General Wellness & Preventative Care

Affordable pet wellness care at Acadia Animal Medical Center in Rayne, LA. Vaccines, flea and heartworm prevention, and more!
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General Wellness & Preventative Care for Pets in the Acadiana Region

At Acadia Animal Medical Center, we’ve been caring for pets in Rayne and the surrounding communities since 1985. Families from Crowley to Lafayette know our team by name and we often know their pets even better. Whether you’ve just welcomed a new puppy or you’re managing the needs of a senior cat, we’re here with the kind of care that keeps tails wagging and hooves healthy.

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Local, Trusted Wellness Care That Fits Your Family

Our veterinary team offers annual wellness exams for dogs and cats. These visits are a chance to track weight, monitor for early signs of illness, and answer your questions. We take our time, so you never feel rushed. And if your pet gets nervous, we’re patient. Most of our staff have pets with quirks, too. You’ll get honest recommendations based on your pet’s lifestyle, breed, age, and medical history.

What to Expect at a Wellness Visit:

Full physical exam from nose to tail

Heart and lung checks

Skin, ears, and eye evaluations

Dental health overview

Review of diet, weight, and behavior

Personalized vaccine planning

Parasite prevention guidance

Puppy and Kitten Visits

Bringing home a new puppy or kitten is exciting, and a little overwhelming. We’re here to help you get off on the right foot. Early visits help us build a relationship with your pet and give them a positive experience at the clinic.

We’ll walk you through a vaccination schedule, talk about diet and house training, and answer questions about socialization or behavior. From the very first tail wag or kitten purr, we’re invested in helping your new companion grow into a healthy adult.

Here’s what we focus on during those first visits:

Puppy and kitten wellness exams

Initial vaccinations

Fecal testing for parasites

Deworming schedules

Nutritional advice

Puppy and Kitten Visits

Vaccinations for Pets in Rayne, LA

Vaccines are one of the most important tools we have to prevent serious illness. Our clinic provides vaccination programs for pets based on age, species, lifestyle, and local risk.

For puppies and kittens, we recommend a series of core vaccines starting around 6 to 8 weeks of age. For adult dogs and cats, we tailor boosters to your pet’s specific needs. No one-size-fits-all approach here.

Common vaccines we administer:

Rabies

DHPP (Distemper, Hepatitis, Parvo, Parainfluenza)

FVRCP (Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis, Calicivirus, Panleukopenia)

Bordetella (kennel cough)

Feline leukemia

Canine Influenza (required for our grooming and/or boarding services)

Leptospirosis

Equine vaccines and Coggins testing

If you’re unsure what vaccines your pet needs, just give us a call. We’re happy to review your pet’s records and make recommendations.

Year-Round Parasite Prevention

In Louisiana, fleas, ticks, and mosquitoes aren’t seasonal pests. They’re around all year, which makes year-round parasite prevention essential.


Our veterinary team will recommend safe, effective preventatives based on your pet’s size, age, and species. Whether it’s a monthly chew, a topical application, or a long-lasting injection, we’ll help you choose what works best for your routine and your budget.

Why parasite prevention matters:

Heartworms are spread by mosquitoes and can be fatal

Fleas can cause allergic reactions and transmit tapeworms

Ticks can carry Lyme disease and ehrlichiosis

Some parasites are zoonotic (they can spread to people)

We also provide routine testing, including heartworm and fecal exams, to make sure your pet stays protected.

Why Families Choose Acadia Animal Medical Center

There’s a reason generations of pet owners keep coming back to our clinic. It’s not just the quality of care, it’s the way we treat people.

Our veterinary team stays current on medical advancements and has recently upgraded our diagnostic equipment, but the heart of what we do has never changed.

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If you’re in the Acadiana Region and looking for real care from people who truly know the community, give Acadia Animal Medical Center a call. Whether it’s your pet’s first visit or their fifteenth, we’re ready to help them stay healthy. Call us at (337) 334-9631 to request an appointment today.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pet Wellness

We recommend yearly exams for most pets, and twice-yearly visits for senior animals or those with ongoing medical needs.

Young pets typically need a series of core vaccines starting at 6 to 8 weeks, repeated every 3 to 4 weeks until 16 weeks of age. We’ll create a schedule based on your pet’s needs.

Yes. Fleas and mosquitoes can easily enter homes, and indoor cats are still at risk for heartworm disease and intestinal parasites.

That’s completely normal, and we’re used to it. Our team takes a gentle, patient approach with every animal. We’ll go at your pet’s pace, offer treats, and adjust how we handle the visit based on their comfort level. Many pets warm up over time once they realize we’re here to help.

Absolutely. Louisiana’s climate supports mosquitoes year-round, making year-round prevention the safest approach for both dogs and cats.

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Do you have more questions?

Call us today at (337) 334-9631 or email us at aamcvets@gmail.com

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