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To maximize your pet’s health and happiness,

Hunter Animal Hospital’s veterinary health care team recommends the following:


Canine Health Schedule:

6-8 weeks of age

Physical examination
Puppy care advice
Deworming/heartworm preventative medication
DHPPC vaccination includes Distemper, Hepatitis, Parainfluenza, Parvo virus, and Corona virus vaccine

10-12 weeks of age

Physical examination
2nd deworming
DHPPL booster of DHPP and 1st Leptospirosis vaccine.
Bordetella (Kennel cough) vaccine

14-16 weeks of age

Physical examination
Establish parasite prevention program
DHPPL booster vaccine
Bordetella booster vaccine
Rabies juvenile vaccine (valid for 1 year)

6 months of age

Spay female
Neuter male

14-16 months of age/Annual visits

Complete physical examination
Fecal check for internal parasites
DHPP annual vaccine
Bordetella annual vaccine
Rabies adult vaccine (valid for 3 years)
Heartworm blood test if needed
Heartworm preventative medication
Additional vaccines (Lyme disease, Giardia, Rattlesnake, etc.)
for high risk dogs
Flea prevention and tapeworm treatment for high risk dogs

Depending on your dog’s breed, it may be considered a “senior” at 5-7 years of age. Senior dogs, like people, face an increased risk of certain health problems. Early detection through the use of simple laboratory tests can help prolong and improve your dog’s quality of life. During your dog’s annual senior exam, our veterinarians may recommend some of the following routine procedures:

Complete blood count
Chemistry profile
Urinalysis
Blood pressure
EKG