Puppies & Kittens

Puppies and kittens, with their developing immune system, are generally more susceptible to getting sick than adult dogs. This is why it’s important to do the following measures to keep your puppy or kitten in good health:

• Maintain good hygiene
• Provide a nutritious diet that supports their development
• Avoid exposing young pets to other animals until critical vaccinations are complete (i.e no dog parks, pet stores, or any place where strange animals could have stayed in.)
• Get vaccinations as soon as it’s recommended by the veterinarian
• Have regular veterinary check-ups for complete preventive care

Some of the most common health problems for puppies and kittens include digestive problems, respiratory infections, parasites, and injuries. Regular checkups, vaccinations, and diligent preventive care practices help in reducing the risk of developing these health issues.

It is recommended to bring your new puppy or kitten to the vet as soon as possible for their first wellness exam. This allows the veterinarian to monitor their growth, screen for health issues, and administer vaccinations as soon as it’s needed.

Puppies and kittens typically require more frequent check-ups than adult pets to ensure their healthy growth and development. Our veterinarian will recommend a schedule based on your pet's specific needs.

Our veterinarians can help you create an individualized vaccination schedule for your puppy or kitten, which may include core vaccinations (e.g. for rabies, distemper, feline viral rhinotracheitis) and recommended non-core vaccinations (e.g. for bordetella, leptospirosis, and chlamydia felis)

Vaccines are either core or non-core. Core vaccines are routinely recommended because they address common diseases for all pets. Non-core vaccines are recommended by veterinarians based on specific needs.

For both puppies and kittens, initial vaccinations are spaced apart because the time between vaccines is needed to ensure optimal vaccine activity.

Puppies and kittens are not only more susceptible to contracting various diseases than older pets, they also tend to show more serious symptoms. This is because their immunity is still under development.
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The best time to vaccinate your kitten or puppy is during the earliest recommended time or as otherwise advised by the veterinarian.

Yes. Each vaccine has a specific schedule of when the initial shot can be given and when the following shots need to be administered. Following the vaccine schedule diligently is necessary for effectively boosting your puppy or kitten’s immunity to diseases.

Fleas and ticks cause discomfort for puppies and kittens and, if left untreated, a flea or tick infestation can lead to serious health complications. Our veterinarians will recommend the best prevention and treatment options for your puppy or kitten.

Puppies can be trained at around 8 weeks of age while kittens can start litter training at around 4 weeks of age.

Once it’s time to train your pet, use positive reinforcement to encourage desired behavior. Reward your pet with treats and praise. Patience and consistency is key. It is also recommended to start with basic commands and to keep training sessions short.

For more information about training young pets, refer to our puppy and kitten guides!

Potty training a puppy or kitten can be a challenging task, but it is important to start early and be consistent. Similar to teaching basic commands, potty training is best done through positive reinforcement. For more information about training young pets, refer to our puppy and kitten guides!

Socializing your puppy or kitten is essential for their wellbeing. Though it is advisable to start early, it is recommended to wait a few weeks before introducing a new puppy or kitten to other pets so they can first get used to their environment. It is also recommended to only introduce puppies and kittens to other fully vaccinated, healthy pets.

When it’s time to introduce a puppy or kitten to other pets, keep them separate until they get used to each other’s scent. Make sure to do this in a calm and controlled environment and make sure to supervise the entire introduction. For more information about socializing young pets, refer to our puppy and kitten guides!

Yes! You can discuss any training or behavioral problems during your puppy or kitten’s wellness exams.

It is recommended to feed puppies and kittens three to four times a day until they are around six months old. After that, puppies and kittens can transition to being fed twice a day.

Nutritional needs vary depending on the size, breed, and unique needs of your puppy or kitten. Our veterinarians provide nutritional consultations to ensure that your young furry friend is getting all the nutrients they need for optimum growth and development.

In our puppy and kitten guides, we give recommendations on toys to get for your young furry companion. As a general tip, look for toys that are safe,  non-toxic, and intended for puppies or kittens. Avoid toys with small parts that could be a choking hazard. If you suspect that your puppy or kitten has ingested a part of a toy, reach out to us for an urgent appointment.

We recommend that female dogs get spayed at 6 months of age. Meanwhile, male dogs can be neutered between the ages of 6 and 12 months. Cats can be spayed or neutered at around 4 months of age

A pre-surgical examination is done for all pets to ensure utmost safety for spaying or neutering. This pre-surgical exam determines if and when a pet can undergo spaying or neutering.

Pet insurance can be a great way to help avoid unexpected veterinary expenses. When choosing pet insurance, make sure to get coverage that is suited for your pet’s needs.

Pet parents can be reimbursed by their pet’s insurance, as long as the treatment falls within the scope of the plan.

Different pet insurance plans and wellness plans offer different types of coverage. Please contact your provider for questions or clarifications about your puppy’s or kitten’s insurance or wellness plan.

You can schedule your puppy or kitten’s visit hours, days, or weeks in advance. If you need an urgent appointment, our doors are also open for same-day appointments and urgent drop-offs!

We accept cashless payments only; this is to ensure the safety of our clinics and clients. We are pleased to accept all major credit and debit cards, as well as CareCredit and ScratchPay.