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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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"So unfortunately, my 3 year old English Springer Spaniel hurt his paw in a kind of freak accident on Sunday 11/14/2021. We rushed him to an ER vet and didn't have the best experience. I called St Boni Pet Hospital on Monday morning after getting no sleep on Sunday night and Michelle broke the news they didn't have any available spots until the next Friday. I honestly had a sense of peace in my heart because I knew Michelle would pull through for me. In less than 20 minutes, she called me back to let me know an urgent care spot had opened up for that same afternoon. When I brought my dog in, they were so accommodating for him, we got to go right back to an exam room that had a blanket on the ground for him to be more comfortable. The vet tech (I am so sad I don't remember her name) was seriously the best part. I could tell that she loves her job and she loves animals. She thoroughly explained everything better than the veterinarian did and she told me what to expect in the exam. I felt as though she really listened to my concerns and made sure the veterinarian addressed them. It would have been nice if I didn't have to come back the next morning for radiographs of his leg, but the same vet tech explained that by coming back, they would be able to spend a thorough amount of time doing the imaging. Whether this was just to pacify me, I don't know, but it worked. They were able to sedate him the next day and we were in and out in a touch over an hour. The veterinarian showed me the images and offered to send them to an orthopedic surgeon. They got back to me the SAME DAY with the results from the orthopedic surgeon. We are honestly so blessed in the care our dog got in this scary situation. Our dogs are our children and it was wonderful."

Alisyn L.

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