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Your Pet's First Visit

A pet's first visit to the vet can seem a bit daunting, so we've put together a list of info and resources to help you prepare. 

At your first appointment, we will gather information about your pet’s background, health, diet, and training. We can also address any questions or concerns you might have.

Your veterinarian will examine your pet from nose-to-tail, looking for things like heart murmurs, ear infections, and/or parasites. Your vet can also provide pet-proofing tips, training assistance, and parasite protection recommendations. 

Before Your First Appointment
  1. Complete the New Client Form prior to your first visit.
  2. Assemble and be sure to bring all the proper items with you:
    • Your pet's adoption or purchase records
    • Any existing medical history
    • A list of current medications and supplements
    • Current feeding schedule and the brand of food you use
    • A list of questions you have for your veterinarian
  3. Collect any necessary stool or urine samples, if requested.
  4. If you're bringing in your dog, be sure he or she is accustomed to being on a short leash. If you're bringing a cat, be sure to have an appropriate carrier.
  5. Feel free to bring your pet's favorite treats to keep them happy and distracted!

Appointment Policies

​Please arrive 5 minutes prior to your pet's appointment for check-in. If you have not filled out all relevant patient forms yet, plan to arrive 10 minutes ahead of your appointment.

While we do our best to make sure all of our patients are seen on time, there will be times of occasional unexpected delay due to an emergency or because we are providing care for a patient that needs a little more time. Please accept our apologies should this occur, and understand that the same dedication and courtesy will be provided to your pet should they ever need it.

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"We were unable to get into our regular vet as they were booked full (and the vet was in surgeries) and our situation was an emergency that could not wait. Even though the animal clinic of Kearney had no openings yesterday they still took in our furry baby. They did everything in their power to save him, absolutely everything.The veterinarian caring for him kept in constant contact with us. Although our little boy couldn't come home with us, they let all 5 of us pile in to say goodbye to him. They were full of other customers with actual appointments but they gave us so much time with him, all while taking up a room they probably needed.They were very gentle and loving with our boy and our family. The staff, from the receptionist to the tech to the veterinarian, were all so understanding, caring and patient with us.I can't express how much we appreciate the care they gave our family and our fur baby. I highly recommend this practice not only for the services they provide but for the way each and every member of staff treats their patients and families."

Kimberly W.

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