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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. 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.

Book Appointment (708) 532-3866

"I would 100% recommend Avenue animal hospital. I have been coming here for about 5 years. I have multiple dogs that come here and all of them are seen by the 3 veterinarians. Dr Quinlin, Dr Snell and Dr Mottell are all absolutely wonderful. They are caring and compassionate and understanding. The doctors take their time with check ups and address all of my concerns I may have. My dogs are all in various stages of life and the vets here have taken wonderful care of my pooches. All the CVT's are amazing too. They handle my dogs with such care for everything that needs to be done. The front desk staff are also great, I am always greeted with a smile and they make scheduling appointments and picking up prescriptions a breeze! I appreciate all the workers at Avenue animal hospital, I recommend this vets office to all my friends who have animals."

Brett T.

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