10/16/2026
“But my pet isn't sick…why do they need bloodwork?”
That's a GREAT question.
When we recommend wellness bloodwork for an apparently healthy pet, we're not necessarily looking because we think something is wrong.
We're establishing a baseline.
Every pet is an individual, and knowing what is normal for YOUR pet gives us something incredibly valuable to compare against as they age.
Bloodwork can give us information about things we can't see during a physical examination alone—including red and white blood cells, platelets, liver and kidney values, blood sugar, proteins and more.
Sometimes, laboratory changes appear before your pet is showing obvious symptoms at home.
Think of it like taking a picture of what's happening on the inside while your pet is feeling good.
Then, when we repeat those tests in the future, we're not just comparing your pet to a laboratory reference range.
We're comparing your pet to themselves.
Preventive medicine isn't only about treating disease. It's about looking for opportunities to protect health while we still have it. 💙
Wondering whether wellness bloodwork is appropriate for your pet? Ask us at their next visit or give us a call!
📞 512-746-0111
📍 Compassion Veterinary Hospital
11720 N I-35, STE 600
Jarrell, TX 76537