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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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"We recently added one handsome and sweet rescue German Shepherd to our family. It's been some 21 years since we've shared our home with dogs, so were not quite sure where to go for the initial consultation. We chose Sabino Veterinary Care simply because it was convenient on Sabino Canyon Road, and are delighted we did. The office staff is excellent, attentive, welcoming, and genuinely interested in the"clients"that walk in their door. The technicians are competent but know their limitations, yet have a lot of knowledge. The several veterinarians are well trained, very pleasant to interact with, careful listeners, well organized and quite patient. Finally, their fees seem quite reasonable. We are now much more comfortable with our new family member, knowing that we can get whatever professional assistance we might need."

George D.

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