PROTECT YOUR BFF
Raising a Kitten
Welcoming a kitten into your family is an exciting time! We’re here to ensure your kitten is healthy and that you’re both ready to take on the world.
Examination
Every kitten should have a comprehensive nose-to-tail examination to make sure everything is working just right. During the exam, our veterinarian will:
Take your kitten’s vitals.
Examine your kitten's ears, eyes, nose, mouth, teeth, and gums.
Recommend vaccinations based on your pet’s lifestyle.
Answer any questions you have.
Neutering & Spaying
Neutering or spaying your kitten curbs the birth of unwanted pets. Plus, research shows that neutered and spayed pets live longer, are more obedient, and are less likely to get cancer. Learn more about spays and neuters at Bond Vet here.
Kitten Vaccines
Vaccinations are a key part of your kitty’s health plan.They help prevent viruses and bacteria from harming your pet and are one of the best ways to ensure that you enjoy a long, healthy life together.
Core Vaccines
FVRCP
This vaccination immunizes against three potentially deadly airborne viruses: Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis (an upper respiratory infection), Calicivirus (an upper respiratory infection and oral disease), and Panleukopenia (a gastrointestinal, immune system, and nervous system disease).
Test
FeLV/FIV
This combination test screens for feline leukemia virus (FeLV) and feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV). Both are a common infectious disease in cats that suppress the immune system. FeLV causes anemia, and FIV is similar HIV. Neither FeLV or FIV are curable, but both can be treated.
Core Vaccines
FVRCP Vaccine
This vaccination immunizes against three potentially deadly airborne viruses: Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis (an upper respiratory infection), Calicivirus (an upper respiratory infection and oral disease), and Panleukopenia (a gastrointestinal, immune system, and nervous system disease).
Core Vaccines
FVRCP Vaccine
This vaccination immunizes against three potentially deadly airborne viruses: Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis (an upper respiratory infection), Calicivirus (an upper respiratory infection and oral disease), and Panleukopenia (a gastrointestinal, immune system, and nervous system disease).
Rabies
This vaccination immunizes against rabies, a fatal viral infection of the central nervous system. No treatment for rabies exists so it’s imperative to vaccinate your kitten against the disease. Plus, it’s the law.
Test
FeLV/FIV
This combination test screens for feline leukemia virus (FeLV) and feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV). Both are a common infectious disease in cats that suppress the immune system. FeLV causes anemia, and FIV is similar HIV. Neither FeLV or FIV are curable, but both can be treated.
Core Vaccines
DA2PP
This vaccination immunizes against six potentially fatal diseases: Distemper (a respiratory, gastrointestinal, and nervous system infection), Adenovirus type 2 (a liver infection), Parainfluenza (a respiratory infection), and Parvovirus (a gastrointestinal and bone marrow infection).
Bordetella
This vaccination protects against Bordetella bronchiseptica, the most common cause of kennel cough—a highly contagious respiratory infection that leads to inflammation of the airways and a persistent cough.
Core Vaccines
DA2PP
This vaccination immunizes against six potentially fatal diseases: Distemper (a respiratory, gastrointestinal, and nervous system infection), Adenovirus type 2 (a liver infection), Parainfluenza (a respiratory infection), and Parvovirus (a gastrointestinal and bone marrow infection).
Highly Recommended Vaccines
Canine Leptospirosis
This vaccination immunizes against a potentially fatal bacteria transmitted through soil, water, or urine. Spread through the bloodstream, it can lead to fever, joint pain, kidney inflammation, and liver failure.
Lifestyle-Based Vaccines
Lyme
This vaccination immunizes against a chronic and potentially fatal bacterial illness spread by ticks. It can cause joint pain and swelling, loss of appetite, and reduced energy.
Canine Influenza
Also known as the dog flu, canine influenza spreads through respiratory droplets and symptoms may include coughing, runny nose, and lethargy, among other symptoms. Severity varies from one dog to the next, but some dogs may require hospitalization.
