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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 moved my sweet fur babies to Maplewood and am the happiest I have ever been. Dr. Rebecca helped me keep my sweet Meika alive for far longer than any of us imagined after she got the horrid diagnosis of osteosarcoma. Once osteosarcoma is big enough to find, it's generally all throughout the blood stream. We had no hope other than to keep my old girl happy and not in pain. She was diagnosed in November 2021, given a very short amount of time left, and sent home with great pain management and an even better plan. Meika just passed in January of this year and it's due to the diligence, care, and compassion of all the staff at Maplewood We kept her alive and comfortable and I got to enjoy so much more time with her. I love taking all my babies to Maplewood and will never go anywhere else!"

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