Congratulations on your new puppy! You're probably enjoying the playtime, snuggles, and getting to know your new pet. As a new pet owner, you're likely wondering what you'll need to do to keep your dog healthy and give her or him a long, healthy life. Your job as a pet parent all starts with taking him or her to the vet—and that first visit a crucial one.

Your big day has arrived, and you're full of excitement. It's time to take home your new puppy! Maybe you're heading home from a breeder, or you've found your furry soulmate at a shelter, but either way, one of your first questions is probably, "When should I introduce my new puppy to a veterinarian?"