Puppy & Kitten Wellness

Puppy & Kitten Wellness at Upper Village Veterinary Hospital is designed to give your pet clear, practical veterinary support while helping you understand what is happening and why it matters. The visit starts with your pet as an individual, not a generic checklist.

Our team looks at your puppy or kitten's first months of care, medical history, lifestyle, age, and any changes you have noticed at home. From there, we explain the options in plain language, map out upcoming exams and vaccine boosters, and help guide their care throughout the first year of life.

Most puppies begin veterinary checkups and their vaccine series at about 6 to 8 weeks of age. Kittens should also be examined promptly after joining your family, and core kitten vaccines may begin as early as 6 weeks. Bring any records from the breeder, rescue, shelter, or previous veterinarian so we can confirm what has already been given. If there are no reliable records, do not wait—contact us so we can make a safe plan.

After the first appointment, we will create a schedule based on your pet's age, health, lifestyle, and vaccine history. Puppy boosters are commonly given every 2 to 4 weeks until they are older than 16 weeks, while kitten boosters are commonly given every 3 to 4 weeks until 16 to 20 weeks of age. We will also plan growth checks, parasite prevention, nutrition guidance, and other first-year care.

We listen to the heart and lungs; check the eyes, ears, mouth, skin, coat, joints, abdomen, and body condition; and look for developmental or congenital concerns. We also review appetite, digestion, behaviour, home routines, previous vaccines, deworming, and any records you bring with you.

Depending on your pet's age and history, the visit may include vaccines, parasite screening or treatment, nutrition guidance, and a conversation about socialization, training, microchipping, and future spay or neuter timing. We will explain every recommendation and schedule the next booster or follow-up visit before you leave.

Our recommendations are based on your pet's exam findings, health history, comfort, age, lifestyle, and the goals you share with us. We focus on clear communication and practical next steps.

When there are multiple options, we explain what each option is for, what it may tell us, and how it may change the care plan. The goal is to make veterinary decisions feel understandable, not rushed.

Use the online booking link to request an appointment, or call Upper Village Veterinary Hospital at 647-560-9276 if you would rather speak with the team first.

If you are worried your pet may need urgent attention, call instead of waiting for an online booking confirmation so we can help direct you appropriately.