Puppy & Kitten Exams

Welcoming your new puppy or kitten to the family.

Bringing a new kitten or puppy home is an exciting time for every family. Much like when a new human infant comes into the world and needs extra care and attention, new animals need frequent visits with your veterinarian to ensure they (and your whole family) stay safe and healthy.

Wellness Exams

8-16 WEEKS

Depending on your pet's size, breed, and other factors, most puppies and kittens will start their vaccination series at 8 weeks old. Your pet's initial visit would include an examination with a focus on your pet's lifestyle to determine which vaccines will be necessary, as well as, an intestinal parasite screening and deworming. This initial visit would be the first of a series of exam and vaccination appointments which would be scheduled every 3-4 weeks until your pet reaches roughly 16 weeks of age.

16 WEEKS

Around this age, your pet is old enough for the rabies vaccine, which is required by city and state ordinance. Depending on lifestyle (frequent time outdoors or in the woods, lots of socialization with other animals) there may be other vaccinations or preventative recommendations for your pet.

6 MONTHS

As puppies and kittens become dogs and cats, they are old enough to be spayed or neutered.

Want Help Training Your Puppy?

Socialization for your pet will determine their temperament and tendencies as they get older. There are some bad habits that can form (jumping, barking, biting) if not addressed early on. As a social species, dogs benefit from time around other dogs, and it is important to give them this time for their own development (and to help make it easier to take them out as they grow).