Dog/Puppy Health

Tips, tools and resources to keep your new dog or puppy healthy and happy

While our veterinary services staff makes every effort to assess and report the health of your new dog or puppy, please understand the Animal Humane Society is not a full-service veterinary hospital or clinic. Adopters should take their new pet to a veterinarian as soon as possible for an examination.

* free healthcare benefits expire 14 days after adoption *

Important info about the Free Treatment Policy
List of participating vet clinics & hospitals
Health Confirmation Form

Common health issues
1. Kennel Cough
2. Dental issues
3. Ear infections
4. Heartworm
5. Poor/dull coats (more info coming soon)

To avoid complications, do not attempt to self diagnose or treat your pet's symptoms on your own without consulting a veterinarian first.

General Information

Tips for Finding the Right Veterinarian
Signs your pet needs to see the vet
About rabies
Pet sterilization
Travel with pets
Unusual eating habits in dogs and cats

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