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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 Client Service Agreement 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.

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"Our four year old German Shepherd had a cough for about a week which turned into a breathing problem. Unfortunately our vet was not able to get her in to look at her. We called Crawford Animal Hospital and they advised that their first available appointment was at 10:00. They said we could still bring her in sooner and they would do their best to get her looked at prior to our scheduled appointment.Staff was very friendly they got Daisy in right away. Poor DVM Derek Williamson comes in the room and Daisy joyfully greets him by jumping up on him and giving a direct shot to his manhood. Dr. Williamson took it in stride. Thankfully she just has an upper respiratory infection and with some medicine she should be fine.I can't thank this clinic enough for getting us in so quickly and all for someone who is not a regular customer of theirs. Thank you for all you did for our girl."

Carrie N.

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