New Puppy
When you bring your new puppy home, the first thing that you need to do is to make sure that they are healthy. You also want to set them up for continued health for the rest of their life. Our team of veterinarians at Valley Veterinary Hospital of Helena in Helena, MT, has created a puppy package that will set your puppy up for everything that they will need during his first year of life. When his puppy package in place, you can focus on bonding with your new puppy without worrying that they aren’t getting the care that they need. There are a few essential services included in the puppy package.
Well Pet Exams
Your puppy is going to need regular pet exams to be sure that they are in good health. Our puppy package provides a full range of services including a physical exam, a check of your pet's vitals, and home care. If our veterinarian sees fit, diagnostic tests such as fecal exams are also part of the puppy package.
Vaccination and Deworming
Vaccinations are essential in keeping your puppy healthy. During their first year, they will need their first round of shots. All of the necessary vaccinations are included in the puppy package. After the initial shots, they will need annual boosters to continue his immunity.
Deworming is essential for your puppy's health. Puppies eat all kinds of things that they shouldn't, which can result in roundworm, hookworm, tapeworm, and whipworm. Deworming will protect them from getting these intestinal parasites. It is recommended that puppies are given deworming medication at 8-weeks old, 12-weeks old, and 16-weeks old. These are all included in the puppy package.
Spay or Neuter
When your puppy is between six and nine months, spaying or neutering is essential. These surgical procedures will prevent pregnancy, reduce and even eliminate the risk of certain types of cancer, and they can help improve your puppy's behavior. Spaying and neutering can help your puppy live a long life, and the procedure is included in the puppy package.
Schedule an Appointment Today!
The puppy package available at Valley Veterinary Hospital of Helena, MT, will allow you to make sure that your puppy gets their entire first-year healthcare needs addressed. When all of their medical care is scheduled at our animal hospital, you can focus on getting to know your new puppy. You can call our team of veterinarians at (406) 442-0188 to schedule an appointment today!