Dog Lifestages
PUPPY
Your puppy sees you and your family as "his pack," so it's important that he spends time around other dogs.
Find out why.
ADULT
Activity plays a big role in your dog's nutritional needs. Lap dogs need a lot fewer calories than active dogs.
How many a day?
SENIOR
Even though your senior dog may be eating less, he could still be gaining weight. It may have to do with this.
Find out why.We know you do everything you can to take care of your pet. But unless you have the training of a veterinary professional, there are things you don’t know about puppy care. That’s why there are VCA’s Best Care Programs. Our doctors can do diagnostic tests and provide guidance on keeping your dog healthy, no matter his stage of life.
VCA's Best Care Programs
Adult Best Care Checkup
There’s a reason they call dogs “man’s best friend”. They are smart, loyal, fun and just about always happy to
see you. The Adult Best Care program brings you the best in dog health care, including an overall health exam,
nutritional advice, vaccinations and more. Keep your dog healthy with regular visits to the vet. Learn more »
Senior Best Care Checkup
It’s a question on every pet owner’s mind. How long do dogs live? The answer is different for every dog, but if
you participate in a comprehensive care program like Senior Best Care, a long healthy life is very possible.
From annual diagnostic testing to fecal exams to X-rays, VCA puts senior dog care at the top of the list. Learn more »
Best Care Little Bundles for Puppies includes:*
- 3 physical exams
- Puppy Vaccinations
- Vaccines recommended for all puppies include:
- Canine distemper virus
- Canine parvovirus
- Canine adenovirus-2 (hepatitis)
- Canine parainfluenza (CPiV)
- Canine leptospirosis
- Canine rabies virus
- Vaccines recommended for puppies in special circumstances:*
- Bordetella bronchiseptica (Kennel Cough)
- Borrelia burgdorferi (Lyme disease)
- Canine influenza virus (CIV)
- Intestinal parasite examinations (2)
- Heartworm test (for puppies aged 6-12 months)
- De-worming treatments (1 per visit)
- Nutritional consultation
- Microchip and/or annual enrollment
- First dose of internal/external parasite control
- Best Care Little Bundles Puppy Booklet
* Valid only for Puppies up to 12 months old. Each plan will be tailored by the attending veterinarian to the individual needs of your pet and may include some, all or additional vaccines than those listed here. The plan is not intended for sick pets and must be completed within 90 days of the initial visit. This offer is non-refundable, and cannot be combined with other offers.
Adult Best Care Checkup includes:*
- Complete history and physical exam
- Blood work (CBC + 8 tests)
- Urinalysis
- Fecal test (check for common parasites)
- Heartworm test
*Not valid for pets over 7 years old. Not appropriate for sick pets. Additional fees for vaccinations or medications may apply. Not to be combined with any other offer.
Senior Best Care Checkup includes:*
- Complete history and physical exam
- Blood work (CBC + 30 tests)
- Urinalysis
- Fecal test (check for common parasites)
- Heartworm test
- 5 X-ray images (Chest and Abdomen)
* Valid only for pets 7 years old and over. Not appropriate for sick pets. Additional fees for vaccinations or medications may apply. Not to be combined with any other offer.
