by integrating physical and emotional health. This includes in-home vet checkups, telehealth/telemedicine, and nutrition and behavioral consultations.
Pet wellness plans are the perfect supplement to your pet’s preventative care. If you're looking for a way to budget the cost of your pet’s vet care, consider our BetterVet’s Wellness Club for consistent and comprehensive in-home care with affordable monthly payments.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does WHOLE Pet veterinary care contribute to my pet’s longevity?
The WHOLE Pet philosophy refers to the key components of comprehensive veterinary care that contribute to pet longevity.. Another way to support your whole pet is with a wellness plan. Pet wellness plans make it easier and more affordable to schedule regular veterinarian visits and health checks, making early detection and treatment possible.
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Ackerman, L. (2021, March 11). Pet-Specific Care for the Veterinary Team. John Wiley & Sons.
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Churchill, Julia A, DVM, PhD and Eirmann, Laura, DVM (May, 2021). Senior Pet Nutrition and Management. Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice, Volume 51, Issue 3, May 2021, Pages 635-651.
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Docksai, R. (2014). Extending Pet Longevity: Our Companions in Sickness and in Health. The Futurist, Washington, Vol. 48(3), 47–51.
