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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 New Client Form 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.

Book Appointment (920) 722-1518

"Buckle up, they earned their stars.I first went to country view in January 2020, 10 days after I lost my mom, my 12 yo enormous (130# ish) shepherd mix fell down the stairs and presumably caused a spinal injury. When he collapsed in my kitchen the next day, I knew we had to let him go. I'd lost my job while my mom was in hospice (quite the country song of a life eh?) and I was pretty tapped out on money so I called around in hopes of finding a regular vet (vs emergency) on a Monday morning, country view was probably the 5th or 6th place I called and they got him in almost immediately. They got me right then.They were amazing with our next dog to go (country song continues, he died from the same thing my mom did). They were so understanding when I rescheduled his euthanasia a few times.Fast forward to 2024. My sister adopted a dog who we all just adored. We did all the right things to introduce them. They got to know each other over a few days. Didn't love each other but nothing prepared me for the new dog to go absolute bonkers on my dog. He had some blood but he's also made of 50% fluff so it was so hard to see things... And ultimately I decided not to take him to emergency. The next morning, I called country view and was beyond grateful they could get him in that day.Despite being a busy day, I never felt rushed. They had to keep him to put him under to stitch what ended up being a pretty bad tear at the base of his ear. I was able to pick him up 3 hours later, loopy and so loved.Thank you to the staff there at CVAH for caring for my sweet Stark so quickly and so well.(For anyone concerned, the other dog went back to the shelter he came from with my sisters emphatic assurance that he was an absolute doll with us and the kids, but just maybe not dogs, I hope he finds a wonderful home)."

Chelsie T.

(920) 722-1518 Appointments
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