Your First Visit
Preparing for Your First Veterinary Visit

Your first visit will allow us to get to know each other, check your pet's health, and begin wellness care to help prevent against future illnesses.

Before Your First Visit

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Gather Medical Records

Bring any medical, vaccine or adoption records you may have for your pet.
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Complete Our New Client Form

Download and complete this form to bring with you to your visit.
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Get Tips for a Successful Trip

New environments can be stressful for any pet, we've got some tips for you.
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During Your First Visit

During your pet’s first visit, your veterinarian will do a head-to-tail exam and check overall health, including the skin and coat, eyes and ears, teeth and gums, heart, lungs and other vital organs.

The veterinarian will also check your pet for fleas, ticks and other external parasites.

Your veterinarian will also ask questions about your pet’s diet, habits and activities, and discuss overall health and wellness including:

  • Vaccine History
  • Parasite Prevention
  • Spaying/Neutering
  • Dental Care
  • Microchipping
Ask Questions
Your first visit is an opportunity to ask any questions you may have about your pet's breed. Symptoms of many hereditary conditions are not always obvious, so awareness is important for early detection.

This is also a great time to ask for any recommendations or tips about care, training and feeding. Don't forget to schedule your pet's follow-up visit before you leave. After all, preventive care can help your pet live a longer and healthier life.

If you have any questions at all about your pet's upcoming visit, don't hesitate to contact us. We're looking forward to seeing you and your pet soon.
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    233 North Amphlett Boulevard
    San Mateo, CA 94401
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  • Hours
    Mon - Fri: 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Sat: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Sun: Closed

    Please have your pet dropped off before 5:30 pm, Monday-Friday, and before 4:00 pm on Saturday and Sunday. Please allow yourself 10 minutes the day that you bring your pet to be boarded with us so you may fill out Boarding Admission Form.

    When your pet is scheduled for a surgery, you must bring your pet to the hospital ahead of the actual appointment time between 7:00 am - 7:45 am. Please allow yourself 10 minutes to fill out the necessary paperwork. Always remember, no food or treats past 10:00 PM the night before the surgery, but please have water at all times even during the morning before you drop your pet off.