New Puppy or Kitten Guide | VetPlayas Tijuana

First-Time Puppy or Kitten Owner? Here’s What You Need to Know

Congrats on the new furball in your life! 🐾 At VetPlayas, we love guiding new pet parents through those exciting (and chaotic!) first months with your puppy or kitten.

📅 Step 1: Schedule Their First Vet Visit

Bring them in within the first 7 days of adoption or purchase. Why? We’ll check for any hidden issues, set up a vaccine schedule, and answer all your questions — no judgment, just help.

Book now for same-day or next-day puppy/kitten checkups.

💉 Vaccines & Deworming

  • Dogs: DHPP, Rabies, Bordetella, Lepto (as needed)
  • Cats: FVRCP, Rabies, FeLV (if outdoor)
  • Both: Start deworming by 2–3 weeks of age and repeat regularly

Vaccines aren’t optional — they’re your pet’s armor against deadly diseases.

🛏️ Safe Space, Sleep, and Socializing

Set up a cozy crate or bed. Keep noisy kids or other pets calm around them for the first few days. Slowly introduce new environments and sounds — this shapes confident adult behavior.

🥣 Nutrition & Feeding Schedule

  • Puppies: 3–4 meals a day of puppy formula kibble or wet food
  • Kittens: Small meals every 4–6 hours, kitten-specific food only
  • No table scraps, cow milk, or raw meat

Ask our vet which food fits your breed, age, and size.

🚽 Potty Training & Litter Box Setup

Start early and stay consistent. Reward positive behavior immediately. Accidents are normal — punishment isn’t productive. Ask our team for breed-specific tips.

🧠 Basic Training & Play

Puppies and kittens learn fast — good and bad habits. Start with short, daily sessions: sit, stay, come, name recall. Use toys, praise, and gentle correction.

🧪 Monthly Prevention

  • Flea & tick protection
  • Intestinal deworming
  • Heartworm meds (for dogs)

We’ll give you a custom plan during your first visit.

✅ Conclusion: Give Your New Pet the Best Start in Life

Raising a puppy or kitten isn’t always easy — but with love, structure, and professional support, it’s incredibly rewarding. At VetPlayas, we’re not just your vet — we’re your partner in every paw-step of the journey.

New to pet parenting? Let’s build your custom care plan together. Schedule your first visit now and start strong.


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