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Lifetime health & preventative care

Dog Health Checklist

A flexible, printable checklist to agree preventative care with your veterinary practice.

Use this as a conversation starter, not proof that your dog is healthy. Every item and interval must be considered for the individual dog; a tick means “discussed or checked”, not “universally required”.

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Read: Vaccinations

Read: Parasite protection

Read: Dental care

Read: Weight and muscle

Read: Coat, skin, ears, eyes, paws and nails

Read: Veterinary reviews and medicines

Read: Identification

Read: Financial preparedness

Read: Changing needs

Read: Emergency readiness

Do not use this checklist to delay care for a new symptom. When to call the vet · Emergency warning signs

Evidence and review

General information, not diagnosis or an individual treatment plan. Sources include veterinary professional guidance, veterinary charities and relevant regional parasite organisations. Clinical recommendations need individual veterinary interpretation.

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Reviewed 2 October 2026 · Review sooner if advice, distribution or requirements change.

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