New Pet Information
~PUPPIES~
AGE RECOMMENDED CARE
~KITTENS~
AGE RECOMMENDED CARE
*Pets age seven times faster, on average, then people. Most dogs and cats reach adulthood by age two. By age four, many pets are entering middle age. By seven, most dogs particularly larger breeds, are entering their senior years. Because dogs and cats age so rapidly, major health changes can occur in a short amount of time. The risk of dental disease, heart disease, diabetes, kidney disease, arthritis and cancer all increase with age. Many of these diseases and conditions can worsen within a matter of weeks. Even pets that appear normal can have an underlying problem that may only be detected during an examination by your veterinarian.*
*Because dogs and cats age so rapidly, they should receive a wellness exam from a veterinarian twice a year. Twice a year wellness exams can help your veterinarian diagnose, treat or, ideally, prevent health problems before they become life-threatening. They also provide an opportunity to discuss nutrition, behavior and other concerns with your veterinarian. Twice a year wellness exams can help your pet live a longer, healthier and happier life. Help your best friend feel better at every age. Schedule your pet's six-month wellness exam today!*
AGE RECOMMENDED CARE
- 2 WEEKS - WORM FOR PARASITES
- 4 WEEKS - REPEAT WORMING
- 8 WEEKS - 1ST DISTEMPER-PARVO ADENO- 2nd. PARASITE EXAM
- START HEARTWORM PREVENTION
- 12 WEEKS - 2ND DISTEMPER-PARVO ADENO-2nd. LEPTO-4
- BORDETELLA (if indicated)
- 16 WEEKS - 3RD DISTEMPER-PARVO ADENO-2nd. LEPTO-4 - RABIES (1yr.)
- 6 MONTHS SPAY or NEUTER
- 6 month Health check and parasite exam Annual boosters are recommended for all vaccinations, and a parasite screening is recommended twice a year. Heartworm tests are to be performed annually in order for you to purchase your heartworm prevention for that year.
~KITTENS~
AGE RECOMMENDED CARE
- 2 WEEKS - WORM FOR PARASITES
- 4 WEEKS - REPEAT WORMING
- 8 WEEKS - 1ST DISTEMPER/UPPER RESPIRATORY VACCINE AND PARASITE SCREENING
- 12 WEEKS - FELV/FIV TEST - 2ND DISTEMPER/UPPER RESPIRATORY VACCINE-1ST LEUKEMIA VACCINE
- 16 WEEKS3RD DISTEMPER-RESPIRATORY- 2ND LEUKEMIA VACCINE - REPEAT PARASITE SCREENING - RABIES (1yr.)
- 20 WEEKS+/- 4th FELINE DISTEMPER/UPPER RESPIRATORY
- 6 MONTHSSPAY OR NEUTER
- 6 month Health Annual boosters are recommended for the Distemper, Respiratory, Leukemia, and Rabies vaccines. A parasite screening should be done yearly.
*Pets age seven times faster, on average, then people. Most dogs and cats reach adulthood by age two. By age four, many pets are entering middle age. By seven, most dogs particularly larger breeds, are entering their senior years. Because dogs and cats age so rapidly, major health changes can occur in a short amount of time. The risk of dental disease, heart disease, diabetes, kidney disease, arthritis and cancer all increase with age. Many of these diseases and conditions can worsen within a matter of weeks. Even pets that appear normal can have an underlying problem that may only be detected during an examination by your veterinarian.*
*Because dogs and cats age so rapidly, they should receive a wellness exam from a veterinarian twice a year. Twice a year wellness exams can help your veterinarian diagnose, treat or, ideally, prevent health problems before they become life-threatening. They also provide an opportunity to discuss nutrition, behavior and other concerns with your veterinarian. Twice a year wellness exams can help your pet live a longer, healthier and happier life. Help your best friend feel better at every age. Schedule your pet's six-month wellness exam today!*
