Puppy And Kitten Wellness In Durham NC

Puppy and kitten wellness care is critical for the growth and development of your pet. As a new puppy or kitten care giver, it's important to ensure that your pet is given proper medical treatment and wellness care at home. Below are some of the most important things you can do for your new puppy or kitten, to ensure that your pet grows up healthy and strong.

Wellness Exams in Chapel Hill

Wellness exams help the veterinarian check the status of your pet's overall health. During wellness exams, the veterinarian will inspect your pet's coat, skin, eyes, mouth, nose, ears and so on. Your pet will be weighed, and the veterinarian will listen to your pet's breathing and heartbeat. The vet will also take a sample of your pet's blood, feces or both.

Wellness exams help identify medical problems before they become advanced. During your pet's wellness exams, we'll also answer any questions you have about caring for your pet. You should bring your puppy or kitten in for a wellness exam by the time he or she is about 6 to 8 weeks old.

Exercise and Diet

Puppies and kittens need to eat right and exercise in order to stay healthy. Play with your pet at least once a day, and take your pet for a walk if possible. Many kittens aren't taken for walks and thus should have play sessions at least twice per day. This helps ensure that your pet gets the right amount of activity to stay healthy. This kind of activity also helps develop a bond between you and your pet.

Food manufacturers make pet food specifically formulated for puppies and kittens. This food packs a lot of protein and nutrients into small portions so your pet can eat small amounts and still get what he or she needs to grow big and strong. Follow all recommended portion sizes on the back of the food bag.

Vaccinations

Vaccinations can help your puppy or kitten avoid serious diseases and common illnesses. At New Hope Animal Hospital in Durham NC, we administer a variety of core and non-core vaccines. Core vaccines are the kind of vaccines that all pets are given, regardless of their lifestyle and risk factors. Non-core vaccines are only administered to pets who are at high risk for certain illnesses. At our animal hospital, we help puppy and kitten owners schedule their pet's shots, and we help pet owners decide which vaccines are right for their pets.

Contact Your Pet's Veterinarian in Durham NC

As your pet's veterinarian in the Durham and Chapel Hill area, we can help you take care of your new puppy or kitten. We administer essential care for puppies and kittens! Whether you're in need of a wellness exam, vaccinations or care giving advice for your new pet, we're happy to help. To find out more, call us today at (919) 490-2000.