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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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"Upon our arrival to the Savannah area our 15-year-old girl, Frankie, became ill and lethargic. We took her in and the vet gave an exam-based diagnosis of lymphoma. Told us to keep her comfortable and prescribed some meds to ease the symptoms. Over the weekend she became much worse and we took her back in. This is where the vet gave us the worse news a dog owner could hear. The condition had deteriorated. We made the decision to put her down and the vet was incredibly comforting as we stayed with Frankie while the injection was administered. The whole event would have been damn near impossible to deal with but the staff put us at ease and helped us muscle through. We had our girl cremated and not a week after we received a sympathy card along with a paw print from Frankie. An incredible gesture. So now we have our new boy, Turk, a Pit Bull who will not see anybody but the Vets and staff at Cedar Animal Hospital."

James S.

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