We recommend pet foods with proteins such as chicken, beef, fish, and eggs listed among the first ingredients. Foods containing more meat and better quality ingredients have higher nutrient value and greater digestibility.

The simple answer is YES! However, the veterinarians at Coreil Vet Clinic suggest regular wellness checkups. Bring your pet in regularly may be overwhelming, but studies show that preventative care is essential to disease prevention and early detection of potential problems.

Core Vaccines for puppies and dogs include:

DA2PPV and Bordetella—The vets at Coreil give these shots at 6, 9, 12, and 15 weeks. Afterward, a yearly vaccine is needed.

Core Vaccines for kittens and cats include:

*Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis, Panleukopenia, Calicivirus (FVRCP)

Recommend starting at the 8-week kitten visit with boosters at the 12-week and 16-week visits. Another booster should be given 1 year after completing initial kitten vaccines, and every year afterward.

YES! The Rabies vaccination is another core vaccine that is required by law for all dogs and cats. Non-core vaccines that may still be recommended include Canine Influenza and Leptospirosis for dogs and Feline Leukemia for cats.

YES! Fleas and ticks can be found at any time of year in the United States, so year-round prevention medication is essential. Dogs and cats can be exposed to heartworms in almost any location where mosquitoes can be found. Feline heartworm disease is especially dangerous; infected cats may die from the development of just one heartworm.

Keeping your pet clean and well-groomed is an important part of complete pet care, so we are glad to see so many pet owners asking this question. But the truth is, the answer depends entirely on the breed and coat of your pet. Ask one of our vets today!