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Your Pet's First Visit

A pet's first visit to the vet can seem a bit daunting, so we've put together a list of info and resources to help you prepare. 

At your first appointment, we will gather information about your pet’s background, health, diet, and training. We can also address any questions or concerns you might have.

Your veterinarian will examine your pet from nose-to-tail, looking for things like heart murmurs, ear infections, and/or parasites. Your vet can also provide pet-proofing tips, training assistance, and parasite protection recommendations. 

Before Your First Appointment
  1. Complete the New Client Form prior to your first visit.
  2. Assemble and be sure to bring all the proper items with you:
    • Your pet's adoption or purchase records
    • Any existing medical history
    • A list of current medications and supplements
    • Current feeding schedule and the brand of food you use
    • A list of questions you have for your veterinarian
  3. Collect any necessary stool or urine samples, if requested.
  4. If you're bringing in your dog, be sure he or she is accustomed to being on a short leash. If you're bringing a cat, be sure to have an appropriate carrier.
  5. Feel free to bring your pet's favorite treats to keep them happy and distracted!

Appointment Policies

​Please arrive 5 minutes prior to your pet's appointment for check-in. If you have not filled out all relevant patient forms yet, plan to arrive 10 minutes ahead of your appointment.

While we do our best to make sure all of our patients are seen on time, there will be times of occasional unexpected delay due to an emergency or because we are providing care for a patient that needs a little more time. Please accept our apologies should this occur, and understand that the same dedication and courtesy will be provided to your pet should they ever need it.

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"Losing a pet and emotionally handling the loss is hard enough, but when you have a vets office that can compassionately help you through that time makes a world of difference. During lockdown and even months after, I was grappling with declining health of my dog and had just moved to Muncie. Care Animal Hospital was recommended to me and I couldn't be more grateful for the compassion they showed at that time. Now, years later, my other dog was declining quickly in her older age but I have since moved away from Muncie. I traveled over three hours to bring her to the same vet her brother went to because of the compassion the staff shows, the speed that they are able to work with their cremation services and get my fur baby back home, and knowing that they truly care for animals. For me, it wasn't a question - I would drive the three hours there and three hours back because my fur babies deserve the best. Thank you for handling them with such care but also for the compassion your staff showed during both of the most difficult times saying goodbye to my children's emotional support dogs after so many years."

Kris M.

(765) 284-3000 Appointments
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