Trying to pick a vet

InkedMarie said:

If you're feeling like you're talking the dog to Walmart, then you probably should have a regular vet. How old is your dog, don't you have a vet now? You said he/she just needs a checkup and vaccs but you never know what your dog will need a vet for, find one that you're comfortable with. If it's Banfield, then that's fine.

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He's 11 weeks and I'm getting him on Thursday. All i meant was that's what he needs for his first visit next week.

I got a couple messages that convinced me not to go with banfield. Prolly gonna go with a local pet hospital I know of. thanks everyone.

First I want to thank everyone for all their input. It means alot to a first time owner who's trying to do the right thing.

I went ahead and made an appoint with a local animal clinic. However, their microchip costs alot more than Banfield and there's like an activation fee every 3 years or something. Banfield is alot cheaper and it's a forever charge ($60 + $15/3 years vs $30 one time). Does it make sense (financially and pet wise) to get his boosters and check up at one and his microchip at another? Think it's going to matter? They told me they have to put him under to do the chip, which makes me nervouse, but if that's normal than ok. I feel as long as the important care is done at a vet i trust.... but i'd like some input if you have some.

Thanks again,

Bryan

I was wrong. It's actually an annual cost of $15 to keep him registered. I'm torn.