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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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"I recently brought my very sick cat to this clinic from another clinic because the other clinic had made her infection worse with a steroid injection. Dr Mey with the assistance of Justine tried to help her but she became too overcome with infection and then developed heart enlargement and complications. . We ultimately had to euthanize her within 2 weeks from the day she became mildly sick with a respiratory viral infection. She was not yet 2 yrs old. She was a totally indoor cat and we think an underlying virus she once had like feline herpes virus while in a nasty humane society downstate as a kitten who then was saved by SAFE in Clare County by a wonderful woman Connie who fostered her. I ultimately adopted her at 9 months old and she had a great life with us for 12 months until her untimely death. Dr Mey and Justine did all they could and I must mention Dr Foster who took his time to fill me in on her chest xray results while Dr Mey was busy in surgery. He was kind and took his time to discuss her situation. Sweet Luna is gone ( my little looney tunes) but never forgotten."

Nancy S.

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