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Should I take my new rescue dog to Petco for shots and health?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female

Hello sorry to bother you, my mother took on a stray dog about two years ago and I just now recently learned they haven't gotten her shots or groomed. I decided myself to take her to do them but I don't know any information other then she is clearly Chihuahua mix. Could I take her to a Petco clinic or should I simply find a full vet office?

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Answered By Daniel Fonza, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on November 11th, 2019

If you are planning on just getting a general health exam and update vaccinations, you can take her to a Vetco clinic to have this done. You can also have preventive testing done such as heartworm testing in addition to the vaccinations. Check out ( www.vetcoclinics.com ) for more information.

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    Answered By Laura Johnson VMD

    Veterinarian

    Published on March 12th, 2018

    Hi, thanks for using PetCoach! Yes, the Vetco services will be able to take care of all Bella's vaccine needs. She will need two DHPP vaccines 3-4 weeks apart and a rabies vaccine. I would also have her heartworm tested and a stool sample checked for parasites. Have her started on heartworm and flea/tick prevention. Then we will have to determine if she is spayed or not. If she is sick you should take her to a full service Veterinarian. Below are links to the Vetco locations and services offered. I hope this helps and I wish you and Bella the very best! https://www.vetcoclinics.com/services-and-clinics/vaccination-packages-and-prices/ https://www.vetcoclinics.com/services-and-clinics/clinic-locations-and-schedules/

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