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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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"This clinic has been a God send for my two dogs. I have a 16 year old dog and a newly adopted puppy. I fell in love with my puppy but did not understand the magnitude of his health needs. He was sick and I didn't even know. He slept a lot and wasn't active. At his first immunization visit, the vet noticed he had a double ear infection, heart worms and a few other serious but curable things. The vets saw me monthly to check on the pups progress and even called me at home.To keep costs down I saw vet techs there who were highly knowledgeable about my pup and his issues under the guidance of the vet. The staff is kind and gave me options on scheduling appointments and medication refillswhich can be done from their website. I'm sorry- no review can convince me this is a bad place for pets with my older dogs arthritis the staff has literally come out to our pick-up and examined him so he didn't have to move as much. It's Whittaker Road clinic for me"

Keya S.

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