Wellness & vaccines
At your visit, ask your veterinarian about the exam schedule, which vaccines are recommended, and when your puppy should return. Timing depends on your puppy’s history and risk.
New puppy essentials
Online Puppy Packet.
A simple first-year starting point for getting to know your puppy and preparing for a healthy life together.
Your first visit, made easier.
Each puppy is different. We’ll create an individual care plan with you based on their age, history, health, and daily life.
Before the visit: Bring adoption or breeder paperwork, previous vaccine or treatment records, a list of foods and medicines, and a few questions you’d like answered. New clients should arrive 10–15 minutes early for paperwork.
Parasite protection
Ask about testing, heartworm prevention, and flea/tick or intestinal parasite prevention appropriate for your puppy. Use products only as directed for their age and weight.
Food & growth
Choose a complete food made for puppies and ask about portion size as your dog grows. Keep fresh water available and mention changes in appetite or digestion.
Socialization & training
Build calm, positive experiences with people, sounds, handling, and basic cues. Ask your veterinarian how to balance socialization with your puppy’s vaccination status.
Home safety
Store medications, cleaners, small objects, cords, and unsafe foods out of reach. Keep an ID tag and ask about microchipping before a puppy gets loose.
Questions to bring
Write down questions about house training, chewing, sleep, exercise, spay/neuter timing, insurance, and which symptoms should prompt an urgent call.
This general guide is not a diagnosis, treatment plan, or substitute for veterinary advice. Your veterinarian will tailor recommendations to your puppy.