Ep. 83 Preventive Medicine - BEFORE your pet is sick w/ Dr Christine GarrettIn this episode, Dr. Christine Garrett discusses the importance of preventive care for pets. She defines preventive care as actions taken before a pet becomes sick, such as diagnosing diseases early or protecting pets from potential exposures. Dr. Garrett emphasizes that preventive care cannot prevent everything but can help detect and treat diseases early, leading to a longer and healthier life for pets. She recommends annual veterinary visits, regular diagnostic tests, and preventive medications to keep pets healthy. Dr. Garrett also highlights the significance of dental cleanings and provides a fun fact about Christmas tree worms.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Christmas Vacation02:09 Defining Preventive Care03:30 Importance of Preventive Care04:39 Addressing Skepticism05:55 Benefits of Early Detection07:23 AVMA AHA Preventive Health Guidelines08:30 Frequency of Veterinary Visits09:18 Geographical Considerations10:23 Recommended Diagnostic Tests12:07 Pets Age Faster13:21 Preventive Medications14:14 At-Home Preventive Measures17:10 AI Technology in Preventive Medicine18:03 The Importance of Dental Cleanings23:35 Fun Fact: Christmas Tree Worms25:55 Closing RemarksDon't forget to subscribe, and if you found this episode insightful, share it with fellow pet enthusiasts. Wishing you and your pets a happy and healthy journey together!Got a question for Michael and Stephen? Run across something interesting you want to share with the show? Do you have a topic idea for a future episode? Send it to us at thefamilypetpodcast@gmail.com