5 Things To Bring To Your Puppy’s First Visit To The Vet

Published A Few Days Ago

Starting things off on the right paw with your puppy’s first visit to the vet

It’s time for your puppy’s first visit to the vet – it can be nerve-racking for both you and your pup! Making regular appointments with your veterinarian will help to ensure that you are managing your dog’s health and getting a handle on problems before they get out of hand. And that first visit is the most important one. This is the start of a long relationship with a person who can help your long live a long, happy life.

Before you head into the office, it helps to be prepared. Here is a list of five things that will have you looking like a prepared pet parent.

Bring a list of questions

Bring your puppy’s paperwork

Bring a stool sample

Bring a carrier

Bring your checkbook

If you have any tips you’d like to share from your puppy’s first trip to the vet, feel free to share them. Just leave them in the comment section below.

You May Like

Best First Aid Books for Pet Parents

It never hurts to be prepared for an accident. Have all the info that you need on hand with our top picks for the pet first aid books to own.

Foodle

The spirited little Foodle brings the smarts of the fun-loving Miniature Poodle together with the alert and feisty nature of the Toy Fox Terrier.

Weimapeake

The Weimapeake is a cross between a purebred Chesapeake Bay Retriever and Weimaraner. They make fantastic family pets and prefer being around people.

Best Dog Calming Collars

Dog calming collars rely on the potency of pheromones, herbs, or essential oils to provide much-needed relief to anxious dogs.

Review: Feline Yogi’s Yoga Mat Toy

Namaste, kitty. Official tester cat Boris strikes a pose (NOT downward dog, of course) on the Feline Yogi''s Yoga Mat Toy. What does he think of it?

5 Things To Bring To Your Puppy’s First Visit To The Vet

Your puppy''s first visit to the vet. Before you head into the office, here is a list of five things that will have you looking like a prepared pet parent.

Common Musk Turtle

The Common Musk Turtle is known as the Stinkpot Turtle because they can emit an offensive, foul odor. They make great pets when handled properly.

Product Review: Push Pushi Raincoats

To infinity… and beyond the dog park! Push Pushi Raincoats prepare your dog for rain and space adventure (or at least just look like it) I’ve ne…

Pros and Cons of Having a Dog at College

Is it a good idea to get a dog while you''re at college? Before you decide, be sure to go over all the pro and cons to keeping a pooch while in school.

Petite Goldendoodle

The Petite Goldendoodle is an adorable mash-up of Golden Retriever, Cocker Spaniel, Miniature Poodle and Toy Poodle. A wonderful family dog.

Is This the Dream Job of Every Cat Lover? Feline Sanctuary’s Job Ad

The feline loving-couple behind the God''s Little People Cat Rescue never dreamed that they''ll have over 35,000 applications from more than 83 countries.

Velveteen Lop

The Velveteen Lop is a newer rabbit breed that was actually named after the famous rabbit in The Velveteen Rabbit, a children''s story by Margery Williams.

Belgian Hare

The Belgian Hare is usually kept mainly for show purposes, and not as a pet. Sudden noises or unfamiliar sounds can easily startle this rabbit.

How To Introduce Your Dog To A New Baby

Make the first meeting a joyous occasion – a few tips on how to introduce your dog to a new baby Who is the new, hairless puppy? Why does it smell so s…

Can Cats Eat Apples?

A crisp, sweet treat, chowing down on an apple is a nutritious way to satisfy your hunger. But can cats eat apples?