Wellness Exam for Puppies

Bringing home a new puppy is exciting, but it also comes with plenty of questions. From vaccines and feeding schedules to training and parasite prevention, there’s a lot to learn during those first few months.

Your puppy’s first veterinary visit is an important step in helping them grow into a healthy adult dog.

At Greater Saint John Veterinary Wellness & Urgent Care, we take time to make first puppy visits comfortable, informative, and supportive for both pets and owners.

We’re here to answer questions, guide you through the early stages of puppy care, and help you feel confident moving forward.

What Happens During a Puppy’s First Vet Visit?

Your puppy’s first appointment may include:

• Comprehensive physical examination
• Weight and growth assessment
• Vaccine recommendations
• Parasite screening
• Deworming guidance
• Nutrition discussion
• Behaviour and training guidance

We’ll also talk through common puppy topics such as:

• Crate training
• House training
• Socialization
• Teething
• Feeding routines
• Exercise and play

No question is too small during a puppy visit.

Puppy Vaccinations

Puppies need a series of vaccines during their first months of life to help protect them from serious infectious diseases.

Your puppy’s vaccine schedule may depend on:

• Age
• Breed
• Lifestyle
• Exposure risk
• Previous vaccine history

We’ll create a vaccine plan tailored to your puppy’s needs and explain when future boosters are due.

Parasite Prevention for Puppies

Young puppies are especially vulnerable to intestinal parasites and other infections.

Depending on your puppy’s age and lifestyle, we may recommend:

• Fecal testing
• Deworming
• Flea and tick prevention
• Heartworm prevention

Preventative care early in life helps build a healthier foundation as your puppy grows.

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