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rylariaizmik · 05-04-2014, 10:17 AM

Hello it's me again...

So my original plan with the vet was to sign up for their puppy care plan which would have saved me about $263 in wellness and preventative care. Well, after speaking with the lovely lady at the vet's office he may not qualify for that because he'll have already have had his second set of vaccines. I guess they can't just start in the middle of the plan which sucks to high heaven. She did refer me to a coupon for a free physical exam which was nice.

My question to you is what do I expect at this visit? I made it for the same day that I'm getting him so that way he can just get it over with and then rest the remaining time of the weekend.

Lovetodream88 · 05-04-2014, 10:29 AM

Are you referring to banfield?

rylariaizmik · 05-04-2014, 10:32 AM

No, it's another local one. I live right next to a vet but the place I chose has impeccable reviews and a family type environment.

Maximo · 05-04-2014, 10:34 AM

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Originally Posted by rylariaizmik

No, it's another local one. I live right next to a vet but the place I chose has impeccable reviews and a family type environment.

I just PM'ed you. Ignore the Banfield question.

Lovetodream88 · 05-04-2014, 10:37 AM

Is he due for more shots or is it just like a check up?

gemy · 05-04-2014, 10:52 AM

When-ever you purchase a new puppy it is very good practice to take them into the vet with 48hrs. For one thing most health warranties require that you do this.

At your first visit to the vet, you will be asked to fill out their paperwork, have with you the DOB, your contract, and the health record from their previous vet. Also microchip information if they are already microchipped.

A good vet wants to have some assurance that this puppy is legally yours

There should be a through physical examination including but not limited to:

heart examination with the stethoscope
Each joint but for sure all major joints palpated and moved. If a male the vet should check to see if both testes are descended. Shoulder area and spine should be palpated. Knees should be checked
Checking for inguinal or umbilical hernias
Check to see if dew claws are present and a reminder to you to trim them.
Mouth - bite is checked - mouth is opened to see coloration of gums
Ears - examined and a "smell" check done.
Gait - a brief look at the gait of the puppy.
Eyes - should be looked at - you want to see clear bright eyes no discharge

Hope this helps out.

Wylie's Mom · 05-04-2014, 10:57 AM

The vet should check:

-ears
-eyes
-knees for luxating patellas (very important as this is common to yorkies!)
-heart
-lungs
-teeth
-body condition
-weight
-whether testes have dropped (if not, your neuter may be much more $$, and breeder should help pay for it)

kjc · 05-05-2014, 05:31 AM

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05-04-2014, 10:17 AM	#1
rylariaizmik Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Fredericksburg, VA, United States Posts: 100	First vet visit...what to expect Hello it's me again... So my original plan with the vet was to sign up for their puppy care plan which would have saved me about $263 in wellness and preventative care. Well, after speaking with the lovely lady at the vet's office he may not qualify for that because he'll have already have had his second set of vaccines. I guess they can't just start in the middle of the plan which sucks to high heaven. She did refer me to a coupon for a free physical exam which was nice. My question to you is what do I expect at this visit? I made it for the same day that I'm getting him so that way he can just get it over with and then rest the remaining time of the weekend.

05-04-2014, 10:29 AM	#2
Lovetodream88 Yorkie mom of 4 Donating YT Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: LaPlata, Md Posts: 23,249	Are you referring to banfield? __________________ Taylor My babies Joey, Penny ,Ollie & Dixie Callie Mae, you will forever be in my heart!

05-04-2014, 10:37 AM	#5
Lovetodream88 Yorkie mom of 4 Donating YT Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: LaPlata, Md Posts: 23,249	Is he due for more shots or is it just like a check up? __________________ Taylor My babies Joey, Penny ,Ollie & Dixie Callie Mae, you will forever be in my heart!

05-04-2014, 10:52 AM	#6
gemy YT 2000 Club Donating Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Huntsville,Ont,Canaada Posts: 12,340 Blog Entries: 2	When-ever you purchase a new puppy it is very good practice to take them into the vet with 48hrs. For one thing most health warranties require that you do this. At your first visit to the vet, you will be asked to fill out their paperwork, have with you the DOB, your contract, and the health record from their previous vet. Also microchip information if they are already microchipped. A good vet wants to have some assurance that this puppy is legally yours There should be a through physical examination including but not limited to: heart examination with the stethoscope Each joint but for sure all major joints palpated and moved. If a male the vet should check to see if both testes are descended. Shoulder area and spine should be palpated. Knees should be checked Checking for inguinal or umbilical hernias Check to see if dew claws are present and a reminder to you to trim them. Mouth - bite is checked - mouth is opened to see coloration of gums Ears - examined and a "smell" check done. Gait - a brief look at the gait of the puppy. Eyes - should be looked at - you want to see clear bright eyes no discharge Hope this helps out. __________________ Razzle and Dara. Our clan. RIP Karma Dec 24th 2004-July 14 2013 RIP Zoey Jun9 th 2008-May 12 2012. RIP Magic,Mar 26 2006July 1st 2018

05-04-2014, 10:57 AM	#7
Wylie's Mom Furbutts = LOVE Donating Member Moderator Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 35,889 Blog Entries: 2	The vet should check: -ears -eyes -knees for luxating patellas (very important as this is common to yorkies!) -heart -lungs -teeth -body condition -weight -whether testes have dropped (if not, your neuter may be much more $$, and breeder should help pay for it) __________________ ~ A friend told me I was delusional. I nearly fell off my unicorn. ~ °¨¨¨°ºOº°¨¨¨° Ann \| Pfeiffer \| Marcel Verdel Purcell \| Wylie \| Artie °¨¨¨°ºOº°¨¨¨°

05-04-2014, 10:32 AM	#3
rylariaizmik Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Fredericksburg, VA, United States Posts: 100	No, it's another local one. I live right next to a vet but the place I chose has impeccable reviews and a family type environment.

05-05-2014, 05:31 AM	#8
kjc I♥PeekTinkySaph&Finny Donating Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Baltimore, Maryland Posts: 18,872	http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/die...uidelines.html __________________ Kat Chloe Lizzy PeekABooTinkerbell SapphireInfinity