Find a Vet That is Right For You

Your vet is an important facet in you and your dogs life. In many cases you will only need your vet for routine check ups and vaccinations but, it is a good idea to have a good relationship with a qualified vet, just in case something more serious were to develop in your dogs health. So, lets take a look at how to find a vet that is right for you.

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Where to start

You could start by going to the yellow pages or the Internet to find some random vet. But having the right vet for you is critical to your dogs health and well being. Which I am sure plays a big role in the happiness in your life as well.

Did you choose your doctor from a random, impersonal list to be your primary care physician?  No, most people want a doctor that comes highly recommend, someone you can trust.

Remember your vet is not just your dog's doctor, he or she is also your dog's dentist, manicurist, psychologist and a good friend to have. As you can see, to find a vet that is right you you goes beyond finding someone to give your pet its required vaccinations.

As with any business or service, word of mouth or a personal recommendation from someone you trust is the best place to start. Ask your friends or family that have pets, where do they go for their veterinary needs? and why. It is important you ask why because, they may choose a vet for a different reason than you. You may find that your next door neighbor uses their vet because he's only 5 minutes away. Another person may use a certain vet because they specialize in a certain breed. So, get recommendations but also ask why.

Training classes or kennel clubs(agility, herding classes or police K-9 academies.) are another great place to find recommendation for your vet needs. These organizations are sure to put a high importance on their dogs health and well being.

Now that you have a list of recommended vets, its time to take a look for yourself. Call up the clinic in question and explain to them that you are looking to find a regular vet for your dog, "May I come in and introduce my dog and have a quick look at your premises?"

Once there, have a look around, is the facility clean? Does the personnel have a genuine interest in the care for the animals that they see? Does the vet in question have a particular specialty? Is there an "after hours" service in case of an emergency?  And most of all, do you feel comfortable and welcome, bringing your pet to this facility?

This may seem like a lot of work but, believe me, knowing what to do and where to go when your beloved pet has an emergency can save your pets life and greatly reduce the amount of stress you have in this situation.

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