Apps & tools
Pet Health Records for a New Puppy
Keep a new puppy's vaccinations, medications, weight and vet appointments organised with a simple private pet health record.
Published September 25, 2026 · Michael at Yuzool
The first few months with a new puppy come with a surprising amount of health information: vaccination dates, weight checks, medication instructions, food changes and questions for the next vet visit. A simple pet health record keeps those details together when the paper handouts and messages start to spread across different places.
Record the basics at the first appointment
Save the puppy's name, date of birth or estimated age, microchip details and the clinic's contact information. Then record each vaccination with the date given and the next recommended date. If the clinic uses a different schedule, follow the veterinary professional's instructions rather than a generic online checklist.
PawKeep is a pet health records app for keeping a dog's important information in one place. It can help a new owner prepare for appointments and find the right record quickly when a sitter, boarding service or emergency clinic needs background.
Track changes, not just events
A useful record includes observations between appointments. Note changes in appetite, energy, sleep, stool, skin or behaviour, along with the date. A short factual note is better than trying to diagnose the change yourself. Photos can also help show how a rash, wound or other visible issue changes over time.
Keep medication instructions exactly as provided by the vet, including dose and frequency. Do not use a pet record as a substitute for veterinary advice, and contact the clinic if symptoms are urgent, worsening or worrying.
Make the record shareable when needed
If a family member or dog sitter helps with care, decide what information they need and how they will access it. A clear emergency contact, current medication list and vet details are more useful than sending an entire history every time. Review the record before boarding, travel or a change of caregiver.
A puppy health-record checklist
- Add identity, microchip and clinic details.
- Record vaccinations and follow-up dates.
- Add medications with the vet's exact instructions.
- Note weight and meaningful changes over time.
- Review the essentials before a sitter or appointment.
The best pet health record is the one you can find while you are stressed or in a hurry. Set up PawKeep for your new puppy and keep the useful details together from the first visit.