Core Vaccines
DA2PP
This vaccination immunizes against six potentially fatal diseases: Distemper (a respiratory, gastrointestinal, and nervous system infection), Adenovirus type 2 (a liver infection), Parainfluenza (a respiratory infection), and Parvovirus (a gastrointestinal and bone marrow infection).
Rabies
Rabies is a fatal viral infection of the brain and central nervous system. No treatment for rabies exists so it’s imperative you vaccinate your dog against the disease. Plus, it’s the law.
Highly Recommended Vaccines
Canine Leptospirosis
This vaccination immunizes against a potentially fatal bacteria transmitted through soil, water, or urine. Spread through the bloodstream, it can lead to fever, joint pain, kidney inflammation, and liver failure.
Lifestyle-Based Vaccines
Lyme
This vaccination immunizes against a chronic and potentially fatal bacterial illness spread by ticks. It can cause joint pain and swelling, loss of appetite, and reduced energy.
Canine Influenza
Also known as the dog flu, canine influenza spreads through respiratory droplets and symptoms may include coughing, runny nose, and lethargy, among other symptoms. Severity varies from one dog to the next, but some dogs may require hospitalization.
Frequently asked questions
A preventive care visit, or pet wellness exam, typically includes a full physical exam, vaccinations, and recommended screenings like bloodwork or fecal testing. We’ll also discuss your pet's diet, activity level, and any behavioral changes you have noticed — the goal is to catch issues early before they become more serious.
Most adult pets should have a vet checkup once a year, while puppies, kittens, and senior pets may need more frequent visits. Puppies and kittens need visits every 3-4 weeks until 16 weeks to complete their vaccination series. Senior pets (generally dogs 7 and older and cats 10 and older) benefit from exams every 6 months, as age-related conditions can progress quickly. Your Bond Vet vet will tailor the right schedule to your individual pet.
Vaccinations depend on your pet's age, lifestyle, and risk factors. Your vet will recommend a schedule tailored to your pet. Core vaccines for dogs include DA2PP and rabies. For cats, core vaccines are FVRCP and rabies. Beyond core vaccines, your vet may recommend lifestyle-based vaccines like Lyme, leptospirosis, or canine influenza for dogs, or FeLV for cats based on age and lifestyle factors. Bond Vet follows AAHA and AVMA vaccination guidelines.
Costs can vary depending on your pet's needs and any additional testing or services recommended during the visit. Bond Vet is transparent about pricing and your vet will walk you through any recommended services and their costs before proceeding. Book online or contact your nearest Bond Vet location if you'd like to discuss pricing before your visit.
Puppies and kittens should begin vet visits as early as 6-8 weeks old and continue with regular visits throughout their first year. Ideally, bring your new pet in within the first one to two weeks of bringing them home. Early visits let our vets establish a health baseline, screen for common conditions, and answer your questions as a new pet owner.
Senior pets may need more frequent exams, bloodwork, dental care, and monitoring for age-related conditions. Senior pets (generally dogs 7 and older and cats 10 and older) benefit from wellness exams every 6 months rather than annually. Your vet will typically add bloodwork, urinalysis, and blood pressure screening to catch kidney disease, thyroid issues, and other age-related conditions early.
Regular brushing, dental treats, and vet-recommended products can help maintain your pet's dental health between professional cleanings. If your pet needs more care, you can explore our professional dental cleanings at Bond Vet. Daily brushing with pet-safe toothpaste is the gold standard for at-home care. Never use toothpaste for humans, which can be toxic to animals. If your pet doesn't tolerate brushing, dental chews, water additives, and prescription dental diets are good alternatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
A preventive care visit, or pet wellness exam, typically includes a full physical exam, vaccinations, and recommended screenings like bloodwork or fecal testing. We’ll also discuss your pet's diet, activity level, and any behavioral changes you have noticed — the goal is to catch issues early before they become more serious.
