New Puppy & Kitten Care in Kendall, FL
Bringing home a new puppy or kitten is one of the most exciting things a family in Kendall can do. It is also the moment when the decisions you make about your pet’s health set the course for everything that follows. Starting with the right veterinarian — one who understands your community, speaks your language, and genuinely loves animals — gives your new companion the strongest possible foundation.
Your Family Veterinarian is an AAHA-accredited practice just minutes from Kendall, owned and operated by husband-and-wife veterinarians Dr. Morales and Dr. Fernandez. Our new puppy and kitten care program is built around the idea that the earliest weeks and months of a pet’s life are the most important. We guide Kendall families through every first — first vaccines, first wellness exam, first parasite prevention treatment — with the patience, warmth, and bilingual support your family deserves. Our team is Fear Free Certified, AAHA accredited, and proud to serve this community.
What's Included in New Puppy & Kitten Care for Kendall
Those first months of a pet’s life are when good habits and good health are established. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, the majority of dog and cat owners view their pet as a true family member, and early veterinary care is one of the most important investments a pet owner can make. For Kendall families, our new puppy and kitten care program makes every first visit clear, calm, and comprehensive.
Here is what we cover at Your Family Veterinarian for new puppies and kittens in Kendall:
First Exams & Health Screening
• Full physical exam from nose to tail
• Weight, heart, lungs, and reflexes checked
• Early detection of congenital conditions
• Individualized health plan established
Vaccines & Preventive Care
• Core and lifestyle vaccines on schedule
• Flea, tick, and heartworm prevention
• Intestinal parasite testing and deworming
• Rabies vaccination compliance for Kendall area
Microchipping & ID
• Pet microchipping for permanent identification
• Registration guidance included
• Recommended for all new puppies and kittens in Kendall
Nutrition & Behavioral Guidance
• Nutrition counseling for puppies and kittens
• Behavioral guidance for early training success
• Socialization and fear-free handling tips
Spay, Neuter & Wellness Milestones for Kendall Puppies & Kittens
Beyond the first few visits, your new puppy or kitten will hit several important health milestones in their first year. One of the most significant is spay or neuter surgery. For Kendall families, having this procedure available at the same practice your pet already knows — with the doctors they trust — makes the experience significantly less stressful. Our spay and neuter services are performed in-house with full anesthesia monitoring and our Fear Free approach throughout recovery.
Why Kendall Families Trust Us With Their New Puppies & Kittens
Choosing a veterinarian for a new puppy or kitten is one of the most important decisions a pet owner in Kendall will make. Dr. Morales and Dr. Fernandez built their practice around something straightforward: treat every patient the way you would your own. As a family-owned, bilingual clinic, they understand what matters to the Kendall community — genuine care, clear communication in Spanish or English, and a team that is as excited about your new companion as you are. Our Fear Free approach means your puppy or kitten’s very first visit sets a calm, positive tone that carries through every appointment that follows.
Fear Free From Day One
Our Fear Free Certified team uses gentle handling and low-stress techniques so your puppy or kitten builds positive associations with veterinary care from the very first visit.
AAHA Accredited Standard of Care
AAHA accreditation means your puppy or kitten receives care held to the highest standards in veterinary medicine — the same level of rigor a specialist practice would follow.
Bilingual: English & Spanish
We serve Kendall’s community — where 68.3% of residents identify as Hispanic or Latino — fluently. Every question about your new puppy or kitten gets a clear, comfortable answer in your preferred language.
Flexible Financing Available
CareCredit and Cherry financing accepted — so the cost of your puppy or kitten’s care program never becomes a barrier for Kendall families.
All Care Under One Roof
From first vaccines through senior wellness care, your pet’s lifelong care stays with one trusted team — no referrals for routine needs.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Puppy & Kitten Care in Kendall
What are signs my new puppy or kitten needs to see a veterinarian right away?
Watch for signs such as persistent vomiting or diarrhea, unusual lethargy, loss of appetite, labored breathing, or a visible injury. These symptoms mean your pet should be seen sooner than a routine first visit. Our Fear Free Certified team in Kendall keeps flexible scheduling so we can get your puppy or kitten in quickly when something does not look right, without adding stress to the visit.
When should my puppy or kitten start vaccines, and how many visits will it take?
Most puppies and kittens begin their first round of core vaccines at 8 weeks of age, with booster visits at 12 weeks and again at 16 weeks to complete the core series along with rabies vaccination. This staged schedule is why we recommend three to four visits during the first four months, so we can build protection gradually while also checking on growth and development.
Does pet insurance or financing help cover the cost of new puppy and kitten care?
Many pet insurance plans can offset the cost of exams, vaccines, and preventive care, and we are happy to walk Kendall families through how coverage typically works for a new puppy or kitten. For care that falls outside insurance, we accept CareCredit and Cherry financing so cost does not stand between your new pet and the visits they need in that first year.
At what age should I schedule my puppy's or kitten's spay or neuter surgery?
Timing differs slightly by species. We generally recommend spay or neuter surgery for puppies between 4 and 6 months of age, and for kittens between 5 and 6 months. Our in-house surgical team performs the procedure with full anesthesia monitoring and the same Fear Free approach your pet experiences at every visit.
How is a puppy's care schedule different from a kitten's in that first year?
The two schedules are similar early on, with first exams and vaccines starting around 8 weeks for both. The differences show up later. Kittens typically receive an FVRCP booster at 12 weeks where puppies receive a broader booster series, and spay or neuter timing shifts by about a month between the two species. Our team tracks each pet's individual schedule so nothing gets missed, even if you are raising a puppy and a kitten together.
What should I bring to my puppy's or kitten's first appointment?
Bring any veterinary or adoption records you already have, a note on the food your new pet has been eating, and a secure carrier or leash for the visit. If you can collect a fresh stool sample beforehand, it helps us test for intestinal parasites during that same appointment. Our bilingual team is ready to answer any question you bring in English or Spanish, so do not hesitate to write your questions down in advance.
Your Family Veterinarian: Kendall's New Puppy & Kitten Care Team
When Kendall families welcome a new puppy or kitten into their home, Your Family Veterinarian is ready to be their partner from day one. Dr. Morales and Dr. Fernandez have built an AAHA-accredited, Fear Free Certified practice where new pet owners receive the education, support, and expert care their companion deserves through every milestone of that first year. Whether it is their first vaccine series, their first dental check, or their spay or neuter procedure, Kendall families can count on one trusted team for all of it. We also offer pet insurance guidance and flexible financing options to help keep great care within reach.
Right here on North Kendall Drive at 16355 SW 88th Street, we are ready to meet your new family member. Visit our about page to learn more about Dr. Morales and Dr. Fernandez, then schedule your puppy or kitten’s first appointment online today.
