If your pet is in crisis, first keep them warm and calm, and control bleeding with clean cloth or gauze. Do not give human painkillers or food. Call your regular vet to ask if they can see emergencies. During daytime, the Central Veterinary Hospital in Tripureshwor is a government facility many owners use. After hours, some private clinics take urgent cases, but hours change often, so search emergency vet Kathmandu on Google Maps and check recent reviews or the clinic’s Facebook page for current opening times. Arrange transport in a crate or with a towel to protect the taxi. Bring the vaccination booklet, any medicines your pet is on, and a short note of what happened. If your pet was bitten by an unknown animal, ask about rabies wound care and a booster.

Rules can vary by ward, but Kathmandu Metropolitan City has required dog registration at times to support rabies control and responsible ownership. The process is usually done at your ward office, and you may need a recent rabies vaccination record, a photo of your pet, and proof of address. Fees and forms change, so check the notice board at your ward or the official KMC website for current steps. Cats are less commonly licensed, yet keeping vaccination records and an ID tag is still wise. Keep your dog leashed in public and clean up waste, as fines can apply. If you plan to travel or export a pet, ask a government veterinarian in Tripureshwor about health certificates and timing, because border and airline requirements are stricter.

For dogs, keep core vaccines up to date, including rabies and a combination for distemper, parvovirus, and hepatitis. Ask your vet to include leptospirosis, which rises in monsoon. Puppies need a series, then yearly boosters depending on the vaccine brand. For cats, rabies and the FVRCP combo are standard. Year round deworming is important because intestinal parasites are common. Use vet recommended flea and tick control, especially from pre monsoon through autumn. If you travel to the lowlands, discuss heartworm prevention. Watch for signs of tick borne disease such as fever, nose bleeds, pale gums, or lethargy, and test early. Buy medicines from reputable clinics to avoid counterfeit products. Keep a vaccination booklet and set reminders so you do not miss booster dates.

Monsoon brings mud, ticks, and the risk of leptospirosis from dirty puddles. Keep vaccinations current, avoid stagnant water, and dry your pet well after walks, including between toes and inside ears. Use regular tick checks and vet approved preventives. Consider a light raincoat for longer walks and keep drinking water clean. In winter, nights can be cold and the air can be polluted. Give small breeds, seniors, and short haired pets a warm bed and a sweater for early mornings. Choose midday walks on bad air days and wipe paws and fur after being outside. Gentle joint support can help older pets. Never leave pets in parked cars, and keep an emergency kit with a towel, antiseptic, bandage, and your vet’s contact details.

Start by asking your vet for referrals and check recent reviews on Google and Facebook. Visit the facility before booking. It should smell clean, have good ventilation, safe flooring, and separate areas for cats and dogs. Ask if they require up to date rabies and core vaccines, how they prevent ticks, and which vet they call in an emergency. Confirm staff are on site at night, feeding and walk schedules, and how often you will receive photo updates. Power cuts are rare now, but it is still worth asking about backup and winter heating. During Dashain and Tihar, spaces fill quickly, so book early. Bring your pet’s own food to avoid tummy upsets, and get a written estimate and check-in checklist to avoid surprise fees at pickup.