Puppy & Kitten Care
in Kitchener
Give your puppy or kitten the best start in life with expert wellness care at Wilmot Veterinary Clinic in Kitchener, ON. Our puppy and kitten care services cover comprehensive exams, vaccination schedules, parasite prevention, nutrition advice, and guidance on socialization and behavior — all tailored to young pets’ unique needs. Early preventive care lays the foundation for lifelong health.
When should I bring my puppy or kitten to the veterinarian?
We recommend bringing your new puppy or kitten to the veterinarian as soon as possible after adoption. Most puppies and kittens have their first visit between 6 and 8 weeks of age, which allows us to begin wellness exams and start an appropriate vaccination schedule.
How many wellness visits do puppies and kittens need?
Puppies and kittens typically need a series of wellness visits every 3 to 4 weeks until they are about 16 weeks old. These visits allow us to complete their vaccinations while closely monitoring growth, development, and overall health.
What is included in a puppy or kitten wellness exam?
A puppy or kitten wellness exam includes a full physical examination, recommended vaccinations, parasite prevention, and nutritional guidance. We also provide advice on behavior, training, and socialization to help support healthy development at home.
Why is early wellness care important for puppies and kittens?
Early wellness care plays a critical role in building a strong foundation for lifelong health. Regular visits help prevent disease, identify congenital or developmental concerns early, and ensure your puppy or kitten is growing and developing properly.
"Fantastic service, they took such good care of my kitten. Answered all my questions with expertise and made me feel welcome and comfortable asking anything. Highly recommend!"
~ A. Hopkins
Socialization and Training
Puppy Socialization and Training Guide
Kitten Socialization and Training Guide
Training Guide and Behaviour Problems Handouts – Puppy, Kitten, Behaviour Problems
Nutrition
Veterinary Diets are one of few diets available with digestibility studies.
For example, Purina Puppy Essentialcare and Kitten Essentialcare.
How many calories or cups of food do I feed my pet?
Puppy Growth and Feeding Charts
Vaccination
Puppies and Kittens need vaccines at 8, 12 and 16 weeks of age. For more information visit, Vaccination
Parasites
Puppies and Kittens should be dewormed and fecal tested regularly. For more information visit, Parasites
Toys and Teeth
Remember the “knee-cap” rule when getting a chew toy. If you bang it on your knee and it hurts, then it will break your pet’s teeth! So no bones, antlers, and pizzle sticks. Appropriate toys are Kongs, Nerf Dog Toys and Chuckit! toys. For tips on dental care for your dog click on this link.
Puppy and Kitten Proofing your House and Backyard
Pet Insurance
Puppies and kittens are very likely to ingest things they shouldn’t and are more likely to be injured jumping off the furniture. At the very least consider pet insurance in the first year of your pet’s life. For more information click here OVMA Pet Health Insurance