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. Complete the New Client Form prior to your first visit.
  2. 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
  3. Collect any necessary stool or urine samples, if requested.
  4. 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.
  5. 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.

"Grateful for Their Quick Help in a Time of Crisis.When our Jack Russell Terrier had a sudden and severe allergic reaction vomiting, full-body hives, and alarming facial swelling and we were in a complete panic. Our regular vet was closed, and we began calling around desperately to find help. Out of all the animal hospitals we contacted, Salt Pond Animal Hospital was the only one that picked up the phone. Even though they were closed at the time, they took the time to listen to our situation with care and urgency. They immediately recommended a new urgent care facility in Narragansett that was open and accepting walk-ins, which turned out to be exactly what we needed. Their willingness to answer the call and point us in the right direction made all the difference. Without their help, we might have lost even more precious time trying to find somewhere open. Thanks to their guidance, our dog received the immediate treatment he needed and is now back to feeling like himself.We are incredibly grateful to Salt Pond Animal Hospital for being there for us when we needed someone most. They weren't just helpful but they were a lifeline."

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