Puppy and Kitten Care
Making the big decision to adopt a puppy or kitten deserves some research. What is a proper diet? What vaccinations are needed? How will you prevent illness? What training programs are indicated? Do you need pet insurance? Should you spay or neuter? What if the new family member develops health problems? Are you really prepared to care for a cat with feline leukemia virus or a dog with separation anxiety? Where do you find the answers? The best all-around source of information for pets and their care is your veterinarian. He or she will help you narrow your choices to a few breeds, personality types and an age group to fit your life style. Your veterinarian will also help you to organize a supply list - things you will need before the pet enters your household. An example of good planning would be to provide one litter pan for each cat in the household, plus one extra litter pan. Consult your veterinarian about the proper diet for your new pet. Get off to the right start. Make your veterinarian a member of your pet care team.
