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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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"I cannot say enough wonderful things about this clinic. I was in a panic... my dog was in pain, unable to use his left rear leg. His own vet wouldn't see him for 3 weeks. I called around and got an appointment at another vet in a week, but it still wasn't fast enough. Seven Fields was recommended to me, and though they had never seen my dog, they got him in THAT DAY. Sharon the Vet Tech and Dr. Foust saw our big ol' boy. Very gentle, very compassionate, very thorough and very kind. Everything was explained in detail to us and we were given the chance to ask questions if we needed. After x-rays and blood work, it was determined that he has significant arthritis. Dr. Foust did some blood work to make sure his liver was functioning well and then prescribed pain meds and an anti-inflammatory. We left there knowing what was going on with him and our minds at ease that it wasn't anything that needed surgery. To top it off, both a vet tech AND the co-owner called me today to check on my dog and how the visit went. I will be transferring care of my dog and two cats to Seven Fields."

Dixie Baker

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