Puppy and Kitten Care

Trust us with the health care of your new family member.

Young pets are adorable, and are so much fun. But, they require special care to maintain proper health to support their proper growth. At the first puppy visit, we will discuss many important decisions to be made about your pet, including; nutrition, socialization, parasite prevention, upcoming vaccination schedule, and even talk with you about when you should consider spaying or neutering your pet.

Our recommended vaccination and health routines for puppies and kittens are outlined below. Please feel free to click on the link below the chart that applies to your pet, from there, you will have the option to print the chart to better keep track of when and what your new family member needs to stay healthy.

Puppy Vaccination & Health Routine

Age	Treatment
8 Weeks	Physical examination Distemper-Parvo Combination Vaccine – 1st booster in 3 booster series. Dewormer only as needed Lepto FVRCP
12 Weeks	Physical examination Distemper-Parvo Combination Vaccine – 2nd booster in 3 booster series. Dewormer only as needed Bordetella (Kennel Cough) Vaccine Lyme Vaccine – 1st booster in 2 booster series. FVRCP
16 Weeks	Physical examination Distemper-Parvo Combination Vaccine – 3rd and final booster in 3 booster series. Dewormer only as needed Lyme Vaccine – 2nd and final booster in 2 booster series. Rabies Vaccine FVRCP
6-8 Months	Spay/Neuter Recommended Microchipping recommended at the time of spay/neuter surgery
1 Year	Annual Physical Examination Rabies Vaccine – Annual booster will be eligible for 3 year booster if updated within the month of the due date. Distemper-Parvo Combination Vaccine – Annual booster. Lyme Vaccine – Annual booster. Kennel Cough Vaccine – Annual booster. 4DX Test – Annual blood test that tests for heartworm, lyme, erlichiosis, and anaplasmosis. Bloodwork including fecal and 4DX

*Treatments for flea, tick, and heartworm prevention are critical when taking steps to keep your pet as healthy as possible. Just ask our staff about the many options we provide for the prevention of many different parasite infestations that can affect your dog. Our staff will be able to help you decide which preventative works best for you and your pet!*

Kitten Vaccination & Health Routine

Age	Treatment
8 Weeks	Physical Examination Feline Distemper Vaccine – 1st booster in 2 booster series. Feline Leukemia Vaccine – 1st booster in 2 booster series. Dewormer only as needed FVRCP
12 Weeks	Physical Examination Feline Distemper Vaccine – 2nd and final booster in 2 booster series. Feline Leukemia Vaccine – 2nd and final booster in 2 booster series. Dewormer only as needed FVRCP
16 Weeks	Physical Examination Rabies Vaccine Dewormer only as needed FVRCP
6-8 Months	Spay/Neuter Recommended Microchipping recommended at time of spay/neuter surgery.
1 Year	Annual Physical Examination Rabies Vaccine – Annual booster will be eligible for 3 year booster if updated within the month of the due date Feline Distemper Vaccine – Annual booster. Feline Leukemia Vaccine – Annual booster. Possible dewormer (depending on your pet) Bloodwork including fecal and 4DX

*Treatments for flea, tick, and internal parasite prevention are critical when taking steps to keep your pet as healthy as possible. Just ask our staff about the many options we provide for the prevention of many different parasite infestations that can affect your cat. Our staff will be able to help you decide which preventative works best for you and your pet!*

Working together to keep pets happy and healthy.

Location

2222 Lafayette Road
Portsmouth, NH 03801
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Hours

Monday-Friday: 8:00am – 6:00pm
Saturday: 8:00am – 2:00pm
Sunday: Closed

Contact Info

Phone: (603) 431-0020
Fax: (603) 433-4234
Email: info@lafayetteanimalhospital.com

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