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Puppy & Kitten Care in Round Rock, TX

Congratulations on your new family member! From first vaccines to first-year milestones, our team helps your puppy or kitten get off to a happy, healthy start.

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A Healthy Start Begins Here

The first year of your pet’s life sets the foundation for a lifetime of good health. At Vista Vet Animal Hospital & Pet Lodge, we guide you through every step, including vaccines, parasite prevention, nutrition, training tips, and more. We’ll answer all your questions along the way, so you feel confident caring for your new companion.

What to Expect at the First Visit

A gentle, nose-to-tail exam and weight check
A review of any records from the breeder, shelter, or rescue
A fecal test and deworming for intestinal parasites
Starting or continuing your pet’s vaccine series
Time for your questions about feeding, house training, litter habits, and behavior

What to bring: any medical or vaccine records, a list of food and supplements, and a fresh stool sample if possible.

Puppy & Kitten Visit Schedule

Young pets need a series of visits to build full protection. Here’s a general guide. Your veterinarian will tailor the plan to your pet.

Age	What happens
6-8 weeks	First exam, first vaccines, deworming, fecal test
10-12 weeks	Vaccine boosters, parasite prevention, behavior and nutrition check-in
14-16 weeks	Final puppy/kitten boosters, rabies vaccine, microchipping
5-6 months and up	Spay/neuter consultation, dental check, growth review
1 year	First annual wellness exam and vaccine boosters

Vaccines for Puppies & Kittens

Vaccines are given in a series every few weeks until about 16 weeks of age, so your pet builds strong immunity.

Puppies: Distemper, Parvovirus, Adenovirus (DHPP), and Rabies. Lifestyle vaccines such as Bordetella, Leptospirosis, Canine Influenza, and Lyme may be recommended based on risk.
Kittens: FVRCP (Feline Rhinotracheitis, Calicivirus, Panleukopenia) and Rabies. Feline Leukemia (FeLV) vaccination is recommended for kittens, along with FeLV/FIV testing.

Planning to board, groom, or attend puppy classes? Ask us which vaccines are required.

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Parasite Prevention

Fleas, ticks, intestinal worms, and heartworms are common in Texas and can make young pets very sick. We’ll start your puppy or kitten on year-round prevention that’s safe for their age and size.

Microchipping

Curious puppies and kittens can slip out an open door. A microchip is a permanent ID that greatly improves the odds of a happy reunion. It can be placed during a regular visit or during spay/neuter surgery.

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Nutrition, Training & Behavior

Growing pets have unique nutritional needs. We’ll help you choose the right food, portion sizes, and feeding schedule. Our team also offers tips on house training, litter box habits, crate training, chewing, scratching, and early socialization, so your pet grows into a confident, well-adjusted companion. We also offer baths and nail trims, a great way to help young pets get comfortable with handling early on.

Planning for Spay & Neuter

We’ll talk with you about the best time to spay or neuter your pet, based on species, breed, size, and lifestyle.

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Welcome to the Vista Vet Family

We can’t wait to meet your newest family member! To help with first-year costs, we accept CareCredit and Scratchpay financing. Book your puppy or kitten’s first visit today, and let’s start a lifetime of wagging tails and happy purrs together.

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