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title: "Veterinarian Care"
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published_at: "2022-06-29T15:14:03+00:00"
modified_at: "2023-10-17T17:27:27+00:00"
url: "https://www.petlandbatavia.com/veterinarian/"
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excerpt: "At Petland, the health and well-being of our pets is our primary focus and we are dedicated to providing our pets with quality, professional care. Often times, our puppies have been seen by two to three independent veterinarians before being..."
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# Veterinarian Care

At Petland, the health and well-being of our pets is our primary focus and we are dedicated to providing our pets with quality, professional care.

Often times, our puppies have been seen by two to three independent veterinarians before being available in a Petland store. Every Petland store has a partnership with a local veterinarian.

Our consulting veterinarians conduct examinations of our new arrivals, provide regular preventative care and oversee the healthcare protocols for all of our “babies” while in our store. These veterinarians certify that Petland pets are healthy prior to being available to customers. Additionally, **[puppies](/puppies-for-sale/)** receive a free follow-up visit to the vet with their new family.

## When should my puppy see a vet?

When you are a first-time pet owner, it is always good to arrange your first vet visit very soon after going home. Be sure to have all your proper paperwork for your first visit.

Remember to ask any questions if you are not sure about anything. Visiting your vet should be a safe and pleasant place to visit so try and remain calm, or your pet could sense your reactions and emotions.

## **Pet’s Four Basic Needs**

Petland is the retail pet industry leader in the area of animal care with ongoing staff training programs, in-store animal husbandry systems and community service programs aimed at placing homeless pets and curbing pet overpopulation in the community. The health and well-being of our pets comes first for all of us at Petland and it is our goal to share that knowledge with our customers so they can raise happy, healthy pets.

All pets have four basic needs that need to be met in order for them to be happy and healthy:

### Behavioral

All pets have instinctual behaviors that are integral to their quality of life. Providing appropriate products and training will keep your pet’s life enriched.

### Environmental

Whether it’s a birdcage, training crate or hamster den, providing the appropriate habitat and accessories (bowls, perches, bedding) for your type or breed of pet is essential to your pet’s feeling of safety and well-being.

### Maintenance

Taking care of the animal’s grooming needs and keeping its environment clean and well-maintained is vital in preventing unwanted infections or disease.

### Nutritional

All pets have different nutritional requirements and understanding basic nutrition needs supplemented with healthy snacks, treats and vitamins helps to ensure proper development and growth through all of their life stages.

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      AVERAGE     Based on 358 reviews                    Posted on Google        Kevin     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amazing staff. All very nice and answered all my questions. I loved all the dogs but I had to see the dog named Kevin! I went in with a completely negative view on petlands but the staff really changed my mind by going over all the breeder info, If I am ever in need of a puppy I will go there and you should too.         Posted on Google        Cecilia Caballero     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We came at a time they were very busy and never once did we feel rushed, or given attitude while asking questions. The two on staff were amazing and sweet!         Posted on Google        Noelle Chaney     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I went in to get my dogs nails trimmed and was met with a smile and warm greeting from an employee, Dean. The trimming was quick and they really showed my scared dog good care. It was the most pleasant experience I’ve had when it comes to some of these pet places!         Posted on Google        Shayna V     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We just went for a walk”puppy therapy.”
Look at how cute they are.
I was a little surprised that considering how few customers were in at the time & yet we only got a “let us know if we can help you with anything” and that was it.  There were plenty of employees in store, as it was probably the beginning of the Friday night shift, before families started coming in.
I had made an appointment, just in case we decided to see any of the dogs.
I guess I’m accustomed to the employees being more personal and wanting to tell me things based on the conversation my group is having without me having to reach out to them.              
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