What to Expect
Puppy visits are jam-packed. They will get a thorough physical exam, you’ll get lots of information for their care, and it’s a time to ask questions of your veterinary team. These initial visits are also your chance to build positive associations between pup and vet, making future visits a breeze.
Bring these things to your appointment:
- Any vaccination records or medical records you have
- Your puppy’s pet insurance details
- The brand name of your puppy’s food (bring a photo of the bag and ingredient list)
- Anything your veterinary team mention at the time you book your appointment.
- Lots of treats to reward your dog and make their experience positive
- A list of questions—so you don’t forget to ask the important stuff
Your veterinarian will cover many topics like:
- Nutritional requirements for your puppy’s breed—how much to feed and how often
- Vaccines and vaccine schedule
- Preventatives for heartworm, flea/tick, and deworming (intestinal parasites)
- Microchipping
- Basic grooming instructions: ear cleaning and nail trimming
- When they are able to go outside and visit other dogs and visit new areas (covered appropriately with vaccinations)
- Importance of considering pet insurance to prepare for the unexpected
Your veterinarian will also be happy to answer any questions you may have, like:
What are safe chews for your puppy?
How you can safely exercise your puppy
Spay/castration timing, and much, much more!
Want more tips? Stay tuned. Or visit our YouTube Channel
7 Tips to find the perfect chew toy – Youtube Video – Puppy’s First Vet Visit by Dr Natalie Marks