Discuss your needs, likes, expectations and commitment with a knowledgeable animal person or veterinarian. Bringing Your Pet Home Diet Know the diet and feeding schedule of your new pet. Feed in a quiet, protected place. Within two days of your pet's arrival, take it to a veterinarian. Get in an initial health assessment, advice on vaccination and preventive health care.
Training Be sure all members of the household are trained to handle the pet properly.
Provide a sheltered area that protects your pet from sun, rain, wind, snow, heat and cold. Never leave a pet alone in a car. Temperatures can rise quickly causing overheating and death. Maintaining Good Health Plan routine annual check-ups. Veterinarians will check your pet's general health, answer your questions and ensure rabies vaccinations are maintained.