Your dog will be spayed/neutered, dewormed, and vaccinated by the time your adoption is complete.
You should schedule an appointment with your veterinarian as soon as you know you will be adopting, so that you can be positive that your new dog has a clean bill of health. Be sure to bring all the health records from the shelter to your first vet visit. If you are adopting a puppy, discuss your puppy’s vaccinations schedule with your vet, as puppies should receive booster shots approximately every 3 weeks until they are four months of age. Adult dogs or puppies older than 4 months should start seeing the vet annually for a physical examination, vaccines, parasite tests, dental check, and any necessary tests recommended by your vet. Older dogs will need to be checked more frequently than once a year, as advised by your veterinarian.
Take your dog to the veterinarian if:
-You have a puppy that is not gaining any weight
-Your dog is lethargic or is gaining/losing weight
-Your dog appears to be in some type of discomfort
-You notice a change in your dog’s general health such as his coat losing its luster or his eyes missing their brightness
Regular veterinary care is imperative to your dog’s health. Remember that daily exercise, a balanced diet,
and regular veterinary checkups are the best preventatives to serious health risks.
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