Congratulations on the new addition to the family! We’re excited for you as much as you are and we want to make sure that we offer the best helping paw while your new member grows through different life stages!
As benchmark, it is best to have your new family member seen by the veterinarian by 6 weeks of age. During that appointment, we’ll answer any questions you might have about caring for your pet and make suggestions regarding the health of your pet based on age and breed. We will also highlight info regarding deworming, talk to you about preventative care, vaccines, as well as spaying and neutering.
Vaccinations are given to help protect your pet from a number of potentially serious and possibly fatal diseases, including rabies. Not only do vaccines protect your new pet from diseases caused by viruses and bacteria, they also strengthen their immune systems.
Your veterinarian can help you make a choice on which vaccines are appropriate for your pet. Recommended vaccines will vary depending on you and your pet’s lifestyle, as well as where you live and what your pet’s home environment is like.
Canine Vaccines Offered:
No, they do not. They are administered at different intervals in the beginning of their life to ensure that the immune system builds enough strength to protect against the common viruses. The proper timing of these visits is key, and most puppies have their initial examination and first vaccines at 6 weeks of age; we then follow through with boosters at 9 and 12 weeks of age. During your puppy’s visit with us, we will also discuss any questions or concerns you may be having regarding your new family member.
Once your pet reaches adulthood and all of the core vaccines have been administered then your veterinarian can begin implementing an adult vaccination schedule.
Take a few days to get to know your puppy, allow him/her to become comfortable in their new home before scheduling your first veterinary visit. Usually, three days is ample time for them to settle in and from there a visit can be arranged (if you have any concerns regarding the well-being of your puppy then a visit should be scheduled sooner). The settling – in period will also give you a chance to observe your puppy’s response to their new surroundings and how they interact within your family setting – these observations help us get a clearer picture of your puppy’s personality and how to interact with them at their first and all future visits.
We look forward to meeting your family pet! Schedule your appointment today!
Congratulations on your new arrival – the staff of City Veterinary Hospital consists of very caring personnel, who will strive to give your new kitten the best healthcare possible. The health of your new kitten is our top priority, if you have any questions regarding their health and well-being, please feel free to call the clinic at 403-529-2525!
As benchmark, it is best to have your new family member seen by the veterinarian by 8 weeks of age. During that appointment, we’ll answer any questions you might have about caring for your pet and make suggestions regarding the health of your pet based on age and breed. We will also highlight info regarding deworming, talk to you about dental care, vaccines, as well as spaying and neutering.
Vaccinations are given to help protect your pet from a number of potentially serious and possibly fatal diseases, including rabies. Not only do vaccines protect your new pet from diseases caused by viruses and bacteria, they also strengthen their immune systems.
Your veterinarian can help you make a choice on which vaccines are appropriate for your pet. Recommended vaccines will vary depending on you and your pet’s lifestyle, as well as where you live and what your pet’s home environment is like.
Feline Vaccines Offered:
It is dependent on age however, the ideal time to see your kitten would be at 8 weeks of age for the initial examination and series which will be followed with boosters at 9 weeks and 12 weeks.
Once your pet reaches adulthood and all of the core vaccines have been administered then your veterinarian can begin implementing an adult vaccination schedule.
One other test that will be discussed during your kittens’ examination will be a viral screening. This test is done to ensure your kitten has not been exposed to either Feline Leukemia or Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) if the test is positive this will change how we will govern your kittens’ health care. FIV is a retrovirus in the same family as the human AIDS virus, with a few significant differences. Bite wounds are generally the primary source of spreading the virus, and it is unlikely (but not impossible) that cats will spread FIV by drinking or eating out of the same food dish, or by mutual grooming. It is not surprising that outdoor cats are particularly susceptible to the virus, and the best way to prevent infection with FIV/FLV virus is to ensure that your cat stays indoors only, which eliminates the possibility of contact with FIV/FLV positive cats.
We look forward to meeting your family pet! Schedule your appointment today!
To raise and maintain the health of your pet we recommend to bring them in for annual exams at least once a year. During their wellness exams, we’ll check your pet’s coat, skin, eyes, ears, nose, mouth, teeth, breathing and heart rate. This examination helps us to identify potential illnesses and medical conditions much earlier, which helps us keep your pet healthy.
We do see some variation in what age is considered senior depending on the breed of your pet. Generally speaking, we consider dogs over the age of seven a senior. However, small breeds live longer than large breeds, so a Great Dane would be considered a senior pet at a younger age than a Chihuahua.
Older animals are more at risk for developing diseases such as thyroid disorders, liver problems, kidney problems, high blood pressure, heart disease, dental disease, muscle and/or joint problems such as arthritis, etc. Many of our pets hide the signs of sore or aching joints from us, and the only subtle sign of problems may be decreased activity as shown by a reluctance to play, climb stairs or jump up onto furniture.
Since many of these age-related problems can be difficult to spot by the average owner until they are advanced, senior pets should visit the veterinarian more often. Annual checkups are considered to be the norm for adult cats and dogs, but once a pet becomes senior, twice-a-year checkups are advisable so that we can look for subtle signs of problems before they become serious. Since dogs and cats age at a much faster rate than humans, visiting the veterinarian every six months would be the equivalent of visiting your doctor for a complete physical examination every 3 or 4 years!
