Congratulations on your new puppy or kitten!

Hopefully you've already taken a lot of pictures because soon your new little wiggling bundle of energy won't be so little.

We recommend that all new puppies and kittens be examined by a veterinarian within one week of being picked up from the shelter or breeder to ensure they are in good health.  Breeders and shelters may have their own timetables for returns or covering any illnesses your puppy or kitten may develop after purchase/adoption.  Please call our office to get your new pet's information in our computer system so we can get his or her chart ready.  If you have easy access to a fax machine, you can fax to us any paperwork the breeder/shelter gave you.  Our fax number is 847-328-2095.  If you'd rather, feel free to bring the paperwork with you to the first appointment.

We recommend arriving five minutes early for your first visit to fill out a brief information form about your pet(s) and so we can copy any paperwork you bring with you.  We also suggest bringing in a stool sample (as recent as possible) to be checked for parasites.  At this appointment your puppy or kitten will also receive any vaccines which may be due. This visit is a great opportunity to ask the doctor any questions you may have about general care, training or behavior problems.  Our veterinarians will also provide you with information and resources that will help you with future questions you may have.  Any vaccine booster appointments your pet needs can be scheduled with the receptionist at the end of your visit. (See Puppy Vaccinations and Kitten Vaccinations)

If you have any questions before or after your first visit feel free to contact us.