Routine vaccination and deworming are the basis for disease prevention. There are vaccines that can prevent life-threatening diseases and vaccines that can help minimize or eliminate contagious diseases that can affect performance. A heavy burden of parasites can cause weight loss, a rough haircoat, and colic. Strategic deworming plans may be implemented to minimize cost and maintain a healthy pet.

Deworming: A medication that eliminates parasites like roundworm, flukes, and tapeworm from the body. Deworming can be given to humans and animals in a variety of forms, including pills, liquids, pastes, gels, injectable, or pour-on. 

Vaccines: Can prevent many diseases, including rabies, canine parvovirus, and feline leukemia.