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Your Pet's First Visit

A pet's first visit to the vet can seem a bit daunting, so we've put together a list of info and resources to help you prepare. 

At your first appointment, we will gather information about your pet’s background, health, diet, and training. We can also address any questions or concerns you might have.

Your veterinarian will examine your pet from nose-to-tail, looking for things like heart murmurs, ear infections, and/or parasites. Your vet can also provide pet-proofing tips, training assistance, and parasite protection recommendations. 

Before Your First Appointment
  1. Complete the New Client Form prior to your first visit.
  2. Assemble and be sure to bring all the proper items with you:
    • Your pet's adoption or purchase records
    • Any existing medical history
    • A list of current medications and supplements
    • Current feeding schedule and the brand of food you use
    • A list of questions you have for your veterinarian
  3. Collect any necessary stool or urine samples, if requested.
  4. If you're bringing in your dog, be sure he or she is accustomed to being on a short leash. If you're bringing a cat, be sure to have an appropriate carrier.
  5. Feel free to bring your pet's favorite treats to keep them happy and distracted!

Appointment Policies

​Please arrive 5 minutes prior to your pet's appointment for check-in. If you have not filled out all relevant patient forms yet, plan to arrive 10 minutes ahead of your appointment.

While we do our best to make sure all of our patients are seen on time, there will be times of occasional unexpected delay due to an emergency or because we are providing care for a patient that needs a little more time. Please accept our apologies should this occur, and understand that the same dedication and courtesy will be provided to your pet should they ever need it.

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"I've been here for 1 scheduled apt and 2 emergency apts. In short, their staff is caring, empathetic, compassionate, and knowledgeable.Even when they are busy and wait times are high, they do their very best. With emergency care, you may be the only emergency or one of 3 or 4 or more in that moment, so you do need to be prepared to commit hours of your time because you dont know what the capacity and need is gonna look like. They also work with you on cost, take time to explain options, and help you apply for things like carecredit if needed.The care they provide you when you have to let go of an animal is absolutely touching. To the staff there--the docs, the assistants, the counter staff--thank you for being such a support to myself and everyone that comes in struggling to make really tough decisions. Your work is so appreciated and it takes an incredible amount of love and compassion to do this work. I am so greatful for the care and love provided to my pet and also that you showed towards me."

Maddy Y.

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