Whether you’ve already taken the plunge, or are just considering adding a new puppy or kitten to your family, you’ll want to start them off in the best possible way with a visit to Carolina Pets Animal Hospital. We understand how life changing a new pet can be, whether it’s your first or your fifth. That’s why we are proud to welcome your new companion, and we will be here to answer all of your questions and offer support at every stage.

Just like children, puppies and kittens require love, attention, responsibility and commitment. Proper care and nurturing of your new little one consists of providing a safe and loving home, quality nutrition and regular visits to your family veterinarian. We recommend you bring your puppy or kitten in for its first visit between 6 – 8 weeks of age, or if older right after adoption.

Although most new pets are adopted or sold claiming to have had all of their shots, and be in perfect health, this can be misleading as puppies and kittens need to stay on a regular schedule for vaccines and preventative medications such as deworming. In fact, most new pets need to be seen about once per month, up until the time they are 5 months old.