I just got a dog from the shelter. The shelter gave him shots and meds. The dog is about 10mths and is a mix.
2006-10-16 08:19:29 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
I work with Vets 6 of them and they all have a different way of communicating and practicing. First of all, to me it is all how the doctor treats my dog. Does he talk to my dog, or yank him around to examine him. Does he give my dog a treat or ignore him. How was your experience? I want a doctor that is compassionate, but completely honest about my dogs condition. If my dog has cancer and needs a 2000.00 dollar sugery and tons of medications, don't talk to me about treatment options, tell me that my dog probably won't make it through all this especially if the dog is 14 years old. I want a doctor that is not afraid of telling a client that they should consider euthanasia. Basically, the doctor should let you and your dog walk away feeling you got good kind care. Don't settle for less.
2006-10-16 08:27:10 · answer #1 · answered by Tenners 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
To find a good vet, start by asking around. Aks people you know that have dogs who they take their dog too and what they think about them.
Once you find someone you think is good, give them a call and ask about them. Ask who the doctor is, what his background is, and tell them about your dog. Ask them what can be expected and what their prices run for various things (entry fee, examination fee, flea medicine).
Then call around to a couple of other places that people recommend. Compare everything and then decide which you like best. You might even want to drive by and give it a visit to see what the building looks like (is it being taken care of, grass cut, etc..)
One thing I will warn you to watch out for is a vet that tries to sell you everything you don't need. I once took my dog into a vets office for a simple check up. The vet said the dog had an ear infection and then gave my dog a shot without telling me what it was or how much it cost. He then asked the nurse to clean the dogs ears and said that was all
When I went to pay, the vet charged for the shot, the ear cleaning, an "ear test", and all sorts of random charges no one told me about. He then tried to sell me 6 different pills for the dog. The total bill was over $300!! I had to fight and fight to reduce it and didn't end up buying any of the pills. Later, my dog had a small reaction to the shot he gave him.
So just WATCH out for a vet that doesn't tell you whats going on or how much things cost. You don't want to end up with a huge vet bill for no reason.
2006-10-16 15:30:38 · answer #2 · answered by Pronex 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had been in canines 24 years b/f retir'n. Of course I started w/a vet my family had used on our farm for years.
What I'll tell you.....Go to a vet that cares about animals & takes the time w/them & you. What ever questions you ask about your pet, he'll explain & show you, examples if need be. Most vets have a outside window that you can look in & watch your dogs operation(if you can stand it). I never saw a vet that wouldn't let me watch & even help him in my dogs operation. He returned my emergency calls w/in 20 minutes, always met me at the clinic, day or night.
My vet taught me how to take: temps, clean ears, clean anal glans, take stitches out, hand tie my male dogs to females....And I was not an employee. A GOOD VET CARES FOR YOU & YOUR ANIMAL.
2006-10-16 15:31:57 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i will usually stick to a vet depending on how he/she treats my dog, and how my pup is reacting to the person. You can tell when a vet really loves his job and cares for the animals during your first visit. And ask around, anyone with a pet will usually gladly tell you how amazing, or how terrible so and so vet is in town. Good luck with your new pup! :)
2006-10-16 15:29:50 · answer #4 · answered by Amy227 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
NOT someone who gives your dog antibiotics 'just in case' Just in case of what? Make sure they explain everything and ask if you have any questions. If they dont ask you this then look elsewhere. Unknowlegdgeable vets cost you your pets life.
2006-10-16 15:29:38 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ask other people about different local vets. Also, try to pick one that is AAHA certified. they have to be up to certain national standards that others do not have to follow.
2006-10-16 20:27:04 · answer #6 · answered by Erica M 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Look for a vet that is interested in your animal and the well being of all animals...how he/she interacts with your pet.
Also look for one close to home. It helps....
2006-10-16 15:39:32 · answer #7 · answered by Babsygirl 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