You are excited about bringing a new pet into your home.
Raising a puppy or kitten can be a very rewarding experience, but also one that comes with responsibility. easyvet Overland Park can assist you in making your pet’s first year a healthy one with comprehensive veterinary care for puppies and kittens from the Overland Park, KS area. We will work with you to make sure that your small companion gets the medical care they need to grow up into a healthy adult.
Essential Veterinary Needs for Puppies and Kittens
Vaccinations
Puppies and kittens are particularly vulnerable to certain diseases until they receive their immunizations. Our team will discuss your pet’s health and lifestyle in order to create a puppy vaccine schedule or kitten vaccine schedule with the core and non-core vaccinations that they need. Vaccinations start around 6-8 weeks, followed by boosters until your small companion has built up their immunity. Please remember to stick to your pet’s vaccine schedule. If you must reschedule an appointment, do so right away to avoid having to restart a vaccine series.
Deworming:
Sometimes, puppies and kittens are born with internal parasites such as roundworms, hookworms, and tapeworms that are passed down from their mother. If left untreated, internal parasites can lead to severe health problems. Your new pet will be given a few rounds of deworming treatments to eliminate any of these parasites. There is a possibility that these treatments will have already been started by a breeder or adoption shelter.
Flea, Tick, and Heartworm Prevention
Parasites can cause health issues in your puppy or kitten all year round, and they should start protection as soon as possible. Parasite preventatives are appropriate to be given around 6-8 weeks, depending on your pet’s weight. Our team will discuss the best parasite prevention methods to keep your new pet safe from severe parasite-borne diseases.
Additional Recommended Services
Microchipping
A collar and tags are a great way to identify your pet if they get lost, but your furry friend will likely not have a collar on all the time. A microchip is a permanent ID that can be easily scanned by a veterinary clinic or animal shelter in the event that your pet ever goes missing.
Diagnostics
The best time to catch a health issue is as early as possible. Our team may recommend certain diagnostic testing during your puppy or kitten’s first year to look for any health concerns and establish a baseline for their health.
Advice & Tips
Raising a puppy or kitten for the first time can come with a lot of questions. When you visit us, you can always discuss important topics with our veterinary professionals, such as whether your pet is getting the right nutrition or when they can start socializing with other animals.
Puppy and Kitten Wellness Packages
The first year of care for a puppy or kitten can be pricey as they will need many vaccine boosters and trips to the veterinarian. easyvet Overland Park has wellness packages specifically for puppies and kittens that will save you 40% on routine preventive care like vaccinations and wellness exams. You can visit our Wellness Package page to see what is included and talk to our friendly team about how to sign up.
We love treating kittens and puppies in Overland Park, KS.
Your puppy or kitten deserves a great start in life, which means setting a foundation for health with veterinary care. Schedule your pet’s first appointment at easyvet Overland Park! If you are looking for a same-day appointment, please call us to ask if any are available. We look forward to meeting you and your new pet.
easyvet Overland Park provides veterinary care for puppies and kittens in Overland Park, Lenexa, Shawnee, Leawood, Grandview, Loch Lloyd, Olathe, and neighboring Kansas areas.
