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.

"I started going here because they see exotic pets. Now my dog is a client as well. They have been kind and compassionate to my dog while he has been having health difficulties. I like the veterinarians at Vida Vet Care. They have been very generous with their time when returning calls about blood work / diagnostics. I can be a little anxious when I'm worried about my dog's health problems and they've been very thorough when answering my many questions and emails. I'd like to publicly say thank you to all of the veterinarians here who have helped me and my animals.I just wanted to update my review of this veterinary practice. I am very thankful I found you guys. It is hard to find a veterinarian you can trust and I deeply appreciate everyone we have seen at Centennial. You've all been very accommodating and generous with my dog and I. We seem to always have health issues come up at night and my worried emails always get addressed first thing the next business day. We can't recommend you highly enough! I also have an exotic pet and I'm so glad you provide care to those animals as well. I hope your current clients all treat you like gold because you all deserve to be recognized as such!"

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