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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. 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
  2. Collect any necessary stool or urine samples if requested.
  3. 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.
  4. 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 absolutely love Schultz Veterinary Clinic. They took us and our sick pup in back in 2022. We were met with such amazing compassion. Karen bent over backwards to get us in as soon as possible after an emergency vet stay and when our then-vet was scheduling 3mo out. We knew then that we had found our new vet home for our two Silky Terriers.Schultz Vet Clinic saw us through our old girl's illness and thanks to Schultz staff and Dr. Mallory, we had an additional 4 quality months with her. When it was time to say goodbye, Becky somehow understood me through my sobbing and got us in right away. Dr. Malinak was so patient and understanding. She gave me time with my girl and accommodated my dad and I as we said goodbye. Their care of her afterwards was wonderful and her ashes came back home to me less than a week later - on my 40th birthday.Less than a month later, an unexpected phone call lead to welcoming another Silky girl into our home, undoubtedly sent to us by our angel. She clearly saw we needed some comedic relief for our shattered hearts. Once again, we were back at Schultz.Each and every time, they've been accommodating, understanding, resourceful and respectful. Rizzo and Remi (and Wrigley ) love(d) everyone there. We're so thankful to have found them"

Katie P.

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