Getting a New Pet

Tips from Great Falls Animal Hospital

So you’re ready for your family to grow? Getting a new pet is always an exciting time – whether you’re adopting a middle-aged abandoned dog or starting anew with a kitten. In every case, we’re here for you and your new pet today, next month, and in 10+ years. If you are about to become a new pet parent, visit our New Clients page to discover and learn all about what to expect, download essential new pet forms, and more!

There are many things for you to take into consideration when adding another furry friend to your family. Do you already have pets? What “tricks” will you (or should you) teach your pet? What kind of food should you buy? How do you make this affordable?

The first step is to make an appointment with your veterinarian so they can examine the pet, administer the appropriate vaccinations, and do a few tests to make sure he or she is happy and healthy. While at this visit, it is important to talk to your vet about two things:

If you’re adopting or buying a baby animal, you should also start thinking about training. There is a plethora of helpful information out there on what you should teach your pet and the best way to go about doing this. Pet Health Network, the ASPCA, and Vetstreet all offer themselves as informative and valuable resources.

Here are some more valuable links to help you along you and your pet’s journey:

If you ever have any questions, please don’t hesitate to call our office at (703) 759-2330. We hope you and your new pet create rich and fun memories together!

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The best vet ever. They always tried to do the best for our dogs, they are always available and everyone is very nice and professional. Prices are very reasonable. Blessings to you!
First time at your new emergency clinic with my cat last night. I have to say all the staff were great and caring in regard to my cat who had been vomiting. Did not charge me for unnecessary services as she had recently been to her regular vet.
My 11 yr old shorkie Bella was showing very upsetting behavior. Trembling and panting. Called her vet of 11 years who stated they did not have an opening for 5 days. Called quakertown veterinary clinic. The receptionist was very calming and let me know of any wait time for emergency care. It wasn't a concern as I just needed her to be seen. I gave symptoms and basic information before making the 30 minute trip. I was so worried but thankful for the caring staff and Dr Dipasquale who showed sincere care for her. We had bloodwork completed and came up with care plan and sent home with prescriptions for Bella. So thankful for the care. I would definitely recommend.
On Monday 12/29 I had to bring my male cat Jasper for an emergency visit. He was not doing well very quickly and my local vet Dublin Veterinary hospital could not do a simple ultrasound. I met with Dr Egan who was so thorough and Ultimately found a tumor in my boys intestines that my vet missed 2-1/2 weeks earlier giving him a clean bill of health, declined after that. Ultimately we had to put my boy down Monday evening which truly broke my heart. I wish we would have found this issue earlier, if only they had found the growth earlier. Dr Egan was amazing and compassionate and answered all of our questions. I want to thank her and the Quakertown team for their compassion and their dedication for all the patients that come and go on a daily basis. I could not ask for a better experience even though it was probably the worst time in my life. My Jasper was my companion my shadow my buddy and missed. We will no longer be using Dublin veterinary hospital, they shouldn't be called the hospital because they cannot provide the care that a lot of the animals would need. They did not even refer me to Quakertown, I told them to call. They were going to refer me to Norristown or conshohocken facility which is at least 45 minutes to an hour away. I was a patient of there since 2006 with a previous cat that I had who ultimately the passed away. They are now owned by a corporate entity so no more of a private owned local neighborhood Veterinary hospital who used to do ultrasounds, previous owners were very caring to their pets and it wasn't always about the bottom line, their prices have skyrocketed over four times the amount than when I originally started taking my pets there, they have seemed to have forgotten that it's not about the money it's about the care about our animals which are our fur babies their our children. I will be taking my remaining cat Jade too Quakertown from now on for future appointments. Thank you 💔😞❤️
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