Bringing a new puppy into your family is an exciting time, but it also comes with the responsibility of ensuring their health and well-being from an early age. Plainfield Veterinary Clinic & Surgical Center offers a full suite of puppy care services to ensure your new companion gets off to the best start.
What to Expect at Your Puppy’s First Vet Visit
During your puppy's first vet visit at Plainfield Veterinary Clinic & Surgical Center, you can expect a warm welcome from our caring staff. Our experienced veterinarians will conduct a thorough nose-to-tail examination to assess your pup's overall health and development. We'll discuss your puppy's vaccination schedule and administer any needed immunizations to protect against dangerous diseases.
Our team will also discuss important topics like proper nutrition, behavior training, socialization, and at-home care tips to ensure your furry friend flourishes. We encourage you to ask any questions you may have — no concern is too small when it comes to your puppy's well-being.
Your Puppy’s Initial Exam
Your puppy’s initial exam will include the following:
- Complete physical exam. We will check his/her weight, listen to his/her lungs and heart, and examine the other internal organs by palpating them. We will also check your puppy’s ears, eyes, nose, skin and teeth.
- Flea/tick control. We will discuss the best product for your puppy’s lifestyle.
- Heartworm preventative.
- Fecal examination for intestinal parasites and appropriate deworming.
- Answers to all your questions.
- Discussion with you of the appropriate vaccination schedule for your puppy’s breed and anticipated lifestyle and the development of a vaccination schedule.
- Necessary vaccines or vaccine boosters
