Puppy Wellness Program
Vaccination
Vaccines provide protection against potentially life-threatening disease, and are essential during puppyhood as maternal immunity wanes. Puppies receive a series of vaccines against canine distemper, parvovirus, and adenovirus approximately three to four weeks apart, until they are 16 weeks old. Rabies vaccination is also required to protect your puppy, as well as the general public. Additional vaccinations, such as lyme, leptospirosis and bordetella (i.e., kennel cough), are recommended based on your puppy’s expected lifestyle (i.e., grooming, training classes, boarding).
Fecal screening and deworming
Intestinal parasites are common in puppies, and are easily treated with prescription deworming medication. Bring a small stool sample to your puppy’s appointment so we can perform a fecal screening to identify any visible worms or microscopic parasite eggs. We deworm puppies every 2 weeks until 16 weeks of age but also recommend a fecal analysis to screen for any additional parasites or infections that may require treatment.
Parasite prevention
Protecting your puppy from fleas, ticks, and heartworm disease starts right away, so we’ll make product recommendations that are safe and effective for your growing puppy.
Spaying and neutering
As your puppy grows, we’ll discuss the timeline for their spay or neuter surgery. Spaying and neutering not only reduces unwanted litters, but eliminates the chance for some cancers and reproductive emergencies, and may reduce hormone-related behavior problems such as roaming and marking.
Microchipping
Microchips provide convenient and safe permanent identification in case your pet ever goes missing. The microchip, which is approximately the size of a rice grain, is inserted under your pet’s skin with a hypodermic needle. Microchipping can be performed at a routine appointment, without sedation or anesthesia. Once the microchip is implanted, we’ll explain how to register the chip with your name and contact information.
Dental care
Your puppy’s teeth may be replaced by adult teeth, but good dental care routines start in early life. We’ll discuss at-home plaque and tartar prevention and how to teach your puppy to accept tooth brushing.
Nutrition
Growing puppies—especially large and giant breeds—need specialized diets to ensure their bones and muscles develop at a safe rate. We’ll review your puppy’s current diet, make recommendations for each life stage, and help you understand how much to feed your puppy.
Training and behavior
You’re sure to have a lot of questions about your puppy’s behavior, and when and how to start training. We can help with basic training advice about common issues, including house training, nipping, chewing, and barking. We’ll also provide helpful resources for at-home and professional training.
Kitten Wellness Program
Curious kittens are natural charmers, but they need a little help to keep them out of harm’s way. Our kitten wellness program provides comprehensive protection against feline infectious diseases, and helps your new addition start off on the right paw. The kitten program includes a series of exams and vaccinations between 8 and 16 weeks of age, with each visit including a full physical examination and age-based services and discussions.
Vaccination
Your kitten’s initial vaccine series includes immunization against feline viral rhinotracheitis, calicivirus, and panleukopenia. At the appropriate age, we’ll also vaccinate against rabies virus and feline leukemia virus.
Fecal screening and deworming
Intestinal parasites are common in kittens and easily treated with prescription deworming medication. Bring a small stool sample to your kitten’s appointment so we may perform a fecal test to identify any visible worms or microscopic parasite eggs.
Parasite prevention
Monthly flea and tick prevention protects your cat from harmful external parasites and the diseases they carry, and protects your home from infestation. We’ll make recommendations for kitten-safe products you can start using right away.
Feline viral disease screening
Feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV) and feline leukemia (FeLV) are life-altering infections that can be passed from the mother to a kitten. Screening for these diseases early allows us to confirm your kitten is infection-free, and provide a life-long prevention plan.
Microchipping
Microchips provide convenient and safe permanent identification in case your pet ever goes missing. The microchip, which is approximately the size of a rice grain, is inserted under your pet’s skin with a hypodermic needle. Microchipping can be performed at a routine appointment, without sedation or anesthesia. Once the microchip is implanted, we’ll show you how to register the chip number with your name and contact information.
Spaying and neutering
We recommend spaying and neutering kittens by 6 months of age to prevent accidental litters and hormone-related challenges, such as heat cycles, spraying, fighting, and roaming. Spaying and neutering not only reduces unwanted litters, but eliminates the chance for some cancers and reproductive emergencies, and helps your cat live a longer, healthier life.
Dental care
Preventing dental disease starts early with a proper home care routine. We’ll advise you on effective dental products and show you how to brush your kitten’s teeth.
Nutrition
Growing puppies—especially large and giant breeds—need specialized diets to ensure their bones and muscles develop at a safe rate. We’ll review your puppy’s current diet, make recommendations for each life stage, and help you understand how much to feed your puppy.
Training and behavior
You’re sure to have a lot of questions about your puppy’s behavior, and when and how to start training. We can help with basic training advice about common issues, including house training, nipping, chewing, and barking. We’ll also provide helpful resources for at-home and professional training.