Puppy Wellness

Congratulations on your newest addition! We are honored that you’ve chosen to include us in your journey. We look forward to watching them grow!

Our puppy wellness plan is a great way to ensure your puppy is getting everything he needs during this very important stage of his life. From preventative care to behavioral and training recommendations.

Puppy Wellness & Essentials Guide

Congratulations on your newest addition! We are honored that you’ve chosen to include us in your journey.  We look forward to watching them grow! 

6-8 Weeks

Initial comprehensive physical examination

Vaccines:

  • 1st DHPPV (Distemper, Hepatitis, Parainfluenza, and Parvovirus)
  • Fecal float to check for intestinal parasites
  • Begin dewormer
  • Begin heartworm and flea & tick preventatives

Q&A:

  • House or crate training  
  • Socialization and desensitization
  • Nutrition and feeding
  • After hours emergency resources

10-12 Weeks

Puppy well visit and examination

Vaccines:

  • 2nd DHPPV
  • Fecal float to check for intestinal parasites
  • Boost dewormer
  • Heartworm and flea & tick preventatives

Consult:

  • Behavior changes during development
  • Nail trimming & grooming
  • Parasite control

14-16 Weeks

Puppy well visit and examination

Vaccines:

  • 3rd DHPPV
  • 1st Leptospirosis
  • Bordetella
  • Fecal float to check for intestinal parasites
  • Heartworm and flea & tick preventatives

Consult:

  • Discuss spay/neuter procedure and schedule
  • The importance of oral care

18-20 Weeks

Puppy well visit and examination

  • Blood work (good for 6 months, pre-surgical for spay/neuter)
  • Complete blood cell count
  • Heartworm status check
  • Adult wellness chemistry blood work

Vaccines:

  • Final DHPPV
  • Final Leptospirosis
  • Lyme
  • Rabies
  • Fecal float to check for intestinal parasites
  • Heartworm 6-month injection/oral and flea & tick preventatives

1 Year and Up

  • Begin annual adult well visits and examination
  • Fecal float for intestinal parasites
  • Annual adult blood work
  • Complete blood cell count
  • Heartworm status check
  • Adult wellness chemistry blood work

Vaccines:

  • DHPPV
  • Rabies
  • Lyme
  • Leptospirosis
  • Bordetella
  • CIV (Canine Influenza)
  • 12-month heartworm injection/oral and flea & tick preventatives

Puppy Essentials

  • COLLAR & LEASH: We recommend ones that glow for nighttime walks or embroidered items for easy identification.
  • ID TAG: We recommend ID tags just in case your pet gets lost, especially during summertime when fireworks and storms happen.
  • MICROCHIP: Microchipping your pet will vastly increase chances of reuniting, should your pet become lost. It the size of a grain of rice and can be updated right from your phone or computer.
  • HARNESS: Harnesses are great for keeping pressure off of a puppy’s developing trachea and neck muscles.
  • BED OR COT: Beds not only provide comfy spaces but also can be used as a great training tool.
  • CRATE: Crates can be used to provide a safe space for your pet, as a training tool or for transport.
  • DIET: Finding the right diet for your pet can be challenging. All three of these brands are available on our online Pharmacy. Check our site for more details or give us a call!
  • TREATS: Most of our patients enjoy Lean Treats at the hospital! Grandma Lucy’s is available on our online Pharmacy. Great for training!
  • PUZZLES: Puzzles keep a growing puppy’s mind stimulated and helps keep them from feeling bored or anxious.