Wellness Care for Puppies
New puppies are fun an exciting and Queenstown Vet looks forward to partnering with you in providing your new family member with the best wellness care possible. The first few months of a young dog’s life are critical to their development, future health, and well-being.
Schedule your puppy’s first vet appointment at Queenstown Vet as soon as possible after you bring them home. We provide:
Comprehensive Physical Exams
Is your puppy’s growth on track? Are there any telltale signs of current or future health issues? How large will my puppy get? We can answer all these questions.
Vaccinations
The immune systems of young pets are not fully developed. This means they are more susceptible to disease, and therefore, puppies need a series of vaccinations given at monthly intervals to be protected. Your puppy can receive rabies (required by county law), canine distemper series, Lyme series, leptospirosis, canine influenza series and Bordetella series.
Intestinal Parasite Screening
It’s common for puppies to have worms, and they can make your puppy very sick and weak. Some of these worms can also infect your human family members. Fecal testing for intestinal parasites is a must for puppies. Should your puppy test positive for hookworms, whipworms, roundworms, or tapeworms, we’re ready to help.
Microchipping
One of the most important things you can do for your pet is to microchip them. Unlike collars, microchips stay with your pet for life and make it much more likely that your dog will return to you if lost.
First Doses of Heartworm, Flea, & Tick Preventative
Fleas and ticks are not only unpleasant, they carry disease and can be very detrimental to a puppy’s health. Heartworm can be deadly, and while there is treatment available for dogs, it is expensive and hard for your pet. We’ll make sure your puppy is protected with their first doses of flea, tick and heartworm preventive. Â
Behavior & Nutrition Counseling
Puppies don’t come with instructions, but counseling with our veterinarians about the best housebreaking methods, the importance of socialization and basic training will set your pup up for success as a family member and good canine citizen. We can also advise you on feeding schedules and options for optimum health.
To schedule your puppy’s visit at Queenstown Vet, call us at 410-827-6776.