Know before you go

The Know Before You Go video series, narrated by Dr. Taneeka Bautista, DVM, offers pet owners essential guidance before veterinary appointments. Designed to educate and prepare you for a variety of pet care activities, these videos cover a wide range of topics including travel preparation, vaccinations, spaying and neutering, and dental cleanings. With Dr. Bautista’s clear and approachable narration, each video provides straightforward, expert advice to help reduce anxiety and ensure you and your pet are ready for every step of the process.

Whether you’re a new pet owner or simply looking to refresh your knowledge, Know Before You Go is your go-to resource for basic information that makes veterinary visits smoother and less stressful. By offering practical tips and insights, this series empowers you to make informed decisions that prioritize your pet’s comfort, safety, and well-being.

Pet vaccinations

Why vaccines for kennel cough, feline leukemia, and other preventable diseases are oh so important for your pet, plus what to expect after.

General anesthesia for pets

Anesthesia is super common for certain pet procedures. Here's what to know and how we help your pet.

Spaying your female pet

Spaying is a common surgery for preventing pregnancy (plus ovarian cancer and more!) in female pets.

Neutering your male pet

Neutering is a common surgery for preventing breeding (along with testicular cancer and more!) in male pets.

Professional dental cleaning for pets

See our step-by-step overview of how and why dental cleanings for your furball’s pearly whites can help prevent advanced dental disease, tooth loss, and infection.

Pet prescriptions

Here’s the lowdown on requesting and refilling your pet’s prescriptions at Banfield.

Traveling with your pet

Planning a trip? How and why to snag a health certificate for your pet for less-stressed travel!

Banfield treatment plans

Treatment plans are like blueprints for a vet visit — so you know exactly how we’ll care for your pet that day.

Visit types at Banfield

You’re busy. We’re flexible. See your visit options for Banfield veterinary services.

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