Most adult pets should have a vet checkup once a year, while puppies, kittens, and senior pets may need more frequent visits. Puppies and kittens need visits every 3-4 weeks until 16 weeks to complete their vaccination series. Senior pets (generally dogs 7 and older and cats 10 and older) benefit from exams every 6 months, as age-related conditions can progress quickly. Your Bond Vet vet will tailor the right schedule to your individual pet.
Vaccinations depend on your pet's age, lifestyle, and risk factors. Your vet will recommend a schedule tailored to your pet. Core vaccines for dogs include DA2PP and rabies. For cats, core vaccines are FVRCP and rabies. Beyond core vaccines, your vet may recommend lifestyle-based vaccines like Lyme, leptospirosis, or canine influenza for dogs, or FeLV for cats based on age and lifestyle factors. Bond Vet follows AAHA and AVMA vaccination guidelines.
Costs can vary depending on your pet's needs and any additional testing or services recommended during the visit. Bond Vet is transparent about pricing and your vet will walk you through any recommended services and their costs before proceeding. Book online or contact your nearest Bond Vet location if you'd like to discuss pricing before your visit.
Puppies and kittens should begin vet visits as early as 6-8 weeks old and continue with regular visits throughout their first year. Ideally, bring your new pet in within the first one to two weeks of bringing them home. Early visits let our vets establish a health baseline, screen for common conditions, and answer your questions as a new pet owner.
Senior pets may need more frequent exams, bloodwork, dental care, and monitoring for age-related conditions. Senior pets (generally dogs 7 and older and cats 10 and older) benefit from wellness exams every 6 months rather than annually. Your vet will typically add bloodwork, urinalysis, and blood pressure screening to catch kidney disease, thyroid issues, and other age-related conditions early.
Regular brushing, dental treats, and vet-recommended products can help maintain your pet's dental health between professional cleanings. If your pet needs more care, you can explore our professional dental cleanings at Bond Vet. Daily brushing with pet-safe toothpaste is the gold standard for at-home care. Never use toothpaste for humans, which can be toxic to animals. If your pet doesn't tolerate brushing, dental chews, water additives, and prescription dental diets are good alternatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
Vet urgent care is for issues that aren't life-threatening but shouldn't wait. An emergency vet is the right choice for situations that could put your pet's life at risk, like trouble breathing, seizures, major trauma, or unresponsiveness. Think of urgent care as the middle ground: issues that need attention today but are not immediately life-threatening. Common scenarios include vomiting, limping, ear infections, eye issues, skin concerns, and mild reactions. If you are unsure which level of care is right, default to emergency care — it’s always safer to be evaluated and sent home than to delay.
If you can, book ahead to check availability and bring a list of any medications your pet is taking. It also helps to note when symptoms started and any recent changes. You don't need to prepare extensively. If your pet ingested something, bring the packaging or note the product name and quantity. Photos or short videos of symptoms can help your vet understand what changed. If you are not sure whether your pet needs to come in, Bond Vet Telehealth is available for a quick virtual consultation.
Costs can vary depending on your pet's condition and the treatment needed. Your care team will walk you through recommendations and pricing before moving forward. Bond Vet is transparent about costs: your care team will go over any recommended diagnostics or treatments and their pricing before proceeding so there are no surprise charges.
Hours vary by location, but most Bond Vet clinics are open 7 days a week with extended hours. Check your nearest clinic for details. Same-day appointments and walk-ins are both available during clinic hours. If your pet needs care outside of clinic hours, go directly to an emergency veterinary hospital.
Most visits run on time, but urgent cases may be prioritized when needed. Booking ahead online is the most reliable way to minimize wait time, especially during busy morning and evening hours. Walk-ins are always welcome but may experience a longer wait time when the clinic is at capacity. If your pet shows signs of serious distress when you arrive, alert the front desk so the team can assess priority.
We offer same-day appointments and walk-ins. Booking ahead is recommended when possible, but we'll do our best to see you. You can book online, by phone, or just walk in. Same-day slots are available at most locations. Booking ahead gives you a more predictable arrival experience, but walk-ins are accommodated as quickly as possible.
