Puppy & Kitten Care in Hartsdale, NY

We love puppies at Hartsdale Veterinary Hospital, and even more, we take great joy in providing the essential care they need to get their lives off to the right start.

We recommend all new puppy owners schedule an initial appointment at Hartsdale Veterinary Hospital for several important reasons. First, we’ll conduct a thorough nose-to-tail physical exam to establish a health baseline and catch any potential health issues early on.

Additionally, we’ll work with you to create a personalized vaccination schedule based on your puppy’s age, vaccination history, and lifestyle.

During the first exam, we may also recommend routine tests such as a heartworm test and fecal exam to ensure your puppy is parasite-free and in optimal health.

There’s nothing quite like the joy of bringing home a new kitten—those big, curious eyes and tiny paws are truly heart-melting. Even more rewarding is knowing your kitten is on the path to a healthy and happy life with the right veterinary care.

At Hartsdale Veterinary Hospital, we strongly recommend scheduling an early wellness exam for your kitten. This initial visit allows our team to perform a complete physical exam, tailor a vaccination schedule specific to your kitten’s needs, and run routine tests to ensure proper growth and development.

If you have questions about vaccines, testing, or general kitten care, don’t hesitate to reach out. At Hartsdale Veterinary Hospital in Hartsdale, NY, we believe that raising a healthy kitten is a team effort—and we’re here to support you every step of the way.

At Hartsdale Veterinary Hospital, we highly recommend spaying or neutering all dogs and cats as a proactive measure to support their long-term health and well-being. These procedures help prevent unplanned litters, reduce unwanted behaviors such as roaming and aggression, and significantly lower the risk of various health issues, including reproductive cancers and infections. Neutering, which involves the surgical removal of the testicles, is effective in minimizing the risk of testicular cancer and prostate disease, while spaying—removal of the ovaries and uterus—eliminates heat cycles, prevents pregnancy, and greatly reduces the chance of uterine infections and mammary tumors, especially when performed before the first heat. Both surgeries include a full physical exam and bloodwork to ensure your pet’s safety, and our experienced team will carefully monitor your pet before, during, and after the procedure for a smooth, stress-free recovery.

Microchipping is a quick, safe, and minimally invasive procedure that offers a permanent form of identification for your pet. About the size of a grain of rice, the microchip is injected beneath the skin between your pet’s shoulder blades, much like a routine vaccination. Unlike collars or ID tags, a microchip can’t fall off, be removed, or become unreadable, giving you lasting peace of mind if your pet is ever lost.