Puppy & Kitten Care at Jurupa Hills Animal Hospital
Puppies and kittens can bring so much joy to a home. However, the developmental stages of your new puppy or kitten can bring several challenges. Your puppy or kitten’s immune system is still developing, making preventative care crucial for ensuring its health and safety. Jurupa Hills Animal Hospital in Fontana, CA, is here to tell you about some of the preventative care we offer to protect your new puppy or kitten in the future.
Parasites
Parasites are dangerous for your young animal family members. Fleas and ticks can introduce several significant health problems to your pet’s immune system. Some common health issues parasites can cause in your pet include dermatitis, tapeworms, and Lyme disease. We check for these parasites and can provide medication to treat your pet’s infestation. You can also get flea and tick collars to prevent these parasites from biting your pet.
Spaying and Neutering
Spaying or neutering your pet can prevent unwanted pregnancies and protect it from several significant health problems, such as ovarian or testicular cancer, by removing its reproductive organs. This procedure can also reduce or eliminate unwanted behaviors associated with heat cycles, such as roaming, aggression, and marking. You should get your puppy or kitten spayed or neutered by your vet before its first heat cycle at around six months old.
Vaccines
Several diseases can hurt your puppy or kitten, some of which can cause significant and life-threatening health problems. You must have your pet get a series of vaccinations to protect it from multiple severe illnesses. Core vaccines for dogs include rabies, distemper, parvovirus, and canine hepatitis, while core vaccines for cats include rabies, distemper, calicivirus, and feline herpesvirus.
Your veterinarian near you can also recommend several non-core vaccines depending on your pet’s environment and lifestyle. For example, our vet may recommend the Bordetella vaccine if you plan to board your dog. Our vet will explain the timeline of your puppy or kitten’s vaccines and booster shots.
Wellness Exam
Wellness exams are crucial for keeping your new puppy or kitten healthy. Our veterinarian will thoroughly examine your pet to check for potential health issues. They can use blood work and fecal testing to determine the cause of your pet’s illness. They can also examine your puppy or kitten’s teeth to check for dental problems it may have.
During a wellness exam, your vet can also offer nutritional counseling to ensure your pet gets the proper amount of nutrients to keep it healthy for the future. Talk with your vet about which food you should give your pet and how much it should eat to maintain a healthy weight.
Protect Your Pet With Preventative Care From Jurupa Hills Animal Hospital
Preventative care can ensure your pet remains healthy and happy for several years to come, so contact Jurupa Hills Animal Hospital in Fontana, CA, to protect your pet’s health and well-being today. Call us and schedule a wellness exam at (909) 333-1565.