The FIRST thing to do when you get a new pet is to bring it to a Vet and have him thourghly checked out, blood work, urine & fecal test ,never have I not made the appt. for the day or 2 after I knew I was bringing my dog home, and if there is something wrong I get it treated they all turn out happy & healthy, whatever it takes, because I'm prepaired to pay what it cost's, or else I would not get the pet at that time.