We treat a range of non-life-threatening issues, including vomiting, limping, skin concerns, infections, and more. Our urgent care team handles bite wounds, urinary changes, toxic ingestion (if your pet is stable), diarrhea and vomiting, ear infections, eye discharge or redness, cuts and abrasions, hair loss, coughing, and sneezing — see the full list of conditions in the section above. For conditions requiring surgery or intensive monitoring, we will refer you to the right specialist or emergency facility.
If your pet is experiencing severe symptoms like difficulty breathing, seizures, collapse, major trauma, or poisoning, go directly to an emergency vet. If you're unsure, it's always safest to seek emergency care ASAP. Other situations requiring an emergency vet include uncontrolled bleeding, suspected broken bones, extended loss of consciousness, and toxin ingestion with rapid or severe symptoms. When unsure, always default to emergency care.
No, Bond Vet offers both routine care and vet urgent care. We're here for everything from wellness exams and preventive care to unexpected issues that need to be seen quickly. Bond Vet also offers puppy and kitten visits, surgery, dental care, and telehealth for virtual consultations. Whether your pet needs same-day urgent care or ongoing wellness visits, Bond Vet has you covered.
Better care, right when you need it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Core Vaccines
DA2PP
This vaccination immunizes against six potentially fatal diseases: Distemper (a respiratory, gastrointestinal, and nervous system infection), Adenovirus type 2 (a liver infection), Parainfluenza (a respiratory infection), and Parvovirus (a gastrointestinal and bone marrow infection).
Bordetella
This vaccination protects against Bordetella bronchiseptica, the most common cause of kennel cough—a highly contagious respiratory infection that leads to inflammation of the airways and a persistent cough.
Core Vaccines
DA2PP
This vaccination immunizes against six potentially fatal diseases: Distemper (a respiratory, gastrointestinal, and nervous system infection), Adenovirus type 2 (a liver infection), Parainfluenza (a respiratory infection), and Parvovirus (a gastrointestinal and bone marrow infection).
Highly Recommended Vaccines
Canine Leptospirosis
This vaccination immunizes against a potentially fatal bacteria transmitted through soil, water, or urine. Spread through the bloodstream, it can lead to fever, joint pain, kidney inflammation, and liver failure.
Lifestyle-Based Vaccines
Lyme
This vaccination immunizes against a chronic and potentially fatal bacterial illness spread by ticks. It can cause joint pain and swelling, loss of appetite, and reduced energy.
Canine Influenza
Also known as the dog flu, canine influenza spreads through respiratory droplets and symptoms may include coughing, runny nose, and lethargy, among other symptoms. Severity varies from one dog to the next, but some dogs may require hospitalization.
Core Vaccines
DA2PP
This vaccination immunizes against six potentially fatal diseases: Distemper (a respiratory, gastrointestinal, and nervous system infection), Adenovirus type 2 (a liver infection), Parainfluenza (a respiratory infection), and Parvovirus (a gastrointestinal and bone marrow infection).
Rabies
Rabies is a fatal viral infection of the brain and central nervous system. No treatment for rabies exists so it’s imperative you vaccinate your dog against the disease. Plus, it’s the law.
Highly Recommended Vaccines
Canine Leptospirosis
This vaccination immunizes against a potentially fatal bacteria transmitted through soil, water, or urine. Spread through the bloodstream, it can lead to fever, joint pain, kidney inflammation, and liver failure.
Lifestyle-Based Vaccines
Lyme
This vaccination immunizes against a chronic and potentially fatal bacterial illness spread by ticks. It can cause joint pain and swelling, loss of appetite, and reduced energy.
Canine Influenza
Also known as the dog flu, canine influenza spreads through respiratory droplets and symptoms may include coughing, runny nose, and lethargy, among other symptoms. Severity varies from one dog to the next, but some dogs may require hospitalization.
Better care, right when you need it.